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Egypt Secures $345 Million For Electric Railway Project
The ambitious new project will link Ain Sokhna on the Red Sea to Marsa Matrouh and Alexandria on the Mediterranean.

Over the past few years, Egypt has been investing in multiple road, river, and rail projects in a bid to reduce its environmental impact. The Islamic Development Bank recently approved $344.5 million of funding to finance Phase I of the Electric Express Train Project. The massive civil engineering construction will benefit 25 million people annually and decrease CO2 emissions by approximately 250,000 tons per year.
According to a press release, Ain Sokhna on the Red Sea, Marsa Matrouh and Alexandria on the Mediterranean will be linked by a 660 km track.
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“The transformative projects approved in this board meeting will have a significant impact on improving transportation, education, and energy, as well as promoting regional economic integration and addressing emergencies,” says Muhammad Al-Jasser, president and board chairman of IsDB.
The electric train will connect all of Egypt’s governorates and comprise three lines, each with 60 stations and a total of 2,000 km of track. The first line will stop at 22 locations from Ain Sukhna to Hadayek October, Alexandria, El Alamein, and Marsa Matrouh.
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Yango Ride Expands Corporate Transport Service In Abu Dhabi
Known as Yango Rides for Business, the solution aims to simplify business travel management for companies operating across Emirates.

Yango Ride, a global ride-hailing service under the Yango Group, has extended its corporate transport solution, Yango Rides for Business, to Abu Dhabi. Initially launched in Dubai in 2024, the company is now expanding in a bid to simplify business travel for companies operating between both Emirates.
Yango Rides for Business offers a streamlined way to handle employee transportation through a single platform. Instead of dealing with the hassle of prepayments or reimbursement claims, businesses will be able to consolidate all ride expenses under a single corporate account that’s billed monthly. The setup makes it easier to track spending while ensuring expenses remain fully tax-deductible.
A key advantage of the service is its flexibility, allowing managers to set ride permissions and budget limits for employees and clients. Businesses can tailor transport solutions based on team needs — whether for daily commutes or specific travel requirements. Additionally, a dedicated account management system provides real-time analytics, enabling firms to monitor usage patterns and optimize costs.
Islam Abdul Karim, Regional Head of Yango Middle East, highlighted the importance of this expansion, explaining: “Abu Dhabi’s 4.5% economic growth in Q3 2024 reflects a thriving business environment where seamless mobility is essential for productivity. Yango Rides for Business simplifies corporate transportation, reducing administrative tasks and optimizing costs. By providing a centralized solution, we help companies ensure smooth employee travel experiences, supporting efficiency and growth in this dynamic market”.
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Meanwhile, Ivan Kaplunovich, Head of Yango Rides for Business, emphasized the benefits of the service, adding: “Today’s businesses need to balance cost efficiency with flexibility in a fast-changing environment. Yango Rides for Business gives companies a seamless way to manage corporate transportation — from controlling expenses and booking rides to simplifying billing and generating custom reports. With this level of flexibility, businesses can stay focused on growth, innovation, and delivering value”.
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