Saudi Arabia Railways signs deals to expand freight capacity, upgrade rail systems
- Saudi Arabia Railways has signed multiple agreements to enhance its freight capacity and upgrade its rail systems.
- A significant €22 million contract with French company Alstom will support SAR's North Freight fleet and improve fleet reliability.
- SAR is purchasing 33 new locomotives from US manufacturer Progress Rail and 780 new freight cars from Greenbrier to boost phosphate transportation capacity.
- The agreements align with Saudi Arabia's National Transport and Logistics Strategy and aim to strengthen the Kingdom’s logistics network under Vision 2030.
- SAR is collaborating with Hitachi Rail to modernize signaling infrastructure for the Al-Mashaaer Al-Mugaddassah Metro Line, focusing on safety and operational efficiency.
- A memorandum of understanding with Turkish company AstraG Teknoloji aims to explore advanced railway technologies and digital solutions.
