The 150km Abu Dhabi to Dubai high-speed rail project is part of the UAE’s strategic national rail network being developed by Etihad Rail. It aims to establish a fast, electric-powered passenger train link between the country’s two largest cities, with dramatically reduced travel times and enhanced connectivity across the region’s transport network.

In association with Dubai-based asset management consultants, Contrax, Direx Solutions provided tender support to Hitachi of Japan relating to the supply of rolling stock for the project. Our role included the development of two of the technical deliverables – operations and maintenance (O&M) and asset management plans – to support Hitachi’s broader design and build (D&B) tender submission.

The high-speed train will enable individuals to travel between Abu Dhabi and Dubai in just 30 minutes, reaching speeds of up to 350 km/h. The project marks a major step in the development of high-capacity rail transport in the region and is scheduled to become operational in 2030.