{"id":32595,"date":"2025-05-05T07:57:22","date_gmt":"2025-05-05T07:57:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/?p=32595"},"modified":"2025-05-05T07:57:22","modified_gmt":"2025-05-05T07:57:22","slug":"new-ferries-abu-dhabi-dalma-island-to-cut-travel-time-to-40-minutes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/platinumlist.net\/guide\/new-ferries-abu-dhabi-dalma-island-to-cut-travel-time-to-40-minutes\/","title":{"rendered":"New Ferries Abu Dhabi-Dalma Island to Cut Travel Time to 40 Minutes"},"content":{"rendered":"

Dalma Island is getting a major boost in connectivity with the launch of two new ferries<\/strong> \u2014 Dalma and Al Dhanna. These vessels are to improve maritime connectivity to Jebel Dhanna and Dalma Island and make travel to these two destinations more efficient and accessible.<\/p>\n

Five Facts about New Abu Dhabi-Dalma Island Ferries:<\/h4>\n

1. Rediced travel time: only 40 minutes one way<\/strong> (compared to 2 hours before)<\/p>\n

2. Each of the new ferries makes two trips per day<\/strong><\/p>\n

3. Huge capacity: each ferry can transport 193 passengers + 25 vehicles<\/strong><\/p>\n

4. Better accessibility: two internal elevators<\/strong> onboard to support people of determination<\/p>\n

5. Improved comfort: modern seating and safety features<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The new ferries are part of a broader initiative led by Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler\u2019s Representative in Al Dhafra Region, in collaboration with the Integrated Transport Centre (ITC) and Abu Dhabi Maritime. These additions are expected to improve both tourism and community life on the island<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Sheikh Hamdan\u2019s recent visit also included inspections of several other projects aimed at enhancing the island’s infrastructure and appeal:<\/p>\n