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July 13, 2026 | Infrastructure

The Gulf rail surge: redefining delivery in the next decade

Omar Benzaria, transportation managing director for the Middle East and South Asia at Egis, examines the opportunities and challenges of delivering rail projects across the region.

June 23, 2026 | Main line

UAE to launch passenger services on June 30

The initial service will run non-stop from Abu Dhabi to Fujairah.

April 16, 2026 | Freight

Jordan and UAE form joint venture to build freight railway

New 360km railway to carry phosphates and potash will cost $US 2.3bn.

March 10, 2026 | News

UITP cancels 2026 Summit in Dubai

The global event was due to be held on April 21-23.

March 4, 2026 | Middle East

Etihad Rail fills void left by Middle East flight cancellations

Three trains carrying more than 350 passengers have moved people stranded in Saudi Arabia to the UAE.

February 5, 2026 | Middle East

UAE high-speed contracts awarded

Two consortia will deliver the first 150km phase of Abu Dhabi - Dubai high-speed line.

January 26, 2026 | Main line

Etihad Rail confirms passenger service launch

First trains will run from Abu Dhabi to Dubai and Fujairah later this year.

January 21, 2026 | Middle East

Projects to watch in 2026 - Middle East

IRJ highlights the key projects to watch in the Middle East in 2026 including the Hedjaz Railway and the Abu Dhabi LRT4.

November 21, 2025 | Middle East

Abu Dhabi invites interest in building new light rail line

Design and build contract for 19km line includes the supply of 25 LRVs.

November 7, 2025 | Central/South America

Paraguay looks to UAE to revive Suburban Train project

Etihad Rail delegation visits Asunción to discuss 44km line to Ypacaraí.

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