Four memorandums of understanding with major railway companies cover areas such as railway operation and maintenance, service facilities, passenger stations and freight transport.
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Etihad Rail has partnership agreements with top international companies to bring cutting edge technology into its operations.
At InnoTrans 2022 in Germany from September 20-23, the operator of the UAE’s national railway network signed four Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with SNCF International, the French national railway company. Alstom, a global leader in the green and smart mobility sector. Progress Rail is owned by Caterpillar, one of the world’s largest integrated suppliers of rail and transportation products and services. The Thales Group, a world leader in advanced technology.
The contract covers key areas such as railway operation and maintenance, service facilities, passenger stations and freight transport.
Ahmed Al Musawa, Executive Director, Passenger Division, Etihad Railways, said: We provide the highest international standards to meet their requirements, support them in achieving their business goals, and drive a sustainable, resilient and cost-effective supply chain. “
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Under the terms of the MoU between Etihad Rail and SNCF International, the parties will cooperate and explore opportunities in various areas of mutual interest. These areas include railroad operations. train maintenance; workshops and training sessions; Design, development and operation of railway projects in the United Arab Emirates. Supply and maintenance of rail vehicles. Mobility and integration solutions between different transport modes. station services and facilities.
Diego Diaz, President of SNCF International, said: SNCF International pays tribute to Etihad Railways’ commitment to ambitious and major rail transport projects. Looking forward to this cooperation. “
The MoU between Etihad Rail and Alstom focuses on the integration of advanced technologies and services in the rail industry.
As part of the MoU, the two companies will cooperate in areas such as: Mobility and integration solutions between different transport modes. Rail performance, system life cycle performance. Etihad Rail and Alstom will also collaborate on first and last mile strategies. Digitization of mobility (implementation of MaaS systems, logical systems/IT architecture, cybersecurity); testing and commissioning, operations and maintenance. vehicle configuration and equipment; development of a learning ecosystem; local industrialization, and other areas of interest.
“We are delighted to be working with Etihad Rail as they build a strong transport ecosystem for the UAE and region. Together we will focus on digitalizing the rail sector, optimizing operations, maintenance and passenger services. In addition, we will support the transition to zero-emission solutions with a focus on green traction, including solutions for innovative and sustainable mobility,” said Alstom’s MENAT Region (Middle East) , North Africa and Turkey), said Mama Sugufala, Managing Director, .
The MoU with Thales will also focus on the digitization of Etihad Rail’s services.
Under the terms of the MoU, the parties will cooperate in various areas such as: European Train Control System (ETSC) Level 3; Driver Advisory System. intelligent traffic operation; asset operations management; real-time passenger flow; data-driven operation control center. video analytics; connectivity and passenger entertainment systems; Reservation and ticketing systems, as well as mobility and integration solutions across different modes of transport.
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said Millar Crawford, executive vice president of Ground Transportation Systems Thales. This new partnership demonstrates the role of a key partner in helping Thales meet the challenges its customers must face around the world. It also proves that Thales’ expertise in the rail sector is highly valued. “
In addition, the MoU with Progress Rail will advance the sustainability of the rail industry by discussing potential opportunities for the development and deployment of autonomous, zero-emission port-to-port concepts that could be the foundation. It is intended to discuss areas of cooperation to support. For future rail operations around the world.
Marty Haycraft, President and CEO of Progress Rail, said: “The fundamental set of technologies we are developing will help railroads around the world on their decarbonization journey.”
Etihad Rail was one of the leading exhibitors at ‘InnoTrans 2022’ and was particularly important among other exhibitors in the rail and transport sector. With a stand covering 1,058 square meters, the company showcased the latest in his development of the UAE National Rail Network. InnoTrans is the leading international trade fair for transport technology and takes place every two years in Berlin.
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