point to Expo City Dubai and Centrepoint to Life Pharmacy Station — bringing the total to three direct connections on the Red Line. Improved passenger experience With the new route, commuters can enjoy shorter journeys and less crowding during rush hours. Previously, travellers heading toward Expo City Dubai or Life Pharmacy Station had to transfer at Jebel Ali, but now they can take direct trains, saving time and avoiding delays. RTA confirmed that Red Line trains will now alternate services between Expo City Dubai and UAE Exchange while also directly serving Life Pharmacy Station and Al Fardan Exchange Station. To avoid confusion, commuters are advised to check real-time display boards at stations. Reducing congestion and delays Since its trial phase in August 2024, the new direct routes have already helped reduce overcrowding on trains and platforms, cut waiting times, lowered energy usage, and improved overall efficiency across the metro system. Additional RTA staff were deployed during the initial rollout to guide passengers and ensure smooth operations. The Dubai Metro continues to evolve as part of RTA’s long-term urban mobility plan, focusing on increasing capacity and enhancing passenger convenience as ridership grows in the city.