The inaugural UAE – France Rail & Mobility Days, a three-day event hosted in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, successfully concluded, making a significant impact on the transportation and mobility landscape in the UAE. This exceptional platform brought together a diverse array of public and private entities, UAE and French industry leaders, and mobility experts who delved into a myriad of initiatives, the latest trends in mobility, and ongoing projects reshaping the way people move.

Running from October 24th to 26th, the event featured an important lineup of organizations and leaders within the mobility industry, sparking meaningful discussions on the evolution of mobility solutions in the region. A delegation of 16 esteemed French companies introduced an array of advanced solutions aimed at enhancing sustainability, efficiency, and innovation in the mobility experiences of the country’s residents and visitors. These solutions ranged from high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signaling, digital mobility, passenger information systems, seating, and innovative training simulators.

Axel Baroux, Managing Director of Business France Middle East, commented, “The UAE – France Rail & Mobility Days epitomizes the strong bilateral ties between our nations and our shared commitment to sustainable, innovative, and efficient transportation solutions. The exchange of knowledge, ideas, and the creation of partnerships during this event will undoubtedly contribute to the future of transportation in the UAE. As a leader in smart mobility, France has consistently demonstrated excellence in building and operating efficient and sustainable transportation systems, including rail, metro, and tram networks within the UAE.”