Dubai: His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, accompanied by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, reviewed RAILBUS, a sustainable future mass transit system powered by solar energy. The system is designed to redefine urban mobility, featuring an innovative design, autonomous driving capabilities, and environmentally friendly operations, making it a sustainable and efficient public transport solution.
According to Emirates News Agency, H.H. Sheikh Mohammed also reviewed the Therme Dubai project, a wellbeing resort and interactive park set to become the first of its kind in the Middle East and the tallest in the world. The project will be developed in Zabeel Park with an estimated investment of AED2 billion, funded by a consortium of local and international financial partners.
H.H. Sheikh Mohammed explored these projects while visiting the Roads and Transport Authority's (RTA) stand at the World Governments Summit, accompanied by several dignitaries including H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Mohammad Al Gergawi, and Mattar Al Tayer.
Mattar Al Tayer provided a briefing on RAILBUS, which aligns with the UAE Net Zero Strategy 2050 and other local initiatives targeting autonomous transport. Al Tayer highlighted RAILBUS's commitment to public-private partnerships, solar-powered efficiency, and integration with Dubai's public transport network.
The RAILBUS carriages, designed with sustainability-focused technologies, incorporate high-efficiency components ensuring safety while reducing energy and maintenance costs. The carriages are lightweight, built with recyclable materials, and capable of accommodating 40 passengers with a maximum speed of 100 km/h.
The Therme Dubai project, spanning 500,000 square feet and designed by Therme Group, promises a world-class wellbeing destination. It includes wellbeing zones, thermal pools, a Michelin-starred restaurant, and an array of water experiences. The project is set to enhance urban biodiversity with its indoor botanical garden and sustainable architectural design.
Therme Dubai will feature a range of water-based and artistic experiences, integrating advanced technology for an immersive visitor experience. Its sustainability principles include recycling 90% of thermal pool water and meeting 80% of air and cooling needs through clean energy sources.
The resort's design incorporates global bathing traditions and promises to serve as a cultural hub, enriching Dubai's status as a destination for innovative and sustainable development.
