Riyadh Metro Network Expansion: A SAR 722 Million Contract Paves the Way for a New Era in Urban Mobility

Riyadh Metro Network Expansion

In a significant step towards updating and expanding the Public Transportation infrastructure, the Saudi  Real Estate Company announced signing a contract valued at SAR 722 million ($192,533,333) with the Diriyah Gate Development Authority. This agreement entrusts one of its subsidiaries with excavating three main metro stations – Central, South, and East – and overseeing related infrastructure works.

Riyadh Metro Network Expansion

Regarding future expansion, Saudi Arabia has approved the construction of a new metro line, Line 7, which will connect the entertainment city of Qiddiya to King Khalid International Airport, passing through strategic areas including King Salman Park,  Diriyah Gate, and the New Square. This ambitious plan highlights ongoing efforts to enhance public transport infrastructure and facilitate connectivity between key areas in and around the capital. This new expansion promises to improve the commuting experience for residents and visitors alike. It underscores a commitment to developing an advanced and sustainable public transport network, contributing to an enhanced quality of life and supporting economic and tourism growth.

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