RITES Signs MoU with Etihad Rail to Boost UAE Rail Infrastructure

9 Oct 2024 , 10:59 AM

RITES Ltd., a government-owned railway PSU, signed an MoU with Etihad Rail, the developer of the UAE National Rail Network, on October 9. The agreement aims to explore cooperation in rail infrastructure projects in the UAE and surrounding regions.

The MoU was signed by Etihad Rail CEO Shadi Malak and RITES Chairman Rahul Mithal during the Global Rail Transport Infrastructure Exhibition and Conference in Abu Dhabi on October 8.

The collaboration will focus on various areas, including supply and leasing of rolling stock, project consultancy, and management for railway infrastructure projects.

Key services include rolling stock repairs, operation, and maintenance of railways to ensure efficiency and modernization in the UAE’s rail services.

Both parties will also analyze rail corridor capacity in the UAE and nearby areas, enhancing trade routes and improving logistics efficiency.

Advanced IT solutions for train operations, passenger management, and maintenance will also be explored to modernize rail services.

Knowledge transfer and employee-exchange programs are integral to the partnership, focusing on workforce development and skill enhancement.

RITES Chairman Mithal emphasized this collaboration as part of the company’s strategic “RITES Videsh” initiative to expand its global services.

Etihad Rail CEO Malak stated that this partnership supports Etihad Rail’s vision of transforming transportation in the UAE through innovative solutions for freight and passenger services.