In a landmark move to enhance regional trade connectivity, Abu Dhabi’s Noatum Logistics and Hafeet Rail have inked a preliminary agreement to launch a daily freight rail service between Sohar, Oman, and Abu Dhabi, UAE. The announcement was made at the Global Rail 2025 exhibition in Abu Dhabi, signaling a major advancement in cross-border logistics infrastructure. The service will operate seven container trains weekly, each with a capacity of 276 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units), translating to an annual throughput of 193,200 TEUs. Dedicated trains will accommodate 20-foot, 40-foot, and 45-foot containers, catering to a diverse range of goods, including general cargo, manufactured products, food items, pharmaceuticals, and agrifoods. Samir Chaturvedi, CEO of Noatum Logistics, emphasized the strategic significance of the initiative, stating, ‘By linking two of the region’s most vital hubs via rail for the first time, we are offering a cost-effective, scalable, and sustainable transport solution.’ Rail transport is recognized for its predictability, efficiency, and lower carbon emissions compared to road transport, making it an ideal choice for bulk cargo over medium to long distances. This new service builds on Noatum Logistics’ existing rail shuttle between Khalifa Port and Fujairah Terminals, launched in 2024. The collaboration underscores the UAE and Oman’s commitment to fostering economic integration and sustainable development in the region.
New UAE-Oman freight trains: Abu Dhabi firm, Hafeet Rail to launch daily service
