Dubai will host the International Railway Safety Conference in 2017. According to national news agency WAM, it’s the first time that the event will be held in the MENA region, where the rail industry is rapidly growing. Taking place over five days, the conference offers a platform for experts from around the world to share knowledge and best practices, and is run on a not-for-profit basis. The announcement was made by the International Railway Safety Council.
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