Abu Dhabi, UAE – His Highness Sheikh Dhiyab bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Chairman of the Presidential Office for Development Affairs and Martyrs’ Families, Chairman of the Board of Directors of «Etihad Trains», chaired the company’s Board of Directors meeting, which was held at the Abu Dhabi Passenger Station in Mohammed bin Zayed City.
This is to discuss developments in the national railway network in the UAE, and developments in the passenger train project that will be operated during the current year.
To achieve a qualitative shift in the integrated transportation system in the Emirates.
His Highness Sheikh Dhiyab bin Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and members of the Board of Directors were briefed on the company’s preparations to launch the initial routes of the passenger train during the year 2026 on board the national railway network, and on the developments of the newly announced passenger stations, which are being built in Al-Sila, Al-Dhana, Al-Murtafa, Madinat Zayed, Muzayraa, Al-Faya and Al-Dhaid.
In addition to the four main stations in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and Fujairah, linking together 11 cities and regions through strategic stations.
His Highness stressed the importance of the company’s achievements in operating the national railway network in consolidating the UAE’s leading position regionally and internationally.
In addition to its role in developing safe and sustainable transportation solutions.
In line with the directives of the wise leadership regarding enhancing connectivity between the country’s regions and population and industrial centers through an integrated transportation system and infrastructure that meets future needs, enhances the competitiveness of the national economy, and serves sustainable development in the country.
This was reflected in the services of the freight train, which has proven its success since its start in 2023, and the passenger train, which has achieved tangible progress that reflects high levels of its operational readiness in 2026.
The service includes a train fleet of 13 trains, in line with international best standards and practices.
The passenger train network constitutes the first integrated national railway system for transporting passengers, enhancing connectivity between the Emirates, and providing safe and reliable transportation services for citizens, residents and tourists.
