UAE Vice President Sheikh Mohammed takes first passenger ride on Etihad Rail between Dubai and Fujairah

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum recently took a passenger train journey between Dubai and Fujairah to review the progress of Etihad Rail, the UAE’s 1,200km national railway network. The project, set to begin passenger operations in 2026, connects all seven emirates and key cities, aiming to improve connectivity, support economic growth, boost social cohesion, and advance sustainable transportation nationwide.