The UAE's first passenger train network began in June by connecting Abu Dhabi and Fujairah, with plans to link 11 cities across nearly 900 kilometres of track.
The UAE's first passenger train network, Etihad Rail, began this June by linking Abu Dhabi in the west and Fujairah in the east, according to Condé Nast Traveller.
The network will connect 11 cities across the UAE over nearly 900 kilometres (560 miles) of tracks. It is described as a low-emission alternative to road transport.
The publication reports that the network has the potential to reduce CO2 emissions from the UAE's road sector by up to 21 per cent annually.
Why this matters: The network offers a low-emission alternative to road transport in a country known for high vehicle emissions, with the potential to cut CO2 emissions from the UAE's road sector by up to 21 per cent annually.
What this means for you: Travellers in the UAE can use the new passenger rail link between Abu Dhabi and Fujairah.
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