Dubai RTA unites with ADNOC & Almutakamela to develop 3 trucks rest stops

  • Date: 04-Dec-2022
  • Source: GCC Business News
  • Sector:Oil & Gas
  • Country:UAE
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Dubai RTA unites with ADNOC & Almutakamela to develop 3 trucks rest stops

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded contracts for constructing three all-inclusive Truck Rest Stops in partnership with the private sector.

The first contract was made with Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC), and other two contracts with Almutakamela Vehicle Testing and Registration.

According to the statement, “The contracts provide for the construction of three integrated Truck Rest Stops over a total area of more than 226,000 square meters with a capacity to accommodate about 500 trucks and heavy vehicles.”

The three stations will provide an array of services to enhance the safety and well-being of drivers. They include residential quarters for drivers, maintenance workshops, restaurants, administrative buildings, prayer rooms, driver training centers, clinics, pharmacies, exchange shops, laundry, and other support services for the safety and well-being of trucks and heavy vehicle drivers.

The three stations are situated in key areas nearby key roads and logistical cities that witness considerable numbers of trucks every day. International standards will be applied to ensure the safe entry and exit of these stations.

Mattar Mohammed Al Tayer

Director-General

Chairman

Board of Executive Directors

RTA “The agreement concluded with ADNOC and Almutakamela to build and operate these three rest-stops, aims to enhance the safety and wellbeing of drivers by providing amenities and