UAE authorities have unveiled details of the $1.63 billion fourth federal road project as project implementation takes shape. The scheme is a major highway program aimed at boosting inter-emirate connectivity. Furthermore, it will increase road capacity and ease traffic congestion. Its scope entails a 68-kilometer corridor with 10 major interchanges and four flyovers. It also include six to eight lanes in each direction.

Officials provided technical updates on the corridor, including revised connection points and coordination with local authorities. The aim is to finalize route alignments in line with broader development plans. The program highlights a central role of infrastructure in the UAE’s development agenda and competitiveness. These remarks were noted by Suhail Mohamed Al-Mazrouei, minister of energy and infrastructure. He was speaking while chairing the first meeting of the UAE Infrastructure and Housing Council this year. Another major transport project advancing in the UAE is the Abu Dhabi-Dubai high speed rail project by state-owned Etihad Rail.

Other Projects Apart from Fourth Federal Road Project

Other than the UAE fourth federal road project, the council also assessed progress on linking Ajman to the third and fourth federal corridors. Once completed, both are expected to provide alternative routes, improve traffic flow and further enhance mobility between the emirates. On public transport, the council reviewed a study on transport links between Dubai, Sharjah and also Ajman to address rising commuting demand.

The proposed plan includes 10 priority routes incorporating bus rapid transit and dedicated lanes. Furthermore, it entails connections to key hubs such as the Dubai Metro and city centers. However, the plan does not rely only on expanding roads as a key shift is the introduction of a high-capacity transport system.

It will be designed to move people more efficiently across the three emirates. Authorities have proposed around 10 major transit routes supported by dedicated Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lanes. It will also allow buses to effectively bypass traffic congestion.

Project Overview

• Project Name: Fourth Federal Road Project
• Project Type: Highway corridor
• Estimated Cost: $1.63bn
• Length: ~68 km
• Purpose: Improve inter-emirate connectivity
• Status: Planning / design refinement

Key Stakeholders

• Authority: UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure
• Official: Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei
• Oversight: UAE Infrastructure and Housing Council

Location

• Country: United Arab Emirates
• Coverage: Multi-emirate corridor

Scope

• 68 km highway corridor
• 6–8 lanes per direction
• 10 interchanges, 4 flyovers
• Integrated route connections

Funding / Delivery Model

• Government-funded project
• Multi-phase implementation
• Coordinated with local authorities

Status

• Stage: Design / planning
• Progress: Route alignment updates
• Next: Finalize implementation details

Key Risks & Challenges

• Multi-agency coordination
• Traffic integration
• Cost and timeline control
• Urban development alignment

Strategic Significance

• Enhances national road network
• Reduces congestion
• Supports economic growth
• Aligns with UAE infrastructure strategy