Oman-UAE railway project set to slash costs and boost speeds

Oman-UAE railway project set to slash costs and boost speeds

The CEO of Asyad Group has announced the commencement of preparations for the highly anticipated railway project linking the Sultanate of Oman and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

The post Oman-UAE railway project set to slash costs and boost speeds appeared first on The Arabian Stories News.Muscat: Engineer Abdul Rahman bin Salem Al Hatmi, CEO of Asyad Group, has unveiled ambitious plans for the upcoming railway project connecting Oman and the UAE. This innovative endeavour, designed with cutting-edge engineering solutions, is set to revolutionize the region’s logistics landscape.

Speaking to the Oman News Agency, Al Hatmi highlighted the project’s key features, including two tunnels spanning 2.5 kilometres each and 36 bridges, some towering at an impressive 34 meters. The railway network is strategically crafted to seamlessly navigate diverse terrains and climate conditions.

The project encompasses essential passenger stations in Sohar and Al Ain, complemented by freight stations in Sohar, Buraimi, and Al Ain. Notably, the train will cover the distance between Sohar and Abu Dhabi in a mere 100 minutes, while the Sohar-Al Ain stretch will be completed in just 47 minutes, spanning 238 kilometres.

Al Hatmi emphasized the railway’s substantial economic advantages. A single freight train can transport over 25,000 tons of cargo