ETIHAD RAIL
Chaired by HE Sheikh Theyab Bin Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince’s Court and Chairman of Etihad Rail, the company’s Board of Directors held a virtual meeting to review the latest progress of the construction works for the packages of Stage Two of the UAE National Railway Network, as well as other major achievements made in the third quarter of 2021.
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t a recent Etihad Rail Board of Directors meet it was announced that construction works for Package A of Stage Two, which extends over 139 km, and its connection through Al Ghuwaifat on the border of Saudi Arabia with Stage One, which extends for 264 km from Habshan to Al Ruwais were completed. This significant step brings the company closer to completing the UAE National Railway Network on schedule.
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Sheikh Thayeb expressed his appreciation to the company and its team for their dedication, efforts and commitment to be able to achieve this important milestone in record time, completing it two months ahead of schedule.
Forging ahead HE noted that at a time when many sectors were subject to a slowdown due to the challenges presented by the Covid-19 pandemic, Etihad Rail has continued 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. HE also expressed his appreciation for the ongoing support provided by the relevant government entities and authorities to ensure this goal was achieved. At the board meeting, it was announced that Etihad Rail will continue its efforts to realise the wise leadership’s vision of developing this vital strategic project, which is one of the largest infrastructure projects in the UAE. Etihad Rail will connect vital areas in the seven Emirates via a track extending over 1200 km to enhance the UAE’s social and
