An ambitious metro scheme – first stage – to transport 1.1 million people daily around the city
| Location | Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia |
| Sector | Infrastructure |
| Client | Royal Commission for the Riyadh City (RCRC) |
| M&E Consultant | Three consortiums, BACS (Bechtel, AlMabani,CCC, Siemens), FAST (FCC, ALSTOM, SAMSUNG, Tecnica Y Proyectos) ANM (AlRiyadh New Mobility) |
| M&E Contractor | Jones Engineering, STL, AlZamil, NESMA |
| Specification | Crane FS general valves including gate, butterfly and resilient seated gate valves |
The Riyadh Metro project, an ambitious infrastructure initiative in Saudi Arabia’s capital, is set to transform urban mobility by transporting 1.1 million people daily across the city. Spearheaded by the Royal Commission for the Riyadh City (RCRC), this monumental first stage involved collaboration among three major consortiums: BACS (Bechtel, AlMabani, CCC, Siemens), FAST (FCC, ALSTOM, SAMSUNG, Tecnica Y Proyectos), and ANM (AlRiyadh New Mobility). Key M&E contractors such as Jones Engineering, STL, AlZamil, and NESMA played crucial roles, with ARCOM supplying Crane FS general valves, including gate, butterfly, and resilient seated gate valves.
This project showcases the integration of advanced engineering solutions within a complex urban infrastructure. The use of high-quality Crane FS valves ensures the metro system’s efficiency and reliability, which is critical for handling the high passenger volume. The Riyadh Metro stands as a testament to modern engineering and meticulous planning, setting a new standard for public transportation in the region. Its successful implementation not only enhances the city’s connectivity but also serves as a model for future urban infrastructure projects globally.
