A new Abu Dhabi bridge and 11km superhighway has opened, promising to reduce traffic and speed up journeys across the city.
Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, member of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Office, inaugurated Umm Yifeenah Bridge on Thursday.
The new 11km superhighway will provide a fast connection between Al Reem Island, Umm Yifeenah Island, and Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Street in Abu Dhabi.
New Abu Dhabi bridge opened
The project features seven concrete bridges, including two overwater bridges with a total span of 3.8km and a six-lane highway that can accommodate 12,000 journeys per hour.
The bridge also includes walking and cycling paths, as well as bike rental facilities, promoting healthy and sustainable lifestyles for the community.
The Umm Yifeenah Bridge is the first phase of the Mid-Island Parkway project, which will link Al Reem Island, Saadiyat Island, Al Raha Beach, and Khalifa City and is expected to be completed by 2028.
The larger network will feature cycle tracks, walking trails, and sustainable landscapes, offering stunning views of the natural environment and the city skyline.
Abu Dhabi’s Department of Municipalities and Transport and Aldar have taken a number of steps to ensure the project’s sustainability and protect the local environment.
This includes the use of precast concrete elements and arched causeways to preserve water flow and minimize the impact on mangrove wetlands.
The arched causeways also maintain navigation channels for boats and allow marine life to pass freely.
Additionally, the company sourced 85% of materials locally and planted mangrove trees on nearby Jubail Island as part of its commitment to adding value to the local economy.
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