MEMCO and United Trans join hands to strengthen Passenger Rail Solutions across Middle East

Abu Dhabi, UAE (Metro Rail Today): In a significant step toward advancing the Middle East’s transport and rail infrastructure, MEMCO Associates India Pvt. Ltd. (MEMCO) has entered into a strategic joint venture with United Trans LLC (UT). The newly formed MEMCO–UT Joint Venture (JV) aims to deliver cutting-edge, sustainable, and customer-focused service solutions for the passenger rail and transport sector across the region.

This partnership combines MEMCO’s 40 years of engineering and operational excellence with UT’s regional expertise and established network, marking a major milestone in MEMCO’s global expansion.

The MEMCO–UT JV will focus on three key areas:

• Developing innovative, cost-effective passenger rail services tailored to the unique needs of the Middle East.

• Providing long-term maintenance, lifecycle management, and technology upgrades aligned with evolving global standards.

• Leveraging UT’s local insights and MEMCO’s technical know-how to explore new opportunities and deliver integrated mobility solutions across the region.

This collaboration builds on MEMCO’s success in India’s rolling stock, defence, and space sectors, extending its technical capabilities to international markets.

Mr. Joshua Rajkumar, CEO and Director, MEMCO, said:

“As MEMCO completes our 40th year and enters our fifth decade, this joint venture marks a defining milestone in our journey. By combining our strengths with UT, we aim to deliver world-class, sustainable, and reliable service solutions that will benefit customers across the Middle East. This partnership is not just a business milestone — it represents MEMCO’s evolution from serving international OEMs in India to bringing that excellence to the global stage.”

Mr. Raed Abu-Hijleh, Managing Director, United Trans, added:

“This partnership with MEMCO reflects our shared commitment to shaping the future of mobility in the Middle East. By blending MEMCO’s proven railway expertise with UT’s regional experience, we will set new benchmarks in operational excellence, innovation, and service reliability. This JV will act as a catalyst for advancing regional connectivity and long-term value creation.”

Offering an expert industry perspective, Mrs. Mamta Shah, MD & CEO of Urban Infra Group and Managing Editor of Metro Rail Today, said:

“The MEMCO–UT partnership is a strong example of cross-border collaboration driving the next phase of railway transformation. It brings together India’s engineering depth and the Middle East’s ambitious mobility vision, fostering a future-ready, sustainable, and integrated rail ecosystem that aligns with global standards.”

MEMCO Associates India Pvt. Ltd. is a leading engineering and technology solutions provider operating in defence, space, and rolling stock sectors. With over four decades of experience, MEMCO delivers end-to-end services across project design, system integration, testing, commissioning, and maintenance for domestic and international clients.

United Trans LLC (UT) is a regional leader in transport and mobility solutions, known for its work on Etihad Rail and Dubai Metro. With a focus on innovation, local talent development, and sustainable growth, UT offers integrated, end-to-end solutions designed to meet the evolving mobility needs of the Middle East.

The MEMCO–UT Joint Venture is expected to play a transformative role in enhancing rail connectivity, operational efficiency, and passenger experience across the Middle East — supporting both nations’ long-term visions for sustainable urban mobility and economic growth.