Doha, Riyadh and Dubai Metro services are just the start for transport services in the Middle East
Riyadh Metro
Bureau International des Expositions
Riyadh Expo 2030 judges get first look at Metro and meet PIF in Saudi Arabia
BIE officials took a trip on the Riyadh Metro and visited Expo 2030 site in Saudi Arabia
High speed internet
Riyadh’s $22bn Metro offers high-speed internet access
Riyadh Metro passengers will be able to enjoy high-speed internet when it launches
Davos
Saudi Arabia announces $22.5bn Riyadh Metro opening: Reports
Riyadh Metro will be the largest project for public transport networks in the world, the report said
Design consultancy
Maynard Group acquires TDC, the consultancy behind Dubai and Riyadh Metro
Newly created Maynard Design Group’s combined projects will serve over 3.5 billion annual passenger journeys
Dubai Metro
How Gulf gov’ts can unlock $400bn economic boost via sustainable mobility
New research says GCC countries must incentivise environment-friendly and energy-efficient modes of transportation
Bechtel Group
Metro builders said to chase billions over Riyadh transport project
Sources say US-based Bechtel and other international firms are pursuing unpaid bills from Saudi Arabia
Atkins
UK’s Atkins looks to double Riyadh workforce by end-2019
Construction consultancy Atkins says mega projects in Saudi Arabia are driving growth in business
1/JBR
In pictures: Top 10 GCC construction projects due to open in 2019
Riyadh Metro and Dubai Arena are among the anticipated developments set to open in the new year
Arriyadh Development Authority
Riyadh Metro naming rights auction raises $278m
Riyadh Development Authority reports strong interest from commercial organisations for its station naming rights auction
Arriyadh Development Authority
Operations contracts awarded for two lines of $22.5bn Riyadh Metro
Once completed, the six lines of the Riyadh metro will cover a total length of 176 km and 85 metro stations.
Knight Frank
Riyadh Metro set to create new residential hotspots in Saudi capital
Knight Frank says the opening of the $22.5bn transport project is set to help drive real estate demand across the city
Abu Dhabi metro
Video: Which GCC cities will build a mass transit system?
Rapidly-urbanising Middle East countries need to overcome rising levels of traffic congestion and pollution. Rail projects – especially metros and trams – will be essential for carrying large numbers of people over long distances quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively, and enhancing economic growth and mobility. The region recognises the opportunity, with the Middle East spending $200bn on rail by 2030, according to a 2017 industry report.
Alstom
French train builder conducts tests to pilot Riyadh Metro
Alstom says tests are a significant milestone for project which is expected to begin operations in 2019
Abu Dhabi
Opinion: Full speed ahead for GCC’s metro projects
Enhancing global prestige, boosting economic growth and fostering sustainability are key reasons to build metros
2018 Predictions
2018 Predictions: Peter Newman, professor of sustainability, Curtin University
Transport: Rail makes a comeback
Dubai Metro
Cars ‘no longer king’ in Middle East as rails make comeback
People and governments across the region are putting their money into fast trains that can go around, over or under traffic to reduce congestion and save time, according to Curtin University Professor Peter Newman.