As part of the Etihad Rail Project, which aims to transform transportation across the United Arab Emirates, the Sharjah Roads and Transport Authority has announced a temporary closure of major streets for two months. This initiative is expected to cause traffic diversions but also promises long-term benefits for the emirate’s connectivity and economic growth. The...
The UAE is making significant advancements in regional transportation with the Etihad Rail high-speed passenger network. This ambitious project aims to connect all seven emirates and key Middle Eastern cities through a 900 km rail system that can reach speeds of up to 350 km/h (217 mph). Once completed, travel between major hubs, such as...
Etihad Rail has confirmed that its highly anticipated passenger train service will officially launch in 2026. This development is a significant milestone for the United Arab Emirates as it enhances the country’s transportation infrastructure and offers residents a new mode of travel. The announcement comes as a relief to UAE residents who have been eagerly...
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority, in collaboration with Etihad Rail, has officially opened a new 1.8-kilometer flyover on Al Yalayis Street. This signal-controlled flyover, which has a three-lane capacity, is designed to improve traffic flow for vehicles traveling to and from Dubai Investment Park. The new infrastructure features a right-turn slip road for vehicles coming...
UAE’s Etihad Rail has announced a new sustainable finance framework aimed at funding green investments in the transport and infrastructure sector. This framework, unveiled recently, is designed to align the rail developer’s future financing with its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy. The initiative is intended to offer expertise and insights to ensure compliance with...