Sharjah inter-city bus route taking shape

SHARJAH — Dedicated bus lanes are part of Sharjah Transport Corporation's (STC) plans to put in place an inter-city bus route that finally seems to be taking shape, a senior official confirmed yesterday.

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Asma Ali Zain

Published: Fri 14 Sep 2007, 9:45 AM

Last updated: Sun 5 Apr 2015, 5:11 AM

According to the official, a modern fleet of 142 buses will hit the roads early in 2008 while 600 new taxis would also help in reducing the shortage.

The bus fare will initially be Dh2.5 but could increase depending on external factors, says the official. He also said that the buses would be modern, complete with all facilities with a 80-seats capacity. They would initially run on 19 routes, he added. "Special bus lanes have been proposed for the upcoming project, but the approval is still awaited," said the official.

Asma Ali Zain

Published: Fri 14 Sep 2007, 9:45 AM

Last updated: Sun 5 Apr 2015, 5:11 AM

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