Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to launch a new pilot initiative for school transport pooling in the first quarter of 2026, as part of its efforts to advance a smart and sustainable transport system and improve daily mobility for school students across the emirate. The initiative will be implemented in collaboration with Yango Group and Urban Express Transport, following the signing of two memoranda of understanding with the private-sector partners. The memoranda of understanding were signed by Ahmed Hashem Bahrozyan, CEO of Public Transport Agency, on behalf of Roads and Transport Authority. Islam Abdul Karim signed on behalf of Yango Group, while Mohammad Al Hashimi signed on behalf of Urban Express Transport. Ahmed Hashem Bahrozyan, CEO of Public Transport Agency, RTA, said: “In recent years, a noticeable increase has been observed in the number of private vehicles used to transport students to and from schools, which directly affects traffic flow around school zones. “Through this initiative, RTA aims to offer an alternative school transport solution at affordable rates, helping to improve traffic movement and deliver a more efficient daily mobility experience. “The pilot initiative will be implemented in accordance with the highest approved safety and security standards governing school transport, […]