Construction on the Green Line progresses on Dubai Metro Project

With six underground stations and twelve elevated stations to be built the line is scheduled to be completed in March 2010.

Adnan Al Hammadi, Director of Construction, Rail Agency said, "Site investigation has been completed for Salahuddin, Baniyas, Palm Deira, Al Ras, Al Gubaiba and Saeediya while on the elevated stations the investigations are in progress.

Utility diversion works which involve the diversions of electricity, water and Etisalat cables are due to commence for Baniyas, and Saeediya."

"The main construction which involves the building of the diaphragm wall is scheduled to start next month in Al Gubaiba and Al Ras while preparatory works are in progress with Baniyas. These works include setting up of site offices, work areas, and initial works for utility diversions. Traffic diversions are being planned for Baniyas and Saeediya to facilitate construction of underground stations. An old school at Al Ras Al Ahmadiya has been demolished." he added.

Like the Red Line, the Green Line comprises both underground and elevated sections which will have varying degrees of impact on the traffic network within the heart of Dubai city. Most of the stations are elevated. The total length of the track will be 23 kms in length. The initial line capacity for the Green Line, in 2010: 7,346 ppdph while the ultimate line capacity for the Green Line: 15,680 ppdph. There will be two interchange stations, at Union Square and Burjuman. Park and ride facilities will be available at Al Qusais Depot. The current police residence in Qusais will be demolished and the car park for 6000 cars will be constructed.