ADM NEWS | Department of Municipalities and Transport opens 2 marine bridges linking Al Reem Island to Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Highway
The Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) has opened two new marine bridges linking Al Reem Island directly to the Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Highway (E‑12). Designed to handle up to 7,200 vehicles per hour, this high-capacity route is expected to reduce travel times by 60 per cent, or 15 minutes, during peak hours.
The AED 450 million project streamlines journeys between the islands of Al Reem and Saadiyat, as well as the Dubai-bound highway (E-12). By easing congestion on Hamdan Bin Mohammed Street and Mina Road, the development significantly improves local traffic flow. A dedicated freight U-turn bridge between Zayed Port and Saadiyat Island also enhances logistical connectivity and overall safety.
Spanning a combined length of 1.5km, the bridges, which cover a total surface area of more than 25,000 square metres, were delivered using advanced cast-in-situ box girder technology for strength and reliability, supported by 12 specialised V‑shaped piers to allow vessels clear passage. Additional features include a 2km elevated roadway, 71 streetlights, landscaped spaces, and 2km of pedestrian and cycling tracks.
The construction phase was completed in approximately 5 million manhours and used 35,000 metres cubed of concrete.
