Project will enhance reliability, operational performance and long-term sustainability for one of the world's largest annual pilgrimage transport systems
Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) and Hitachi Rail have signed a contract for the revamping of the Al Mashaaer Al Muqaddassah Metro Project (MMMP), marking a significant milestone in the ongoing modernization of railway infrastructure serving the Holy Sites in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The contract will be formally executed by Carlo Piacenza, Signalling and Rail Solutions SRS Vice President Middle East and Africa at Hitachi Rail, and Dr. Bashar Al Malik, Chief Executive Officer of SAR.
The Al Mashaaer Al Muqaddassah Metro plays a vital role in transporting pilgrims between Mina, Muzdalifah and Arafat during the annual Hajj pilgrimage. The 18-kilometre railway system comprises nine stations and is designed to carry approximately 72,000 passengers per hour per direction, ensuring the safe and efficient movement of millions of pilgrims during one of the world's largest annual gatherings. (....)