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Dubai Mall/Burj Khalifa Metro Station Is Enroute To A Complete Transformation
Did you know passenger numbers at the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station exceeded 10.577 million in 2024, with nearly 58,000 daily boarding and alighting? Wow, those are some big numbers! It’s surprising then that the metro station is now set for a complete makeover.
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Why was this decision taken?
RTA Dubai aims to address surging passenger traffic, particularly during public holidays and high-profile events such as New Year’s Eve in Dubai. The Roads and Transportation Authority, in collaboration with Emaar Properties, plans to boost capacity by 65%.
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The expansion will increase the station’s total area from 6,700 to 8,500 square metres.
The metro station’s hourly capacity is expected to increase from 7,250 to 12,320 passengers per hour. Once completed, the station will be able to serve up to 220,000 passengers per day.
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Here is the game plan:
- Improvements of entrances and pedestrian bridges
- Widening of the meeting point and sidewalks
- Creation of additional stairs and elevators
- Separation of entry gates from exit gates
- Increasing the number of knowledge gates
- Expanding investment spaces to boost revenue
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