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Etihad Rail Plans 30 Minute Dubai To Abu Dhabi Train Link

The groundbreaking 350 km/h high-speed service will seamlessly connect the two Emirates while stopping at key tourist destinations.

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4 months ago

January 24, 2025

Nour Nasir

etihad rail plans 30 minute dubai to abu dhabi train link

Dubai Media Office

A new high-speed rail project connecting Dubai and Abu Dhabi is in the works, according to an announcement from the Abu Dhabi Media Office. Led by Etihad Rail, the planned line will allow passengers to travel between the two Emirates in just 30 minutes, reaching speeds exceeding 350 km/h.

The project was officially unveiled in the presence of prominent UAE leaders, including His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, and His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai.

With the blessing of H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates, H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed, and H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid witnessed the announcement of the high-speed rail project that will link Abu Dhabi and… pic.twitter.com/1iCbiHifyC

— Etihad Rail (@Etihad_Rail) January 23, 2025

The Abu Dhabi Media Office revealed that the rail project is expected to inject over AED 145 billion into the UAE’s GDP while linking strategic destinations and tourist attractions. Beyond economic growth, the initiative is aligned with the country’s Net Zero 2050 Strategy, as the high-speed trains will offer a more environmentally sustainable travel option for people who would otherwise have chosen to fly.

His Highness Sheikh Khaled praised the development, emphasizing its far-reaching impact. “The project unlocks new horizons for comprehensive development by advancing national transportation and infrastructure and ensuring a sustainable future for current and future generations,” he said.

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In addition to Etihad Rail’s high-speed rail system, UAE leaders also reviewed plans for the country’s first passenger train network. These passenger trains will reach speeds of up to 200 km/h and serve four initial stations: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, and Fujairah. Each station will include business-class lounges, modern amenities, and connections to local transit systems, ensuring a smooth and convenient travel experience for commuters.

The visionary projects not only strengthen the UAE’s transportation infrastructure but also reflect the nation’s commitment to sustainability and innovation, making inter-Emirate travel faster and more accessible than ever.

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HUMAIN & NVIDIA Partner To Build Saudi AI Factories Of The Future

In a push to position the Kingdom as a global AI hub, the partnership will co-develop next-gen AI infrastructure, digital twins, and workforce training.

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2 days ago

May 14, 2025

Nour Nasir

humain and nvidia partner to build saudi ai factories of the future

HUMAIN, the AI-focused subsidiary of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, has announced a strategic partnership with NVIDIA to build the infrastructure powering Saudi Arabia’s next industrial revolution: AI factories capable of driving massive-scale innovation and digital transformation.

The partnership reflects HUMAIN’s plans to turn the Kingdom into a global AI powerhouse by building new infrastructure, real-world applications, and investing in talent. Through the alliance, HUMAIN and NVIDIA will construct hyperscale AI data centers, digital twins, and launch national upskilling programs.

At the heart of the partnership is HUMAIN’s plan to deploy AI factories with a capacity of up to 500 megawatts, fueled by hundreds of thousands of NVIDIA GPUs over the next five years. Phase one includes the installation of 18,000 NVIDIA GB300 Grace Blackwell superchips and InfiniBand networking, creating one of the world’s most powerful AI supercomputing environments.

These centers will provide the scale and security needed to support innovation across Saudi Arabia’s industries — from energy and logistics to healthcare and finance.

“AI, like electricity and the internet, is essential infrastructure for every nation,” said Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of NVIDIA. “Together with HUMAIN, we are building AI infrastructure for the people and companies of Saudi Arabia to realize the bold vision of the Kingdom”.

HUMAIN will also leverage NVIDIA Omniverse to drive the next phase of industrial transformation — physical AI. By simulating and optimizing complex environments in digital twin form, sectors like manufacturing, utilities, and logistics can operate more efficiently, safely, and sustainably.

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“Our partnership with NVIDIA is a bold step forward in realizing the Kingdom’s ambitions to lead in AI and advanced digital infrastructure,” said Tareq Amin, CEO of HUMAIN. “Together, we are building the capacity, capability, and a new globally enabled community to shape a future powered by intelligent technology and empowered people”.

In tandem with infrastructure development, HUMAIN and NVIDIA will also launch large-scale AI education and training initiatives, designed to upskill thousands of Saudi professionals in advanced AI, robotics, and digital twin technologies.

These efforts will contribute to building a self-sustaining AI ecosystem and support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 ambitions for economic diversification and digital leadership.