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4/2/25, 9:54 AM Emirati Human Resources Development Council and Keolis MHI enhance national workforce training in transport and technology sec…

Abdulaziz Al Falahi, General Superintendent of Recruitment at EHRDC, said: “The partnership with
Keolis MHI embodies the Council’s commitment to empowering Emirati students by equipping them with the

skills and expertise needed to succeed in the competitive job market”. He also emphasized the Council’s
dedication to providing practical training opportunities in key sectors such as transportation and technology,
ensuring that the next generation of national talent is well-prepared to drive economic growth and support the

UAE’s digital transformation.

Furthermore, H.E. Abdullah Ali bin Zayed Al Falasi highlighted that the partnership with Keolis MHI is a

testament to EHRDC’s goal of empowering national talents through hands-on training and professional
qualification courses. He further underscored that these training programs provide students with numerous

valuable opportunities to perfect their technical and professional skills and empower them to play a pivotal
role in economic development while meeting the evolving requirements of the future job market.

David Franks, Managing Director of Keolis MHI, emphasised the significant role of the collaboration with
EHRDC in attracting, nurturing and developing a vast pool of young Emirati talents. Furthermore, he
reaffirmed the company’s steadfast dedication to promoting an advanced training environment that equips

students with vital technical skills, boosts their competitiveness and prepares them to succeed in the smart
transport sector while contributing to its continuous development.

Amal Abdullatif, Chief People Officer at Keolis MHI, said: “Rail transport’s next generation stands as a
strategic pillar of the future of smart mobility. We are delighted to partner with EHRDC in providing 100
apprenticeship opportunities for Emirati students during our 2025 intake. With 14 students already on board,

we encourage eligible and ambitious candidates to submit their applications.”

The partnership seeks to provide specialised training programs, offering Emirati students practical workplace
experience, giving them a competitive edge in the job market and increasing their employment prospects in
leading technology, transport and infrastructure companies. This initiative highlights EHRDC’s unwavering
dedication to reinforcing collaborations between public and private sectors, while delivering top-notch training

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