On 9th September 2009 (09/09/09) at 09:09 AM will HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum officially launch Dubai Metro.
The project will start with 10 key stations on the Red Line: Rashidiya, Terminal 3, City Center, Al Rigga, Union, Khalid bin Al Waleed, Jafliah, Financial Center, Mall of the Emirates, Nakheel Harbour ‘&’ Tower.
The remaining stations on the Red Line will be opened in phases over the next few months.