RIYADH. In a momentous ceremony today, Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud officially inaugurated the Riyadh Metro, marking a transformative milestone in the Kingdom‘s urban transportation infrastructure.
KEY PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS:
> Network Spanning: 176 kilometers
> Total Lines: 6
> Total Stations: 85 (Including 4 iconic stations)
> Global Participation: 19 major companies from 13 countries
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman hailed the project as a testament to visionary leadership, emphasizing it as the culmination of strategic planning and international collaboration. The metro represents more than just a transportation system – it’s a symbol of Saudi Arabia’s ambitious urban development goals.
The project’s origins trace back to comprehensive studies by the Royal Commission for Riyadh City, which meticulously analyzed the capital’s current and future mobility requirements. The result is a state-of-the-art public transport solution designed to enhance residents’ quality of life and align with Vision 2030 objectives.
![riyadh metro launch saudi arabia](http://saudiupdates.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/riyadh-metro.jpg)
![riyadh metro launch saudi arabia](http://saudiupdates.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/riyadh-metro.jpg)
Experts are calling this one of the world’s largest single-phase public transport projects, distinguished by its exceptional design, technological innovation, and sustainable urban mobility approach. The Riyadh Metro is not just infrastructure; it’s a statement of Saudi Arabia’s commitment to progressive, world-class urban development.