The old wooden boats of Abra, which are one of the symbols of Dubai, have been replaced by new ones - light, quiet and almost three times faster. Their appearance is in line with tradition, but they have become safer and more comfortable.
In addition, these boats are equipped with new gas engines powered by high-quality fuel, and pollute the air and water of the bay less. While five boats of a new type have been launched, they cruise between the boat stations Baniyas, Al Sabkha, Al Ghubaiba, Dubai Old Souk and Al Fahidi "(Al Fahidi).
In the coming years, all old boats will be replaced with new ones - 50 of these boats will be launched in 2017, 100 in 2019 and up to 150 in 2020. The renewal of the water transport fleet is part of a program to optimize the operation of public transport in Dubai. In 2014, more than 13 million passengers used the services of various types of water transport. Its network will increase significantly after the launch of an additional 12 stations on the new Dubai Canal in 2018.
