ABU DHABI, 20th March, 2024 (WAM) -- The Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) of the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) in Abu Dhabi completed a project to replace 5,071 interior lighting (LED) in the Sheikh Zayed Tunnel.
The project aims to ensure the lighting level of the tunnel meets the latest standards and technologies for tunnel lighting, considering the nature of tunnel traffic.
The new tunnel lighting is characterised by its efficiency, which reduces maintenance costs and increases continuous operational periods. Additionally, it has the ability to control light intensity and colours, allowing for adaptive lighting based on road conditions and time of day. Furthermore, it contributes to optimizing electricity consumption with a reduction of approximately 17 percent and increases operational efficiency to 90 percent, thereby preserving the quality of the nighttime environment and minimizing negative impacts on the environment.
The project also aims to align with the best practices in the field to enhance security and efficiency for users of the Sheikh Zayed Tunnel, since it serves as a major artery in the transportation and infrastructure network in the emirate of Abu Dhabi, stretching over 6.3 kilometres. The new lighting forms a safe environment for drivers through the tunnel, which is consistent with the environmental and sustainability requirements, and improves road safety by reducing traffic accidents.