Egis, a company working in the architecture, consulting, construction engineering, and mobility sectors, has been awarded a contract by the Al Madinah Region Development Authority (MDA) to provide Project Management and Construction Management (PMCM) services for the Madinah Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project in Saudi Arabia.
According to developers, the Madinah BRT project is aimed at implementing high-capacity public transport modes, as part the Pilgrim Experience Program, one of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 initiatives.
The project will establish up to 500 stations, which it said will achieve 80-90 per cent area coverage by 2030, aimed at enhancing the public transportation system, alleviating traffic congestion, and providing a more sustainable mode of transportation for residents, visitors and pilgrims.
The Egis-led JV with Systra will deliver PMCM services for the Madinah Bus Network, including BRT, priority bus, and feeder services.
Its services will also include engineering supervision and oversight of design, construction, testing and operation, and handling safety and security management for systems, including buses, depots, intelligent transportation systems (ITS), and operational systems, as well as civil works, such as bus lanes, stations and stops, footbridges, and park-and-ride facilities.
“This project aligns perfectly with Egis’ core expertise in transportation infrastructure, and we are committed to delivering a sustainable and efficient BRT system that meets the needs of Al Madinah’s residents and visitors,” commented Omar Benzaria, Transportation Director for Egis in the Middle East and South Asia.
Adding: “This partnership reflects our shared commitment to leveraging specialized global knowledge for sustainable transportation development, supporting Saudi Vision 2030’s goals of economic diversification and enhanced connectivity.”