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Saudi Crown Prince Launches Master Plan for Logistics Centers to Make Kingdom a Global Logistical Hub

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. SPA
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. SPA
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Saudi Crown Prince Launches Master Plan for Logistics Centers to Make Kingdom a Global Logistical Hub

Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. SPA
Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz. SPA

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz, Crown Prince, Prime Minister and Chairman of the Supreme Committee for Transport and Logistics, has launched the Master Plan for Logistics Centers, which aims to develop the infrastructure of the Kingdom’s logistical sector, diversify the local economy, and enhance the status of Saudi Arabia as a leading investment destination and a global logistical hub.

The Crown Prince stressed that the plan is part of a package of ongoing initiatives set as targets by the National Transport and Logistics Strategy (NTLS) with the aim of developing the logistical sector to support the economy, increase the local, regional and international connections of the international trade networks and global supply chains, boost the partnership with the private sector, and increase the opportunity to generate jobs, and make the Kingdom a global logistical hub, given its geographical location among three important continents: Asia, Europe and Africa.

The Master Plan for Logistics Centers stipulates 59 centers with a total area of more than 100 million square meters, including 12 in Riyadh Region, 12 in Makkah Region, 17 in the Eastern Region, and 18 distributed in the rest of the Kingdom. There are currently 21 centers being worked on. All centers will be completed by 2030.

The centers will also enable local industries to export Saudi products with high efficiency, support e-commerce by facilitating a rapid link between logistics centers and distribution centers in the Kingdom’s various regions, cities and governorates, provide high traceability and facilitate the issuance of licenses to practice logistic activity, especially after the launch of the unified logistics license and the licensing of more than 1,500 local, regional and international logistics companies, and the launch of the Fasah initiative (an E-system integrated in Saudi customs), in cooperation with the concerned government agencies.

The logistics services sector represents one of the promising pillars of economic diversification and development in the Kingdom. It is currently witnessing many important initiatives and major developments aimed at developing the sector and expanding its economic and developmental contributions.

The Ministry of Transport and Logistics seeks to develop the logistics industry, enhance the export strategy, expand investment opportunities, and strike partnerships with the private sector.

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Saudi King Salman Inaugurates Riyadh Metro

Saudi King Salman viewed on Wednesday an introductory video about the Riyadh Metro. SPA
Saudi King Salman viewed on Wednesday an introductory video about the Riyadh Metro. SPA
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Saudi King Salman Inaugurates Riyadh Metro

Saudi King Salman viewed on Wednesday an introductory video about the Riyadh Metro. SPA
Saudi King Salman viewed on Wednesday an introductory video about the Riyadh Metro. SPA

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud has inaugurated the Riyadh Metro, the backbone of the capital’s public transport network.

King Salman viewed on Wednesday an introductory video about the Riyadh Metro — one of the Kingdom’s major projects during his prosperous reign — distinguished by its standout design and technological features, with a network that spans 176 kilometers across 6 lines and 85 stations, including 4 iconic ones.

Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince, Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC), expressed his sincere gratitude to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques for his generous support and patronage of the Riyadh Public Transport Project – which includes the metro and bus systems – from its concept to execution, and for his invaluable steering during the implementation of the project according to the highest global standards.

“The Riyadh Public Transport Project, which spans metro and bus networks, is the culmination of concerted efforts made by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and the outcome of his visionary leadership, while serving as the Chairman of the High Commission for the Development of Arriyadh, the predecessor of RCRC,” said the Crown Prince.

The Riyadh Public Transport Project was launched following studies conducted back then by the High Commission for the Development of Arriyadh (now RCRC) on the capital city’s current and future public transport needs, and outlined the best solutions for a sustainable public transit system that reflects the city’s unique urban, population, and traffic characteristics.

These studies resulted in the comprehensive Public Transport Plan for Riyadh City, which included a metro system and a parallel bus network that would meet Riyadh’s current and projected mobility needs. The plan culminated with the Council of Ministers adopting a resolution to “approve the execution of the Riyadh Public Transport Project – Metro and Buses.” RCRC then launched a bidding process that saw the participation of several global consortia. Finally, a Royal Decree awarded the Riyadh Metro contracts to three consortia, comprising over 19 major global companies from 13 countries.

Thanks to the support of the Crown Prince, RCRC successfully implemented the project. Considered one of the world’s largest public transport projects conducted in a single phase, the Riyadh Public Transport stands out for its meticulous planning and exceptional design and technology, and is tailored to meet Riyadh’s social, environmental, and urban requirements. It is also poised to significantly contribute to the capital city’s urban mobility needs, enhancing the quality of life of its residents and visitors alike, in line with the objectives of Vision 2030.

Minister of State, Member of the Council of Ministers, and RCRC Chief Executive Eng. Ibrahim bin Muhammad Al-Sultan extended his gratitude to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques and the Crown Prince for the Riyadh Metro project inauguration.
Al-Sultan highlighted that Riyadh is now enjoying the benefits of this transformative project, which will redefine the capital's image and revolutionize transportation for both residents and visitors. The metro's extensive six-line network will gradually begin operations.
He elaborated that the project aims to deliver an efficient and sustainable public transport system that meets the current and future mobility demands of Riyadh. The initiative is in line with the rapid population growth, urban expansion, and the increasing use of private vehicles in the city.