This agreement is set to enhance coordinated execution of infrastructure projects
Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the UAE’s national railway network, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Abu Dhabi Projects and Infrastructure Center (ADPIC) at the Abu Dhabi Infrastructure Summit (ADIS) 2025.
This agreement is set to enhance strategic alignment, effective planning, and coordinated execution of infrastructure projects, thereby supporting Abu Dhabi’s broader development objectives.
The MoU was witnessed by Mohammed Ali Al Shorafa, Chairman, Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport, and signed by Shadi Malak, CEO, Etihad Rail, and Maysarah Mahmoud Eid, Director General, ADPIC.
The collaboration will focus on several key areas, including knowledge exchange for studies, designs, engineering plans, and development strategies related to Etihad Rail’s projects. Under the terms of the MoU, both parties will work to identify potential areas to integrate infrastructure projects, ensuring alignment with Abu Dhabi’s five-year capital projects plan.
Shared ambition
“This MoU reflects a shared ambition to deliver integrated, future-ready infrastructure that supports Abu Dhabi’s emergence as a globally competitive, connected, and sustainable capital,” stated Shadi Malak.
“This strategic partnership with Etihad Rail exemplifies ADPIC’s commitment to unified and optimized capital project delivery across Abu Dhabi. By aligning our infrastructure planning and governance frameworks, we’re ensuring every project contributes meaningfully to national priorities while enhancing budget efficiency,” commented Maysarah Mahmoud Eid..
By leveraging collective expertise and fostering private sector engagement, both entities aim to create a resilient and future-ready infrastructure that will serve as a cornerstone for Abu Dhabi’s continued development and stands as a testament to the UAE’s vision of becoming a leading hub for advanced infrastructure and seamless connectivity, a press statement concluded.
