Dubai tests drones to clean traffic signals

Pilot project cuts maintenance costs, boosts worker safety

- BY SURABHI VASUNDHARADEVI Social Media Reporter

Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has begun testing an innovative approach to traffic signal maintenance by deploying drones for cleaning.

By removing the need for manlifts, the initiative significantly improves worker safety. It reduces dependence on heavy machinery, leading to lower operational expenses and supporting environmental goals through decreased fuel consumption, reduced water usage, and lower emissions compared to traditional cleaning methods.