Saudi Arabia launches 1st phase of Riyadh Metro project

Gidlocked 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.
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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.
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.
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.
First Phase Of Riyadh Metro Opens In Saudi Arabia To Boost Public Transport
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 (SPA), Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud inaugurated the project, which is expected to become Riyadh's public transport network backbone, Xinhua news agency reported.
World's longest driverless metro with 109-mile-connectivity opens in Riyadh
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Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Inaugurates Riyadh Metro
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