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Abu Dhabi announces seven-bridge network linking Ramhan, Jubail Islands to E12
Department of Municipalities and Transport sets Q2 2027 opening for AED 872 million project spanning 166,000 square metres.
The Department of Municipalities and Transport announced a seven-bridge network connecting Ramhan and Jubail Islands to Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed highway, scheduled to open in the second quarter of 2027. The project carries an estimated cost of AED 872 million and will cover more than 166,000 square metres, according to a statement published by the department.
Project scope and infrastructure components#
The development includes three tunnels alongside the seven bridges, with a network of ramps, roads and utility corridors forming part of the construction. The seven bridges will link Ramhan Island and Jubail Island to the E12 highway. Construction timelines place the opening in Q2 2027, as stated in the department's announcement. The 166,000 square metre project area encompasses the bridges, tunnels, ramps and connecting roads.
Design specifications and waste management#
The project includes LED lighting across the bridge and tunnel network. Approximately 90 per cent of construction waste, equivalent to over 2,200 tonnes, will be recycled during implementation, according to the department. The recycling target applies to waste generated throughout the construction phase. The LED lighting installation covers the full bridge and tunnel network, as stated in the published announcement.
Administrative context and announcement details#
The Department of Municipalities and Transport published the announcement with Eng Eisa Mubarak Almazrouei, Director General of Infrastructure Development, named in the statement. The announcement was made by the department as part of its published infrastructure programme for Abu Dhabi emirate. The project connects Ramhan and Jubail Islands to the Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed highway via the seven-bridge network. The department published the project details including cost, timeline and scope in its official statement.
Timeline and cost breakdown#
The AED 872 million budget covers the seven bridges, three tunnels, ramps, roads and utility corridors across the 166,000 square metre project area. The Q2 2027 opening date applies to the full network connecting both islands to the E12 highway. The department published the cost estimate and timeline as part of its infrastructure announcement. Construction is underway with completion scheduled for the second quarter of 2027, according to the statement. The project cost breaks down across bridge construction, tunnel works, road networks and utility corridor installation.
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- cbnme.comcbnme.comSeven-bridge network connecting Ramhan and Jubail Islands to E12 highway, Q2 2027 opening, AED 872 million cost, 166,000 square metres coverage, three tunnels, LED lighting, 90% waste recycling target, announcement by Eng Eisa Mubarak Almazrouei
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