What is the Darb application, how does it work?

According to the introduction of Abu Dhabi Department of Transport (DOT), Darb is a Maps & Navigation app on the Android platform. There is currently a 4.3.8 version released on Mar 10, 2020, you can see the details below.

The Integrated Transport Centre(ITC) presents the new update of Darb application for Abu Dhabi residents and visitors. Darb Mobile provides an “Intelligent Transport System in the palm of your hand”. The application requires at least 3G network or Wi-Fi access. For many of the system functions, an access to GPS location information on the smartphone is also required.

Darb app provides the users with live data on traffic conditions, traffic incidents and road works in Abu Dhabi. In addition, it provides access to road service patrol. Users can also plan journey around Abu Dhabi city and get real time information of Bus schedules and facilitate Toping up Hafilat Card.

The app also enables users to book a taxi, pay for on-street Mawaqif parking, and obtain ferry schedule information. It also enables them to contact ITC through a “Geofeedback” feature (Darbi) to report any complains related to transportation services.

What's new in version 4.3.8 1) Added New Marine Services and Maritime Base Map.
2) Bus Lines & Departure Monitor Improvements - Implemented Line Filtering.
3) Added Toll Gates locations and Toll Info.
4) Added Carpooling Service.
5) Mawaqif Parking service improvement.
6) Bug fixes and other general improvements.