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Why metro branding is a game-changer for urban engagement

National Paints’ Samar Sayegh shares how metro branding is redefining urban engagement and turning daily commutes into powerful brand moments.

National Paints’ Sayegh shares how metro branding is redefining urban engagement and turning daily commutes into powerful brand moments.

There’s a quiet revolution happening in the way brands show up in cities – and it’s not on billboards or in pop-up shops. It’s happening through the hum of trains and the rhythm of daily commuters. Transit media, especially metro branding, is emerging as one of the most compelling tools for brands looking to connect with people where they are, as they move.

When we partnered with Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to rename Jebel Ali Metro Station to National Paints Metro Station, we weren’t just aiming for visibility. We saw an opportunity to be part of something more meaningful: the movement of people, the flow of life, and the story of a city that’s always on the


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the authorHiba Faisal
Hiba Faisal is a Junior Reporter at Campaign Middle East, part of Motivate Media Group. She handles coverage on influencer marketing and the luxury industry, and is also tasked with the brand’s social media presence. Alongside her daily reportage, she produces and edits video content for Campaign’s digital platforms — including Reels, interviews, and behind-the-scenes features. She specialises in capturing how brands build emotional connections with their audiences by prioritising relevance and authenticity through co-creation and storytelling.