CONSTRUCTION NEWS
Saudi Arabia unveils new rail network expansion plan
Nov 2, 2017 8:40 AM
Saudi government has developed a comprehensive plan for expanding its rail network which includes building a railway line between the cities of Abha and Jizan said a report. One of the key projects unde...
Saudi government has developed a comprehensive plan for expanding its rail network, which includes building a railway line between the cities of Abha and Jizan, said a report.
One of the key projects unde this plan is the land bridge, which will be offered to the private sector who will build and operate it, reported Arab News, citing a senior minister.
"Although projects like building a railway in the southern region require a lengthier construction period, they are part of the The Ministry of Transport’s main plan," remarked Nabil Al Amoudi.
“The ministry is working on two approaches: The first includes the privatization of processes and maintenance of the current railways, and the second includes building new rails,” he added.