Clearer lane markings and lighter traffic are making journeys easier, with the last bridge due to open on October 30.
Easier Exits After Months of Roadworks
Drivers in Dubai say the World Trade Centre junction is getting easier to handle. As of October 28, 2026, the lanes are better marked, the signs are clearer, and there are fewer jams, so finding the right exit takes less guesswork. One last bridge is still to come, and it opens on October 30.
Why Drivers Struggled During Construction
For months, the road layout at the World Trade Centre junction kept shifting. Reaching certain exits wasn’t simple. Some drivers missed their turn and had to loop around just to get onto the road they wanted.
Emaad Shareef, an automobile salesperson from Al Quoz, passes through the World Trade Centre junction daily from Abu Hail. He found exits difficult during the works but says, “Now everything is marked properly.” He also feels traffic has eased.
Where the Changes Are Most Visible
Flyovers now carry traffic in several directions over and under the World Trade Center junction. The old roundabout has been converted into a junction, with bridges handling different movements.
Abdul Qayyum, a Jumeirah Residence resident, drives from Satwa towards Sheikh Zayed Road. He used to wait at the roundabout. Now he has separate routes: one over a flyover towards Al Majlis and Al Mustaqbal Street, and another continuing to Sheikh Zayed Road.
What the Dh696-Million Project Includes
Back in October 2024, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) revealed a Dh696-million plan for the area. It includes five bridges spanning 5,000 meters, all meant to ease congestion at the World Trade Centre junction.
The project has opened in stages, so drivers have been getting used to the new layout step by step.
How the Final Bridge Will Help Commuters
The last bridge will serve traffic travelling from Al Majlis Street towards 2nd December Street. It is the final piece of the World Trade Centre junction upgrade.
The RTA estimates this route will take one minute instead of six. It also projects that the average delay at the junction will fall from 12 minutes to 90 seconds. These are the authority’s estimates, not measured results.
Whom It Affects and What Still Needs Attention
Daily commuters feel the change most. Raza Khamer, a Karama resident who manages a hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road, says the lanes and exits at the World Trade Centre junction are now easier to follow.
Some barricades are still in place, though he expects them to be removed soon. Drivers still need to learn the new exits and diversions.
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Conclusion
The final bridge opens on October 30, and that completes the project. Until the World Trade Centre junction is fully open, it’s wise to follow the road signs and check your exit before you set off.
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