President Sheikh Mohamed travels on Etihad Rail for launch of Dubai station

President Sheikh Mohamed and Crown Prince of Dubai Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed inaugurated the Etihad Rail station in Dubai, a major expansion of the national rail network. The launch of operations at Al Yalayis Station was a significant step in connecting key regions and emirates across the country. The President traveled on a train from Abu Dhabi to Dubai before the official service launch.

During the journey, he received an overview of Etihad Rail's objectives and the high standards of passenger experience they aim to provide.

Upon arrival at Al Yalayis Station, Sheikh Mohamed met with project staff. Sheikh Hamdan toured the station, learning about its advanced facilities, services, and operational systems designed to offer an integrated passenger experience from ticket booking to journey completion. The briefing underscored the station's role in positioning Dubai at the heart of the country's movement, bolstering its economic importance, and enhancing accessibility for residents and visitors.

Sheikh Hamdan emphasized that the new rail connection adds to Dubai's assets, bolstering its status as a global hub for business, tourism, and investment. He boarded a train in Dubai at 2:11 PM and arrived in Abu Dhabi at 3:13 PM, sharing a photo of his ticket on Snapchat. Etihad Rail began online bookings for the new Dubai service to and from Abu Dhabi and Fujairah on Monday, though the booking system was initially made available briefly the previous week before being temporarily halted.

Dubai serves as a crucial link between the national rail network and the city's broader transportation infrastructure. Al Yalayis Station connects to Jumeirah Golf Estates Metro Station via a dedicated pedestrian bridge, facilitating seamless transfers between Etihad Rail and Dubai Metro services. Moreover, integration with the Nol passenger system allows passengers to book Etihad Rail and Dubai public transport services using a unified QR code, applicable on trains, metros, trams, and buses.