RTA completes Phase II of Jumeirah Corniche Development

DUBAI, Sep 13 (KUNA) -- The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai completed Phase II of the Jumeirah Corniche Development project spanning 2.5 km such that the areas open to the public now extends to 4.5 km.
Accordingly, the completion rate has shot up to 77% and the project is expected to open next October.
Maitha bin Udai, CEO of RTA Traffic and Roads Agency, said that the completed sector will be opened for the public as of the third week of this month, adding that sport enthusiasts are welcome to play in the Corniche area.
Udai added that the Jumeirah Corniche Development project extends about seven km and the project encompasses a 5-meter wide walk, 4-meter wide jogging track, and rest areas including retail kiosks and shaded benches overlooking the beach, as well as public and health amenities. The project is characterized by a unique touch of beauty featuring gorgeous landscaping and flooring works, which are distributed in a highly coordinated style in addition to decorative lighting in a stylish and innovative manner.
The Jumeirah Corniche Project will turn the sand beach into a vibrant venue fitted with abundant public utilities for resident and tourist beachgoers heading to the beaches of Dubai to savor a fine seaside setting or to practice any walking sports. (end) hny.sq