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Inside the journey of an Etihad Rail train captain

He shares how years of training, commitment to safety prepared him for the role

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Ibrahim Al Hammadi

Inside Etihad Rail: What the UAE’s new train is like

Inside Etihad Rail: 200km/h speeds, mountain views, onboard food - here’s what to expect

The UAE’s newest passenger train promises a faster way across the country. Here’s what the journey is really like, from booking your ticket and boarding to onboard comfort, scenery and whether it beats driving.

Can Etihad Rail cut the Dubai rent gap?

Experts say renters will move first, but last-mile links will decide demand

Etihad rail Fujairah passenger station and the train ride during a media preview.

Etihad Rail fines up to Dh10,000: Check full list

Penalties from Dh100 to Dh10,000 set for rule-breaking on UAE passenger trains

Etihad Rail issues strict rules on tickets, conduct, pets and prohibited items

A new era begins: Etihad Rail reshapes UAE tourism

Fujairah-Abu Dhabi route cuts travel to 105 minutes, reshaping weekend getaways

New rail link boosts domestic tourism and connects UAE’s key destinations

Are pets allowed on Etihad Rail?

Passengers can travel with pets but strict carrier and baggage rules apply

Etihad Rail train, the UAE's first passenger train, on its inaugural journey at Mohamed bin Zayed City station in Abu Dhabi on June 30, 2026.

Etihad Rail works: Sharjah road diversion until August

Motorists warned of delays as Etihad Rail access road construction progresses

Sharjah urges drivers to follow diversion routes and plan journeys in advance

How to reach Etihad Rail Station by shuttle bus

Dh10 shuttle buses link Abu Dhabi hubs directly to Etihad Rail station

Etihad Rail shuttle bus in Abu Dhabi: Routes, timings and booking guide

Six major changes coming in the UAE this July

From Etihad Rail launch to school breaks - key changes taking effect in UAE this July

Six major changes in the UAE this July that residents should know

Etihad Rail's Dubai station could link with Metro

Dubai’s upcoming Etihad Rail station to offer transfers from Metro to the national train

First Passenger Train Journey Between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah Launches Today.

Meet the man chosen as Etihad Rail's first passenger

Selected for his community work, one Emirati led thousands on day one of UAE rail

From Fujairah to Abu Dhabi, Hamad Mansour Albloushi reflects on the honour of being chosen as the inaugural passenger on the UAE's national rail network

Etihad Rail sells out 10,000+ tickets ahead of launch

Historic Fujairah–Abu Dhabi route opens as Etihad Rail tickets snapped up

Passengers gather at Abu Dhabi's Mohammed Bin Zayed City Station on June 30.

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