Bus shelter gets LED screens

An innovative bus shelter featuring LED screens has been presented to Abu Dhabi’s transport officials.

Created by Stroer Concept Outdoor, the prototype bus shelter features a range of facilities which can help passenger journeys run more smoothly.

The Department of Transport recently received the shelter which will be used as a model for a further 549 units.

LED screens have been installed in the prototype which informs travellers when buses are likely to arrive.

The boards will also display other information such as maps, journey times and ticket prices.

In addition, the shelters have also been fitted with air conditioning, facilities for disabled people and comfortable seating.

Saeed Al Hameli, general manager of Public Bus Office in Abu Dhabi, said, “This is a big step forward and an important element of the overall plan to improve this vital sector.

“At the same time, we will continue to enhance passenger comfort, improve bus reliability and punctuality to ensure good service at a reasonable cost.”

In other news, in 2011 Dubai will boast the largest LED screen in the world following the installation of a 100-metre board on the Podium skyscraper.