Etihad Rail completes construction works of Package A of Stage Two
ABU DHABI, September 29, 2021
Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE's national rail network, has completed the construction works of Package A of Stage Two of the country's ambitious rail project, running over 139 km from Al Ghuwaifat on UAE’s border with Saudi Arabia to Fujairah on the eastern coast.
This significant step brings the company closer to completing the UAE National Railway Network on schedule as the Stage One, which extends for 264 km from Habshan to Al Ruwais, has already been completed.
The announcement was made at the Etihad Rail board meeting held virtually under the chairmanship of Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince’s Court and Etihad Rail to review the latest progress of the project as well as other major achievements made in the third quarter of 2021.
Lauding the team, Sheikh Theyab said; "It is only because of their dedication, efforts and commitment that we are able to achieve this important milestone in record time, completing it two months ahead of schedule."
He pointed out that at a time when many sectors were subject to a slowdown due to the Covid-19 challenges, Etihad Rail continues to forge ahead and complete the project according to its clearly defined goals and comprehensive work plan.
"Throughout, Etihad Rail has ensured the continuity of business while implementing the required precautionary health and safety measures for all employees. His Highness also expressed his appreciation for the ongoing support provided by the relevant government entities and authorities to ensure this goal was achieved," he added.
According to hinm, Etihad Rail aims to connect vital areas in the seven emirates via a track extending over 1200 km to enhance the UAE’s social and economic development, as well as its global positioning in line with the UAE Centennial 2071.
"Throughout 2021, we were successful in reserving 40% of the network’s annual transport capacity, which by the completion of Stage Two will amount to 60 million tonnes of goods per year. This was achieved through the commercial agreements Etihad Rail has signed including those with Stevin Rock, one of the biggest quarrying companies in the world, Western Bainoona Group, and Al Ghurair Iron & Steel (AGIS)," he added.-TradeArabia News Service