Bechtel celebrated the inauguration of the Riyadh Metro, Saudi Arabia’s first underground railway project, w ..Read More

Bechtel celebrated the inauguration of the Riyadh Metro, Saudi Arabia’s first underground railway project, which will initially serve 1.2 million daily passengers and ultimately have a capacity of 3.6 million. The project, delivered by the BACS consortium, includes the Blue and Red Lines, covering 63.1 km with 40 stations. The metro aims to increase public transport usage in Riyadh from 2% to 18% by 2030, with sustainability features such as renewable energy powering some stations.
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MATARAT Holding, in collaboration with the National Center for Privatization & PPP, has invited expressions of ..Read More

MATARAT Holding, in collaboration with the National Center for Privatization & PPP, has invited expressions of interest for the new Taif International Airport project. The airport, set to open by 2030, will have an initial capacity of 2.5 million passengers and will include new runways, terminals, and facilities. The project aligns with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and aims to enhance the Kingdom's aviation and logistics sectors. It will be awarded under a Build-Transfer-Operate (BTO) model with a 30-year contract duration.
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His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud inaugurated the Riyadh Metro network, a 176-kilometer fully-auto ..Read More

His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud inaugurated the Riyadh Metro network, a 176-kilometer fully-automated system with 6 lines, aimed at improving urban mobility in line with Vision 2030. Webuild Group contributed to the project, including the longest metro line and the Qasr Al Hokm Downtown Metro Station, a symbol of modernity blending with tradition. Webuild, with a long presence in Saudi Arabia, is also involved in major projects like NEOM and water infrastructure initiatives in the region.
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The King Abdullah Financial District Development & Management Company (KAFD DMC) has signed an agreement with ..Read More

The King Abdullah Financial District Development & Management Company (KAFD DMC) has signed an agreement with CRRC and Hassan Allam Construction Saudi to launch a 3.6-kilometer, driverless Monorail in Riyadh. The system, with six trains and stations, will connect KAFD's offices, retail, and leisure spaces, integrating with the Riyadh Metro. Designed for 3,500 passengers per hour, the Monorail supports KAFD’s "10-Minute City" vision and sets a new standard for sustainable urban mobility.
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Parsons Corporation Secures $25 Million in Contracts for Design Engineering from a Middle East Transportation ..Read More

Parsons Corporation Secures $25 Million in Contracts for Design Engineering from a Middle East Transportation Client, Expanding on $90 Million in Awards Over 9 Months. The Projects Focus on Urban Mobility Enhancements, Capacity Upgrades, and Sustainable Transportation Solutions.
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Hafeet Rail Partners with Progress Rail, a Caterpillar Company, to Supply 27 Advanced EMD SD70ACS Locomotives ..Read More

Hafeet Rail Partners with Progress Rail, a Caterpillar Company, to Supply 27 Advanced EMD SD70ACS Locomotives for UAE-Oman Rail Network, Enhancing Regional Freight Connectivity with High-Powered, Eco-Friendly Fleet Unveiled at Global Rail 2024.
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Hafeet Rail Appoints SYSTRA as Administrative and Engineering Consultant for UAE-Oman Rail Network, Ensuring C ..Read More

Hafeet Rail Appoints SYSTRA as Administrative and Engineering Consultant for UAE-Oman Rail Network, Ensuring Compliance, Safety, and Project Excellence; Follows Recent Civil and Systems Contracts with Trojan-Galfar Alliance and Siemens-HAC JV
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