RTA’s Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) announced the allocation of a VAN for Hatta Hospital; a Dubai Government hospital, to transfer kidney patients in need of dialysis to Dubai.

The initiative is taken as part of a strategic cooperation plan with Al Futtaim Automotive and Gargash Enterprise, and in implementation of the Dubai Government directives to support the comprehensive development of Hatta area. The initiative, which is rolled out in the context of the Year of Zayed & the Year of Giving initiatives, forms part of ‘RTA Foundation’ initiative. It focuses on delivering services that add to the comfort and happiness of people of the area. 

In the presence of Mohammed Obaid Al Mulla, Member of the Board of Directors and Chairman of the Higher Committee of “RTA Foundation”, Dr Yousef Al Ali, CEO of Dubai Taxi Corporation and First Vice Chairman of the Higher Committee of “RTA Foundation” handed over the VAN to Dubai Health Authority. A special function was held to celebrate the event in RTA’s Headquarter in the presence of several concerned parties.

The initiative is part of RTA’s social responsibility focused on achieving the community happiness at various levels and identifying the needs of Dubai residents. Humanitarian aspects are a key component of RTA’s strategy, vision and goals. The Year of Zayed and Hatta Development Plan are part of RTA’s agenda, and the initiatives of the Dubai Government are a goal that all parties seek to realise in a perfect style.

RTA places much emphasis on the partnership with Al Futtaim Automotive and Gargash Enterprise and is keen on cementing relationships with key partners in the private sector. Such cooperation is part of a series of ambitious plans for supporting charitable and humanitarian aspects. It stems from the noble values of the UAE community focused on promoting the spirit of social responsibility and cooperation between community members and organisations.