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United Arab Emirates Begins New Era of Rail Tourism Connectivity as First Passenger Train Service Rolls Out Between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah with Plans for Dubai and Sharjah Expansion

Wednesday, June 24, 2026

The United Arab Emirates has entered a new era of rail-based tourism connectivity as its first passenger train service begins operations between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah, driven by a national push to strengthen sustainable transport, improve inter-emirate accessibility, and expand tourism mobility across key destinations.

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United Arab Emirates Begins New Era of Rail Tourism Connectivity as First Passenger Train Service Rolls Out Between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah with Plans for Dubai and Sharjah Expansion

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