Retail
Subscription
Advertise
  • Home
    • About Us
  • News
  • Transport
    • Air Cargo
    • Airlines
    • Maritime
    • Rail
    • Road
  • Ports
    • Airports
  • Materials Handling
    • Warehousing
  • Vehicles
    • Automobiles
    • Autonomous
    • Commercial
    • Construction
    • Truck & Fleet
  • E-commerce
  • Technology
    • Blockchain
    • IoT
    • Robotics
    • Telematics
  • Interviews
    • Analyses
    • Opinion
    • Outlook
    • View Point
  • Express Deliveries
  • Freight
  • FM
    • Waste Management
  • Expo 2020
  • Events
    • LILS KSA Summit 2023
    • LILA UAE Awards 2022
No Result
View All Result
LogisticsGulfNews.com
No Result
View All Result

Etihad Rail completes the connection of railway freight terminal at ICAD with main line

by Kevin Vaz
April 8, 2023
in Rail, Transport

Etihad Rail ICAD, The new hub will be equipped to handle over 20mn tonnes of bulk, containerized, and general cargo annually

Etihad Rail ICAD
The new line extends from the borders of Saudi Arabia to the port of Fujairah, on the UAE’s eastern coast (WAM)

Etihad Rail has announced the successful completion of the connection between the railway freight terminal at the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi (ICAD), which is the largest inland freight railway terminal in the country, and the UAE National Rail Network.

The Company completed tracklaying works and conducting successful tests on the new line, which extends from the borders of Saudi Arabia to the port of Fujairah, on the eastern coast, passing through key manufacturing hubs and urban centres.

This achievement comes in line with the goals of the UAE Railway Programme, which is the largest integrated system for transporting goods and passengers across the country. The programme aims to connect the country’s key centres of industry and production, open new trade routes and facilitate population movement.

Stage Two

Upon the completion of Stage Two of the UAE National Rail Network, Etihad Rail will provide logistics solutions from the railway terminal, which is located at the heart of the Industrial City of Abu Dhabi, burgeoning hub of industrial companies in the area.

“The strategic location of the ICAD railway freight terminal will also drive value for all our customers as it is the largest indoor railway freight terminal in the UAE,” commented Mohammed Al Marzouqi, Executive Director, Rail Relations Sector, Etihad Rail.

Etihad Rail is constructing the largest inland railway freight terminal in the UAE in ICAD, spanning just over 2.7mn sqft, the new railway freight terminal at will comprise over 22 buildings and major structures to support operations, processing up to nine trains each day.

It will facilitate the distribution of goods across the countries of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and UAE, where it will connect quarries in the northern emirates to industrial centres in the Musaffah area, in addition to connecting Ruwais, Khalifa Port and the container companies in Dubai within Jebel Ali Port. The containers will be hauled by rail to and from other freight facilities following a road journey to the end-user location.

Logistics hub

The railway freight terminal will act as a logistics hub for heavy industries enabling a seamless distribution of raw materials and machinery for manufacturers, in addition to facilitating better connections to vital trade infrastructure, such as ports. It will also offer customs services, which will make ICAD tenants more competitive.

When fully operational, the ICAD railway freight terminal will foster a more efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable transportation capacity, and process over 15mn tonnes of loose raw materials, 1.5 tonnes of general cargo, and around 116,600 20-foot shipping containers annually.

The development of the ICAD railway freight terminal features as a part of Stage Two of the UAE’s national railway network. The historic project extends from Al on the borders of Saudi Arabia to the Emirate of Fujairah, on the eastern coast. Upon completion, Stage Two of the GCC’s railway network will integrate the nation’s ports, manufacturing hubs, and urban centres.

Want to stay updated on the latest industry news and trends? Subscribe today to receive your monthly news highlights directly in your inbox!

Tags: Etihad RailExpansionfujariahICADNewsRailwayUAE
ShareTweetShareSend

Related Posts

UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure announces new standards for non-members of the IG P&I Clubs
Maritime

UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure announces new standards for non-members of the IG P&I Clubs

June 6, 2023
DC Aviation Al-Futtaim turns 10 this year
Airliner

DC Aviation Al-Futtaim turns 10 this year

June 5, 2023
UAE Maritime Week sets ambitious goals for maritime innovation and sustainability
Events

UAE Maritime Week sets ambitious goals for maritime innovation and sustainability

May 11, 2023
Saudia Cargo and Cainiao Extend Partnership with new 12-Month Space and Service Commitment Agreement
Air Cargo

Saudia Cargo and Cainiao Extend Partnership with new 12-Month Space and Service Commitment Agreement

May 11, 2023
Please login to join discussion

Search

No Result
View All Result

Recent News

Rydezilla and Udrive Bahrain Collaborate to Redefine the Car Rental Experience

Rydezilla and Udrive Bahrain Collaborate to Redefine the Car Rental Experience

June 8, 2023
UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure announces new standards for non-members of the IG P&I Clubs

UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure announces new standards for non-members of the IG P&I Clubs

June 6, 2023
DC Aviation Al-Futtaim turns 10 this year

DC Aviation Al-Futtaim turns 10 this year

June 5, 2023

LogisticsGulfNews.com, the niche media portal designed for the industry, is deeply committed to representing, serving and promoting the interests of the logistics and supply chain businesses in the region

Recent News

  • Rydezilla and Udrive Bahrain Collaborate to Redefine the Car Rental Experience
  • UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure announces new standards for non-members of the IG P&I Clubs
  • DC Aviation Al-Futtaim turns 10 this year

Contact Us

For Editorial Opportunities
editor@logisticsgulfnews.com

For Advertising Opportunities
info@logisticsgulfnews.com

AARYA Media FZC LLC
A- 5805-189, Business Club
Ajman Media City.
P.O Box 29127
Phone: +971 4 368 8464
Ajman- United Arab Emirates

  • About Us
  • Advertise
  • Subscription
  • Contact Us

©️ 2021 Logistics Gulf News. All rights reserved

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
    • About Us
  • News
  • Transport
    • Air Cargo
    • Airlines
    • Maritime
    • Rail
    • Road
  • Ports
    • Airports
  • Materials Handling
    • Warehousing
  • Vehicles
    • Automobiles
    • Autonomous
    • Commercial
    • Construction
    • Truck & Fleet
  • E-commerce
  • Technology
    • Blockchain
    • IoT
    • Robotics
    • Telematics
  • Interviews
    • Analyses
    • Opinion
    • Outlook
    • View Point
  • Express Deliveries
  • Freight
  • FM
    • Waste Management
  • Expo 2020
  • Events
    • LILS KSA Summit 2023
    • LILA UAE Awards 2022

©️ 2021 Logistics Gulf News. All rights reserved