Dubai Metro Blue Line: RTA completes first phase of tunnel excavation in record time

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Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has significantly accelerated tunnelling for the Dubai Metro Blue Line, achieving speeds over double that of the original metro project. Utilizing advanced tunnel boring technology, the RTA has completed the first phase of excavation in just two months. The new tunnel boring machine, Al Wugeisha, can excavate approximately 30 metres per day, enhancing efficiency and precision. This marks a major evolution in Dubai's underground construction capabilities since the first metro tunnels were built nearly 20 years ago, showcasing the impact of smart engineering solutions on infrastructure development.