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Sun, 09/21/2014 - 10:35
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U.A.E. Armed Forces pledges commitment to protection of the national rail network

Abu Dhabi (WAM): Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the U.A.E.’s national railway, has signed a major Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the U.A.E.’s Armed Forces. Both parties will work together through close coordination and exchange of information to secure the vital protection of the national rail network. Under the agreement, the U.A.E. Armed Forces will secure protection for Etihad Rail’s facilities and vital installations that fall within the scope of the MoU including stations, terminals, yards and depots. Etihad Rail will provide a link for five key military logistics centres operated by the U.A.E. Armed Forces and the Ministry of Defence. The MoU was signed by Acting CEO, Eng. Faris Saif Al Mazrouei and Major General Staff Pilot, Ishaq Al Blooshi from the U.A.E. Armed Forces. Etihad Rail is currently also finalising another MoU with the U.A.E. Ministry of Interior to protect the rail tracks of Etihad Rail’s national network. This reflects the company’s commitment to working closely with key stakeholders towards the completion of the U.A.E.’s rail network. Eng. Faris Saif Al Mazrouei, Acting CEO, Etihad Rail, commented, "This MoU is a major milestone for the U.A.E.’s national rail project and will ensure the safety and security of our infrastructure. We pay tribute to all those involved in the signing of this MoU and the efforts of the U.A.E.’s Armed Forces to provide protection for national facilities and ensure the security of our nation. " Major General Staff Pilot Ishaq Al Blooshi from the U.A.E. Armed Forces, said, "It is fantastic to see the progress of the Etihad Rail project and we recognise the benefits that this network will bring to our nation. It is our duty to protect and serve the nation’s rail system and today we have pledged our commitment to this." Once fully operational, Etihad Rail will cater to both freight and passengers, spanning approximately 1,200 kilometres across the U.A.E.. The rail network will connect urban and peripheral communities, facilitate trade, open up communication channels and foster economic development across all seven emirates. The network will also form a vital part of the GCC railway network, linking the U.A.E. to Saudi Arabia via Ghweifat in the west and to Oman via Al Ain in the east. – Emirates News Agency, WAM – http://www.wam.ae/en/news/emirates/1395269859738.html

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