Al Tayer Inaugurates the Trial Run of Water Bus Hi Tech Propellers

Al Tayer Inaugurates the Trial Run of Water Bus Hi Tech Propellers

Roads & Transport Authority – Mohammed Al Munji:

H.E. Mattar Al Tayer, Chairman of the Board and Executive Director of Roads & Transport Agency inaugurated the trial run of the hi tech propellers of the Water Bus, in coordination with the German Voith Turbo Marine Co.

The propulsion system, known as Vector-Prop, is a highly technological system based on fiber carbon-manufactured propulsion fans, with a high capacity to absorb vibration and shocks, and linked to a smart control system ensuring high propulsion and maneuverability while conserving energy consumption.

Accompanied by the CEO of Marine Agency Mohammed Obaid Al Mulla, and several departmental directors at the Agency as well as representatives of the German Co., Al Tayer boarded the Water Bus in a tour across Dubai Creek, where he attended to a briefing from the concerned individuals about the features of the new technology; which is being applied for the first time worldwide. The new technology is set to enhance the operational efficiency of the Water Bus by 75%, reduce fuel consumption by 45%, suppress noise level by 70% and reduce carbon emission by 35%. Moreover, it contributes to an enhanced mooring and docking process, better control in the event of sudden stopping, lower operational costs, and better environmental conservation levels.

RTA is teaming up with the German Co. to embark on experimental operation of a Water Bus to match its operation results to the ordinary Water Bus.

Al Tayer then boarded a boat of Marine Security & Safety Services, which provides services stretching along Dubai beaches. This project is one of the key projects undertaken to upgrade marine safety services and is viewed as a crucial project across the globe as it provides marine security and safety service as part of the efforts to fulfill the vision of the RTA of providing Safe and Smooth Transport for All.

This excellent and unique service across local, regional and global level seeks to realize the comprehensive concept of marine safety. Marine safety services feature training, academic and executive programs; thereby elevating the Agency to a leading position worldwide by offering maritime support services. It enables the delivery of diverse and extensive maritime safety services such as tugging & towing, refueling, emergency repairs, buttery inspection and all matters related to maritime safety. Marine Agency will be profiled as a key driving body of a project that serves all seamen and stages awareness & qualification programs as well.

Photos:
- Mattar Al Tayer inaugurating the trial run of the new technology
- Carbon fiber-made propulsion fans