Keolis MHI marks Emirati Women’s Month with Dubai rail sector event

Keolis MHI, the operator of Dubai Metro and Dubai Tram, held a celebration on Aug. 27 at Al Shindagha Museum Visitor Centre to recognize Emirati women’s growing leadership across the rail sector. The event spotlighted career progression, with more than 42 Emirati women advancing into technical, operational and managerial roles since operations began.

Why it matters: - Keolis MHI said Emirati women are increasingly shaping service quality, operations and innovation across Dubai’s rail network. - The event highlighted Emiratisation and gender equality in a sector where technical skill, safety and operational performance affect daily service. - Keolis MHI said the progress of Emirati women is tied to broader workplace development and national talent growth.

What happened: - Keolis MHI hosted a special Emirati Women’s Month event on Aug. 27 at the Al Shindagha Museum Visitor Centre in Dubai. - The company operates Dubai Metro and Dubai Tram. - The gathering honored female national talent and marked Emirati Women’s Month under the 2026 theme, “We Emerge Stronger and Better.” - The program included interactive activities, corporate video screenings, a tribute video and a panel discussion featuring local success stories within the organization. - Participants ended the event with a guided cultural tour of Al Shandiqa museum and group photographs.

The details: - Emirati Women’s Day is traditionally observed on Aug. 28. - In 2026, the observance expanded into a month-long national celebration announced by Her Highness Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak. - Shalini Taneja, Deputy Director, Human Resources at Keolis MHI, opened the event with remarks focused on the national theme. - Taneja said Emirati women bring valuable perspectives, capabilities and leadership to the organization. - Taneja said more than 42 Emirati women have moved into new technical, operational and managerial roles since Keolis MHI took over operations. - Keolis MHI said Emirati women are contributing across engineering, operations, asset management and leadership. - Keolis MHI said 56% of its Emirati workforce are women. - Keolis MHI said Emirati women hold 21% of senior leadership positions. - The company said those advances show a path from participation and skills development to career progression and leadership.

Between the lines: - The event was as much about workforce development as celebration, using culture and storytelling to reinforce internal progression. - The leadership figures suggest Emirati women are not only entering the rail workforce but are moving into decision-making roles. - The emphasis on local success stories points to a broader effort to make national talent visible inside a highly technical industry.

What’s next: - Keolis MHI is likely to keep building its Emirati talent pipeline as part of its operations and leadership strategy. - The company’s focus on women’s advancement suggests future hiring, training and promotion efforts will remain central to its Emiratisation approach. - Emirati Women’s Month will continue to provide a platform for similar recognition across the UAE.