Middle East Rail & Saudi Rail

[Project Success] 🚇The Greater Cairo Metro Line 3, Phase 3 is officially OPEN! The new line extends from Attaba to Rod El Farag Axis, passing through the heart of Cairo. Covering 17.7 km, with 15 state-of-the-art stations, this line is set to revolutionize daily commutes, offering a modern, efficient, and reliable transportation solution for over 1.5 million people. 🌍 The sustainability benefits are immense! The new line will significantly improve air quality, reduce gas emissions, and decrease noise pollution, delivering a cleaner and healthier environment for the residents of Cairo. Additionally, by connecting socially disadvantaged districts to the city center and business hubs, we are fostering greater inclusivity and increasing job opportunities. 🎉As we celebrate this milestone, we are inspired to continue pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in urban mobility, utilizing our commitment to excellence to transform cities and enhance the quality of life for millions. Find out more: https://lnkd.in/dFk8X3Cu #UrbanMobility #SustainableCities #Egis #Innovation #Infrastructure

I am so pleased and proud that the #Kuwaiti-#Saudi Railway Project is underway to launch its initial design, as it is set to revolutionize regional connectivity and economic integration. With approval from the Project Management Committee, this high-speed rail link promises to enhance both economic and social ties between the two Gulf nations. The feasibility study covered various aspects, including financial, economic, technical, and social factors. This comprehensive analysis ensures that the project is viable and beneficial for both countries. The railway will span approximately 500 kilometers, starting from the Shaddadiyah area in Kuwait and extending to Riyadh in Saudi Arabia. With high-speed capabilities, the journey is expected to take just one hour and 40 minutes, making it a fast and efficient mode of transport for the 3,300 passengers it aims to serve daily. According to the project plan, it is expected to be completed within four years. It is part of a series of Kuwaiti-Saudi projects aimed at economic integration and strengthening historical relations between the two countries.

RIYADH METRO LINE 7-TENDER RESULT IMMINENT According to MEED (Middle East Business Intelligence), the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) is expected to announce the tender winner for designing and building the next phase of the Riyadh Metro project very soon. MEED previously reported that contractors have formed teams to bid for the project. The consortia, each of which contains a rolling stock supplier, include: 1- Alstom (France), Freysinnet Contracting (local), WeBuild (Italy), FCC (Spain), Nesma (local) 2- Siemens Germany), Samsung C T (South Korea), Acciona (Spain), Alayuni (local) 3- Hitachi Rail (Japan), Daewoo (South Korea), Hyundai E&C (South Korea), Gulermak (Turkiye), Albawani (local) Spanish consulting firms Typsa, Ayesa and US-based Aecom are the design consultants for the Alstom-led consortium. Spain-headquartered Idom, South Korea’s Dowha and Switzerland’s Pini are the designers for the Siemens-led team. US-based Jacobs is the design consultant for the Hitachi Rail-led group. RCRC first issued the request for prequalification notice in October. The initial deadline was 16 October. Line 7 will be executed in 2 phases. The first phase includes constructing a metro line linking Qiddiya Entertainment City, King Abdullah International Gardens, King Salman Park, Misk City, and Diriyah Gate. The line will be about 65 km long, 47 km underground and 19km elevated. It will have 19 stations. Fourteen stations will be built underground and five overground. Phase 2 of Line 7 will connect Diriyah Gate with New Murabba and King Khaled International Airport. In June 2020, a joint venture led by French consultancy firm Systra won the preliminary design contract for the second phase of Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Metro. NOTES- Riyadh Metro is one of the world’s largest public transport network projects. The scheme’s first phase features six lines with 84 stations. Construction activity on the project slowed in recent years due to disputes over prolongation and the disruption caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. RCRC awarded the main construction packages for the scheme on 28 July 2013. The Fast consortium won lines 4, 5 and 6, reportedly valued at $7.82bn. The Bacs consortium was awarded lines 1 and 2 for $9.45bn, while Arriyadh New Mobility secured Line 3 for $5.21bn. US firm Bechtel leads the Bacs consortium. Italian firm Ansaldo STS leads the Arriyadh New Mobility group, and Spanish firm FCC Construccion heads the Fast consortium. AtkinsRealis has delivered programme management and supervision services for the operations and maintenance of the Riyadh Metro scheme. Source: MEED 🗞 RESULTS TO FOLLOW..... 🌟 Want to be Kept in the Loop? Join our ACTIVE RAIL GROUPS here on LinkedIn: On Track- Railway Construction, Bridges, Viaducts & Tunnels 🚉 https://lnkd.in/dhkSJd-w 🚈 Middle East & Africa RAIL https://lnkd.in/eqt6ZekM www.railmea.com ✅ If you find value, Like, Re-post and Follow me for more

Transforming Saudi Logistics: The Groundbreaking Railway Project Driving Vision 2030 The Saudi Railways Project represents a strategic milestone in enhancing the country's logistics #infrastructure, playing a crucial role in the Vision 2030 initiative. This colossal project aims to interconnect ports, economic zones, and airports, thereby improving the flow of goods and reducing logistical costs. 🔆 Project Details: 🔸 The Saudi Landbridge Project: One of the most significant railway projects in the Kingdom, it connects the Red Sea ports in Western Saudi Arabia (#Jeddah Port, King Abdullah Economic City, Yanbu) with the Arabian Gulf ports in Eastern Saudi Arabia (#Dammam Port, Ras Al-Khair), passing through #Riyadh. This landbridge spans five ports, three airports, and fourteen logistic centers, including seven dry ports. 🔆 Project Components: 🔸 New Railway Lines: 1,500 kilometers. 🔸 Upgrading Existing Lines: 678 kilometers. 🔆 Cost: The total cost of the Landbridge Project is estimated at approximately $26.61 billion (100 billion Saudi Riyals). 🔆 Design and Financing: The project design was developed by a European-American consortium, including Italferr (#Italy), Sener (#Spain), and Hill International (#USA). Funding is being pursued through multiple sources, including local alternatives, to ensure flexibility in execution. Additionally, a #Chinese consortium led by China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) is interested in implementing and financing the project, providing broader options for optimal execution. 🔆 Project Benefits: 🔸 Enhancing the Flow of Goods: The railway connection will improve the flow of goods between ports, economic zones, and airports, reducing transportation times and increasing logistical efficiency. 🔸 Reducing Logistical Costs: By decreasing #transportation time and improving operational efficiency, the project helps lower logistical costs, boosting the Kingdom’s global competitiveness. 🔸 Promoting Economic Integration: The project links five ports, fourteen logistic centers, and three airports, fostering economic integration and increasing inter-regional trade. 🔸 Supporting Industrial and Agricultural Growth: The project is expected to bolster growth in the industrial and agricultural sectors by improving transportation networks and facilitating access to raw materials and finished products. 🔸 Increasing Transit Traffic: The efficient connection between ports will enable the Kingdom to increase transit traffic, enhancing its position as a global logistics hub. 🔆 Importance to Vision 2030: The Saudi Railways Project and the Landbridge form the cornerstone of developing the Kingdom’s logistics infrastructure, significantly contributing to Vision 2030. This project aims to elevate Saudi Arabia's status as a logistics hub connecting East and West and to enhance its capacity for sustainable economic growth.

The King Abdulaziz Project for Riyadh Public Transport and will consist of six metro lines spanning a total length of 176 kilometres (109 mi), with 84 stations, 80 bus routes, 2,860 bus stops and 842 buses. The Riyadh Metro is a rapid transit system under construction in Riyadh, the capital city of Saudi Arabia. The metro network will cover most of the densely populated areas, public facilities, and the educational, commercial, and medical institutions. Also, the network will be connected to King Khalid International Airport and King Abdullah Financial District, the main universities, downtown Riyadh, and the public transport center. The six lines are: Blue line: Axis of Al-Olaya – Al-Batha – Al-Hayer roads, with a total length of 38 km. Red line: Axis of King Abdullah Road, with a total length of 25.3 km. Orange line: Axis of Al-Madinah Al-Munawarah Road – Prince Saad Bin Abdurrahman I Road, with a total length of 40.7 km. Yellow line: Axis of King Khalid International Airport Road, with a total length of 29.6 km. Green line: Axis of King Abdulaziz Road, with a total length of 12.9 km. Purple line: Axis of Abdurrahman Bin Awf Road – Sheikh Hassan Bin Hussain Bin Ali Road, with a total length of 30 km. The Riyadh metro stations are designed according to a unified architectural pattern to give the project a unique identity. Intended to provide the passengers with safety and comfort, all stations will be air-conditioned, equipped with passenger information systems and provide internet access. Select stations will offer shops and car parks.

The Project Management Committee between Kuwait and Saudi Arabia has approved the feasibility study results for the railway link project. Preparations are currently underway to launch the “initial design” phase, with international companies invited to participate. The project is set to begin in 2026. #railways #railinfrastructure Sean | Oliver | Jessica

Saudi Rail Diamond Sponsor Alstom, a global leader in green and smart mobility solutions, recently opened its regional headquarters in Riyadh. This step underscores Alstom’s commitment to advancing sustainable mobility and its long-standing role in shaping the region’s railway development. #sustainability #railways

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) to launch $15 billion high-speed regional railway by 2030. The project, involving 33 stakeholders aims to transform transportation and economic integration across the gulf states.

The Saudi Landbridge is a railway line currently under development by the Saudi Railway Company (SAR), which has a length of 950 km (863 miles). The Landbridge Line has been planned to link Jeddah on the Red Sea coast with Riyadh, where it would link up with both the North-South Railway and the lines to Dammam. For freight, the railway will connect Jeddah on the Red Sea coast with the Saudi Arabian capital Riyadh, as the existing 450 km line between Riyadh and Dammam will be upgraded, and a second 115 km new line is planned to connect Dammam with Jubail.

🚆 GULF RAILWAY - GCC to launch High-Speed Regional Railway by 2030 The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has announced the launch of a groundbreaking regional railway network that will start operations by December 2030. The Gulf Railway, also known as the GCC Railway, is a new 2,117km railway system that connects all six Gulf Cooperation Council member states in Eastern Arabia. Construction is to get underway, giving Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain their first Rail Lines. Each of the six GCC member states is responsible for implementing the portion of the project within its territory and will construct its own railway lines and branches, stations, and freight terminals. The six countries will share the cost in proportion to the length of each country's rail network. As a result, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia will spend the most on the project, followed by Oman, Qatar, Kuwait, and Bahrain. The GCC Rail is materializing, and significant progress has been made in recent months across the regional railway development sector. Rail projects are becoming investible again as GCC economies seek to unlock a new phase of urban development. Over the past year, improved oil receipts and market fundamentals have supported infrastructure development. The project is estimated to cost US$250 billion. The railway network is expected to enhance GCC connectivity and create economic collaboration and trade opportunities. The number of passengers using the GCC Railway is expected to reach 8 million annually by 2050. MORE TO FOLLOW........................................KEEP IN THE LOOP............... ▶ SIGN UP TO WWW.RAILMEA.COM to follow developments & join our Rail Groups here on LINKEDIN 🚆 Middle East & Africa Rail Group https://lnkd.in/eqt6ZekM 🚉 ON TRACK - RAIL CONSTRUCTION, BRIDGES, VIADUCTS & TUNNELS https://lnkd.in/dhkSJd-w ✅ If you find value, Like, Re-post and Follow me for more