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Siemens presents metro train to Riyadh authority
Siemens presented the first driverless Inspiro metro train for the Riyadh Metro Line 1 (Blue Line) to representatives from Arriyadh Development Authority (ARA) at the...
Doha Metro inks deal for hundreds of elevators and escalators from...
The German transit multinational Thyssenkrupp has been awarded a contract to manufacture, supply, install and maintain more than 500 elevators and escalators for the...
Inter-city metro line in UAE a possibility, says minister
In the next two years, the UAE will focus heavily on upgrading federal and inter-city road networks with improved signages, setting revised speed limits, and installation of sensors and smart traffic lights.
Qatari PM visits Doha Metro Red Line North project
Qatar's Prime Minister HE Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasser bin Khalifa Al-Thani has paid a visit to the Red Line North element of the new Doha Metro project.
GCC in talks to unify traffic controls in bid to curb...
All traffic controls across the Gulf region will be unified in the latest efforts to reduce the number of road accidents reported.
Metro programmes a catalyst for sustainable cities of the future, says...
New metro networks being planned and built across the Middle East can be a catalyst for sustainable urban development but careful planning is essential to provide long-term flexibility, says Atkins' regional transport strategist Roger Cruickshank.
Qatar inks deal for Doha Metro driverless trains
A consortium of five companies has signed an agreement to build and deliver a full-automated driverless metro system in Doha.
Doha metro Gold Line financing finalised
A 3·65bn riyal syndicated financing package for the construction of the Doha metro Gold Line has been finalised, Barwa Bank announced last month.
Manila Metro rail coach slams through barrier
A train in Manila slammed a steel barrier on Wednesday, causing numerous injuries among passengers and motorists, according to reports. The incident happened at about 4pm in Pasay City, one of the cities that comprise Metro Manila.
