Dubai RTA Completes 90 Per Cent of New Dubai Harbour Bridge Project

Construction has involved more than 1,400 engineers and workers operating across 12 teams, logging more than 4.2 million work hours while maintaining a zero lost-time injury record. Contractors have completed most of the foundations, bridge columns and concrete barriers, using more than 45,000 cubic metres of concrete and 8,200 tonnes of steel.

Abdulla Bin Habtoor, Chief Executive Officer of Shamal Holding, described the bridge as a key step in Dubai Harbour’s evolution.

“This bridge is an important milestone in the evolution of Dubai Harbour and a testament to what can be achieved through strong collaboration with the Roads and Transport Authority,” he said.

“Enhanced connectivity is fundamental to creating great destinations, and this development will play a significant role in supporting Dubai Harbour’s continued growth as one of the region’s leading seafront districts.”

Bin Habtoor added that the project aligns with the company’s long-term vision of creating sustainable value and supporting Dubai’s continued development.

“At Shamal, we invest with a long-term perspective, focusing on opportunities that create lasting value and contribute to the future of the city,” he said.

“The completion of this bridge reflects that commitment, strengthening the destination today while helping to shape its next chapter for years to come.”

Located between Palm Jumeirah and Bluewaters Island, Dubai Harbour is one of the emirate’s flagship waterfront developments and home to the Middle East’s largest yacht marina. The destination continues to expand, with a 1.5-kilometre development currently under way that includes 24 residential towers and approximately 7,500 apartments.

Once completed, the new bridge is expected to transform access to the district, easing congestion, shortening travel times and supporting the next phase of growth for Dubai Harbour and surrounding communities.