Dubai Crown Prince Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed announced on Tuesday the approval of the project to extend Dubai Metro's Route 2020 to Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) City, with services scheduled to begin in 2031.

With a budget of Dh2 billion, the extension will serve passengers of what is set to become the world's largest airport, providing a direct link between the Dubai Metro network and DWC.

The project aims to make travel easier for passengers, airport staff and visitors to the surrounding areas, and to reduce reliance on private vehicles within the airport city. It will also connect with the planned airport express line and Etihad Rail's high-speed rail network.

(Source: Khaleej Times)