UAE President Rides the Etihad Rail from Abu Dhabi to Dubai

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, boarded the Etihad Rail train from Abu Dhabi to Dubai on a pre-operational journey today for the service within the national passenger rail network. During the trip, he reviewed Etihad Rail’s operational system and its national objectives, as well as the quality of the services provided, aiming to enhance the passenger experience in accordance with the highest global standards. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Vice President and Minister of Defense of the UAE, and Sheikh Dhiyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Court for Development Affairs and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Etihad Rail Company, inaugurated the Etihad Rail station in Dubai. Upon his arrival at the station, Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan met with several national staff members working on the project and took commemorative photos with them. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum affirmed that the Etihad Rail station in Dubai adds a new national gateway that strengthens its connection to the capital and other cities of the UAE, supporting its urban and economic growth and global standing. He stated, “Linking Dubai to the national Etihad Rail network enhances its presence at the heart of the country’s movement, supports its pivotal role in the national economy, and consolidates its status as a global hub for business, tourism, and investment. It also adds to Dubai’s foundations a national transport infrastructure that facilitates access to and from the emirate, keeping pace with its growth and future aspirations.” Etihad Rail opens a new chapter in mobility between the emirates, with the launch of the Dubai station and the commencement of services from it to Abu Dhabi and Fujairah, following the availability of tickets for booking prior to the official launch on September 30. Etihad Rail has reopened bookings for Dubai services, after they were briefly available on September 22 and then suspended, and now includes services between Dubai and Abu Dhabi, as well as between Dubai and Fujairah.