Etihad Rail has expanded its deliberate passenger community to 11 stations after confirming seven further places throughout the UAE, finishing the nationwide rail map forward of an anticipated launch this yr.
The newly named stops are Al Sila, Al Dhannah, Al Mirfa, Madinat Zayed, Mezairaa, Al Faya and Al Dhaid. They add to 4 stations beforehand recognized in Mohammed Bin Zayed Metropolis in Abu Dhabi, Jumeirah Golf Estates in Dubai, College Metropolis in Sharjah and the Al Hilal space of Fujairah.
In line with the corporate, the stations shall be introduced into service in levels and can hyperlink 11 cities and areas, forming the nation’s first built-in passenger rail system. Chief Initiatives Officer Mohammed Alshehii stated the places had been chosen to align with key inhabitants centres.
Etihad Rail has additionally outlined onboard options, confirming enterprise and economic system class compartments. Enterprise class will embrace 16 seats, whereas economic system class may have 56 seats per carriage. Trains will provide Wi-Fi, energy retailers at each seat and a contemporary inside format.
Providers are anticipated to function on an everyday timetable, offering sooner intercity journey and easing stress on highway networks. Alshehii stated 10 of the 13 trains have already arrived and accomplished testing and certification. Every prepare can carry as much as 400 passengers and shall be run utilizing superior working methods.
