Dubai unveils 20 air-conditioned rest areas for delivery riders in key locations

Twenty out of 40 air-conditioned rest areas for delivery riders have been completed by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in several key locations across the emirate.

Each rest area offers an air-conditioned space where drivers can rest. They can also find snack vending machines, a water dispenser, and a mobile phone charging station at the rest location. It can accommodate up to 10 people, depending on the specific location. Additionally, there are enough motorcycle parking spaces next to each rest area.

These rest areas aim to offer comfortable amenities to delivery riders while waiting for new orders, thereby increasing their overall happiness rating and encouraging them to comply with traffic laws and regulations.

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As many as 40 air-conditioned rest areas will be strategically distributed in the following areas: Hessa Street, Al Barsha Heights, Al Barsha, Al Karama, Riggat Al Buteen, Umm Suqeim (Jumeirah 3), Jumeirah (Al Wasl Road), The Greens, Dubai World Trade Centre, Al Rashdiya, Al Satwa, Nad Al Hamar, Al Nahda, Oud Metha, Arabian Ranches, International City, Business Bay, Dubai Marina, Al Jaddaf, Mirdif, Last Exit Al Khawaneej, Dubai Motor City, and Al Garhoud, all of which attract the highest demand for delivery services.

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