As summer heat rises, Dubai RTA inspects 895 AC bus shelters in 621 locations
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is also conducting a field campaign for testing the air-conditioned bus shelters and passenger waiting facilities in preparation for summer 2026 when temperatures peak across the emirate.
With teams examining and sustaining systems to guarantee best facility operations throughout instances of maximum warmth, the marketing campaign spans 895 shelters in 621 sites. Thousands of daily commuters depend on these air-conditioned waiting areas, particularly because they facilitate long waits and midday travel.
“RTA is keen to ensure that all service facilities open to the public and related to the use of public transport are ready. Abdulrahman Al Janahi, director of Buildings and Facilities, RTA said: "Inspections are carried out 24/7, fixing is on the spot whenever a technical fault is detected.
The authority said: "This campaign is not just a case of carrying out routine checks. There are provisions to provide more funding for air-conditioned shelters, while also ensuring that they are prepared ahead of the summer peak.
And from the standpoint of a commuter, these shelters are not simple waiting areas — often they are the only respite from extreme weather situations outdoors. Dubai has sweltering summer temperatures that routinely exceed 45 °C, and even a small cooling failure can dramatically impair passenger comfort on journeys.
In addition to this, as analysed in the operational plan of RTA, regular visits are also being conducted by the inspectorate staff for this purpose of finding and solving problems on time.
The authority has additionally initiated awareness campaigns via social media and on the job posters, calling on citizens to assist preserve cleanliness and protect public assets. There are official channels through which commuters can report issues such as the Madinati service on the RTA app, with specialised teams assigned to handle feedback and complaints.
Even the shelters themselves are constructed from durable and weather-resistant materials. They're made to cut through heat and wind, while maintaining an eco-efficient form factor, RTA says. And hubs with advertising boards, large digital screens conveying information about the bus network and facilities compliant with the Dubai Universal Design Code including dedicated areas for People of Determination
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