Etihad Airways and Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE’s National Rail Network, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore opportunities to create a seamless air-rail travel experience across the UAE.
Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will host the first RailX Dubai Conference and Exhibition next year, bringing together over 5,000 participants, including government officials, industry executives and investors, to discuss rail infrastructure, investment and emerging mobility technologies.
7X, a leading transport, and logistics group, in collaboration with Emarat EV Charging Stations Company, has approved the first six EV charging station sites across facilities operated by 7X’s National Network for Logistics. These EV stations will support logistics and transport fleets and help reduce carbon emissions.
Saudi Arabia and Kuwait are strengthening economic and logistical integration through a digital customs data exchange system and expanded co-operation on railway development, aimed at improving cross-border trade and transport links.
Maritime Hub Abu Dhabi has announced that it has launched a guidebook aimed at helping international maritime companies and entrepreneurs establish and expand their operations in the emirate, highlighting the capital's competitive advantages and business opportunities in the sector.
Oman has begun implementing RO105 million ($273 million) road projects in North A'Sharqiyah Governorate as it expands the country's transport infrastructure under its Vision 2040 strategy. These include building of new roads, expansion of existing network and the dualisation of key highways.
Geodis, a leader in transport and logistics, said it has achieved the IATA Center of Excellence for Independent Validators (CEIV) Pharma certification for its site located in the south Indian city of Hyderabad, thus reinforcing its commitment to delivering top-class healthcare logistics solutions.
Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has approved a five-year plan to expand the emirate's soft mobility network through 2030. The plan encompasses infrastructure development across 25 residential areas and upgrades to the facilities at 63 public transport stations.
The Rock-It Company, a global leader in mission-critical logistics based in New York providing specialist transport, storage and supply chain solutions for automotive, motorsport, live touring and luxury goods sectors, has set up its Middle East headquarters in Abu Dhabi to oversee its regional operations.
Qatar’s national transport provider Mowasalat has announced a strategic partnership with national carrier Qatar Airways through its loyalty programme, Privilege Club, in a move that enables its customers to collect loyalty points across Karwa Taxi and Chauffeur Services.
