Gridlocked Riyadh finally launches 85-station metro system
Riyadh Metro inaugurated three of its six lines on Sunday, a milestone for the city’s infrastructure which provides residents and visitors with a long-anticipated public transit option in an otherwise car-dependent city suffering worsening gridlock.
Asharq Al-Awsat Tours Riyadh Metro on First Day of its Launch
Big achievements take time,” remarked university student Ahmed Al-Omari quoting a Saudi proverb as the Riyadh Metro officially began operations, opening three lines to passengers on Sunday morning. This long-anticipated mega-project is a significant milestone in advancing infrastructure to meet the needs of Riyadh’s rapidly growing population.
Riyadh launches new metro built partly by Samsung C&T
Riyadh's new unmanned metro service, partly designed and built by Samsung C&T, began operations on Sunday. The network includes six lines and spans a total of 176 kilometers of track. The Korean construction giant described the project as "the largest of its kind in the world.
Saudi Arabia Launches Riyadh Metro With Six Lines and Affordable Fares
Riyadh Metro opens with six lines, 176km network, and fares from SR4 to SR350. Tickets available via Darb app with seamless travel options.
Saudi Arabia launches the first phase of the Riyadh Metro project
Saudi Arabia opens the first operational phase of the Riyadh Metro, with three lines available to the public from December 1. The major project is intended to help shift the car-centric kingdom to public transport.
First Phase Of Riyadh Metro Opens In Saudi Arabia To Boost Public Transport
Riyadh: The first phase of Riyadh Metro was launched, which marks a significant step to reshape the Saudi capital's public transport landscape. According to the Saudi Press Agency
Riyadh Metro Partially Opens in Bid to Ease City’s Traffic Jams
Saudi Arabia opened parts of Riyadh’s long-awaited metro system as the kingdom pushes ahead with plans to modernize the ...
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Geometric perforations illuminate Saudi metro station by Zaha Hadid Architects
UK studio Zaha Hadid Architects has completed the King Abdullah Financial District Metro Station along the Riyadh Metro ...
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ZHA's magic gets Riyadh Metro off to a flying start
Zaha Hadid Architects’ King Abdullah Financial District station, one of the icons of Riyadh’s transformative metro project, ...
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Saudi Arabia opens world's longest driverless transit system
Since Saudi Arabia is aiming to transform its country into a futuristic tourist paradise with projects like the Line and ...
World's longest driverless metro with 109-mile-connectivity opens in Riyadh
The King Abdullah Financial District Metro Station, designed by Zaha Hadid Architects, features an undulating lattice facade.
Parsons announces inauguration for Riyadh Metro
Parsons (PSN) announced that the official inauguration took place on November 27 for the $27B Riyadh Metro. Parsons is one of three consultants ...
$22 Billion Saudi Metro Megaproject Opens
According to reports, the system cost $22.5 billion.
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Riyadh Metro now open: Ticket prices, routes, key dates revealed
The Metro offers standard and First Class tickets, with prices ranging between SR4 ($1.1) and SR350 ($93.2) depending on the ...
Riyadh Metro Successfully Delivered by Parsons-Led Joint Venture
Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN), announced today that the official inauguration took place on 27 November 2024 for the $27 billion Riyadh Metro. Parsons is one of three consultants working as part of ...