Dubai, UAE – His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, boarded the Etihad Rail passenger train for a journey between Dubai and Fujairah, marking a significant milestone in the UAE’s national railway project.
The Etihad Rail passenger service, set for commercial launch in 2026, will seamlessly connect 11 cities and regions across the country. Once operational, the high-speed service will link key urban centres and communities at speeds of up to 200 km/h.
With annual ridership projected to reach 36.5 million passengers by 2030, the project is expected to enhance connectivity, boost tourism, and reinforce the UAE’s sustainable transport infrastructure.
