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2012 outlook for Abu Dhabi transport
The preliminary design for an Abu Dhabi metro and downtown light-rail transit (LRT) that will travel at a maximum speed of 100kph is planned for a summer 2012 unveiling. Construction on the 266-kilometre first stage of the Etihad Rail network between Habshan and Ruwais is to begin early in 2012
Etihad Railway plans for shifting sands
When construction begins on the first leg of the 1,200-kilometre Etihad railway, months of work will already have gone into research to conquer the one thing that can stop an Arabian train in its tracks: sand. Engineers can carve tunnels through mountains but the fight against sand is fought on shifting battle lines.
Etihad Rail heads for stage two
Etihad Rail will start the contracting process for the second and largest stage of the Dh40 billion (US$10.89bn) national rail system in the next few weeks, the company’s top executive said yesterday. Last month, Etihad Rail signed a Dh3.3bn deal with a consortium led by Saipem, Tecnimont and the UAE’s Dodsal Engineering and Construction.
Building of Abu Dhabi airport terminal to start ‘next year’
Work on the immense Midfield Terminal Building, part of a Dh25 billion (US$6.08bn) to Dh27bn redevelopment and expansion plan for the airport, is expected to start in the second quarter of next year, Abu Dhabi Airports Company (Adac) said yesterday.
Seychelles partnership on the map
“With Abu Dhabi Urban Vision 2030 becoming a catalyst for how cities can be sustainable and better aesthetically developed, we are confident that today’s agreement will further provide opportunities for both governments to establish sustainable developments for future generations to come,” said Falah Mohamed Al Ahbabi
Dh30bn investment in parks, playgrounds planned for three cities
Three communities will have new parks, playgrounds and landscaped areas as part of a Dh30 billion investment. Mohammed bin Zayed City and Khalifa cities A and B will have new kerbs and pavements, street lights and greenery added over the next 10 years.
Theyab Awana dies in car accident near Abu Dhabi
Theyab Awana, the talented 21-year-old UAE footballer who became an overnight internet sensation following a back-heeled penalty, died last night after being involved in a car accident. The Baniyas winger was training with the UAE’s 2014 World Cup squad in Al Ain ahead of the team’s qualifier with South Korea on October 11.
Desert-smart towers carry their own sunscreen
Designed by the engineering firm Arup and architects from the London studio of Aedas, the international practice responsible for Dubai’s metro stations and Abu Dhabi’s Manarat Al Saadiyat, the building manages to draw deeply on Islamic geometry and heritage for its inspiration while remaining modern and avoiding mimicry or pastiche.
Growth warning over turmoil in markets
Global market volatility and a sharp drop in the price of oil may challenge Abu Dhabi’s long-term economic growth plans, a leading government official has warned.
Non-oil drove Abu Dhabi’s GDP growth last year
Non-oil activity was the biggest driver of Abu Dhabi’s GDP last year despite rising oil output, signalling the emirate’s mission to diversify its economy is bearing fruit.
