King Salman inaugurates Riyadh Metro project

Riyadh Metro inauguration ceremony

King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud launched today, Nov. 27 the Riyadh Metro project.

The project is considered the backbone for Riyadh city public transportation network and a key element in its transport system.

The project includes six metro lines with a length of 176 km, as well as 85 stations, including four main stations.

The Riyadh Metro integrates with the Riyadh Bus Project, which has already been launched, covering a total of 1,900 km.

This project is expected to contribute to improving the quality of life in Riyadh, facilitating movement for residents and visitors, and reducing traffic congestion.

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed his sincere gratitude to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques for his generous support and patronage of the Riyadh Public Transport Project.

The Crown Prince said the Riyadh Public Transport Project is the culmination of concerted efforts made by King Salman, and the outcome of his visionary leadership, while serving as the Chairman of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City.

The contracts for the Riyadh Metro project were awarded in 2013 to three global consortia at a total value of approximately $22.5 billion (about SAR 84.4 billion).