HyperloopTT announces construction start for Abu Dhabi’s commercial system
HyperloopTT and design consultant Dar Al-Handasah will begin construction of the first commercial hyperloop system in Abu Dhabi in Q3 2019.
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HyperloopTT and design consultant Dar Al-Handasah will begin construction of the first commercial hyperloop system in Abu Dhabi in Q3 2019.
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