Nearly 20 years after Etihad Rail was established, 2026 promises to be a pivotal year for the UAE's railways.
The country is on the brink of a transport revolution, with passenger trains set to run next year.
The network will link key transport bases, education centres, and residential and commercial areas, adding capacity to the public transport system to cater to an increasing population, while boosting tourism, easing congestion and improving sustainability.
“Definitely there is pressure … but it's good pressure because we are creating a new system,” Azza Al Suwaidi, deputy chief executive of Etihad Rail Mobility, told The National in September.
“It's something everyone should be proud of.
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