Etihad Rail launches direct cargo service between Fujairah and Abu Dhabi under port partnership
Etihad Rail has joined forces with Abu Dhabi's port operator to launch a new cargo route from Fujairah to the UAE capital to take pressure off the road network and move goods more efficiently. The direct rail service connecting Fujairah Terminals with the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (Icad) – led by Etihad Rail Freight and Abu Dhabi Ports – has been hailed as a significant step in “unlocking the…
Etihad Rail and Abu Dhabi Ports have collaborated to launch a direct cargo rail service from Fujairah Terminals to Abu Dhabi's Industrial City (Icad). This new rail line aims to alleviate road congestion, streamline cargo movement, and enhance supply chain efficiency within the UAE. By connecting the two locations, the service allows cargo arriving in Fujairah to be transported directly to Icad, where customers can access customs clearance, inspection, and cargo release services.
Abu Dhabi Ports has assigned a unique UN Locode to Icad, enabling seamless booking and handling of cargo shipments. This partnership is expected to benefit importers, exporters, manufacturers, distributors, and logistics providers by reducing the need for additional road transport, shortening distances between cargo and its final destination, and fostering more efficient end-to-end supply chains.
Known for its growing passenger network, Etihad Rail has recently carried out the UAE's first commercial car transportation by rail, and is set to open two new passenger stations in Fujairah and Sharjah.
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