Daijiworld Media Community – Dubai
Dubai, Aug 3: In a landmark growth for the UAE’s transport sector, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, vp, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, travelled aboard the Etihad Rail passenger practice from Dubai to Fujairah, marking a key part within the formidable 1,200-km nationwide railway challenge.
Describing the expertise as a memorable trip, Sheikh Mohammed shared glimpses of the journey on social media and was acquired by Etihad Rail officers led by Chief Enterprise Help Officer Saeed AlAhbabi. He was up to date on the challenge’s milestones and emphasised the significance of Etihad Rail as an important financial lifeline that displays the spirit of the Union.
Sheikh Mohammed stated the railway will function a cornerstone in creating an built-in nationwide transport community that enhances the UAE’s standing as a number one logistics hub, whereas facilitating the seamless motion of individuals and items. He highlighted the challenge’s potential to strengthen nationwide unity, help sustainability, and enhance high quality of life throughout emirates.
The passenger rail service is anticipated to start operations in 2026, with trains able to speeds as much as 200 km/hr. It can join 11 main cities and areas together with Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, Al Ain, Ruwais, and Ghuweifat. The community is designed to hold 400 passengers per practice and goals to serve 36.5 million passengers yearly by 2030.
Etihad Rail, with an funding of AED 40 billion, can even lengthen into Saudi Arabia and Oman, linking key ports, industrial zones, and inland cities. Section one of many challenge, launched in 2016, is already operational for freight transport, whereas part two, initiated in 2020, expands passenger and freight capability throughout the nation.
The railway community performs a strategic position in decreasing carbon emissions in keeping with the UAE’s Web Zero 2050 targets, whereas bettering mobility, boosting tourism, and enhancing regional growth.
Etihad Rail Chairman Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan stated Sheikh Mohammed’s journey underscores the management’s dedication to nationwide initiatives that drive long-term progress and integration. He credited Sheikh Mohammed’s imaginative and prescient as instrumental to the challenge’s inclusion within the ‘Tasks of the 50’ initiative and the 2023 inauguration of the nationwide freight community.
The go to comes shortly after Sheikh Mohammed made a shock inspection of a Dubai Tram station, interacting with passengers and reviewing companies firsthand, reflecting his grounded and people-focused management fashion.
