New English ‘tests’ for Dubai taxi drivers

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By Staff  http://www.emirates247.com/

The Public Transport Agency, Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), has embarked on an initiative setting out new world-class standards for enticing and recruiting cabdrivers in Dubai.

A specialist company in the field of English language education and personalised behavioural tests will be selected to deliver the service to the taxi sector. (Supplied)
A specialist company in the field of English language education and personalised behavioural tests will be selected to deliver the service to the taxi sector. (Supplied)

The step, which is taken in collaboration with one of the leading international firms in this regard, is intended to improve this aspect and align it with the ongoing development seen by the UAE in general and Dubai in particular.

Dr. Yousef Mohammed Al Ali, CEO of Public Transport Agency at the RTA, said: “The RTA is seeking to bring happiness to all customers, especially users of taxis; a vital sector with implications on the tourist profile of the emirate.

“Dubai is increasingly shaping into a global tourist attraction and a premier hub for a variety of business events, activities, conferences and exhibitions attracting business leaders and participants from all corners of the world.

“We have conducted elaborate studies in collaboration with Mary Gober International Ltd on procedures of attracting and employing taxi drivers in Dubai, and deploying them in all franchise companies operating in the emirate (including RTA’s Dubai Taxi Corporation). More info