The UAE authorities have  announced the details of the AED6 billion ($1.63 billion) Fourth Federal Corridor project, one of the country’s flagship road projects, aimed at boosting connectivity between the emirates and road network capacity to improve traffic flow.

The project, first announced in November last year, will see the construction of a 68-km road, featuring 10 major intersections, six to eight lanes in each direction, and four flyovers.

“Developing the infrastructure system is a fundamental pillar of the UAE’s comprehensive development journey and a key driver of the country’s competitiveness,” remarked Suhail Mohamed Al Mazrouei, Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, while chairing the first meeting of the UAE Infrastructure and Housing Council this year.

The meeting reviewed the progress on the projects aimed at advancing the nation’s infrastructure ecosystem.

Technical updates were presented, including revised connection points and coordination with local authorities to finalise route alignments in a manner that ensures integration with wider development plans. 

The meeting also reviewed progress on linking Ajman to the Third and Fourth Federal Corridors.