It is well documented that urban transport infrastructure in the Kingdom is in drastic need of investment to help curb chronic congestion, poor passenger safety and almost non-existent pedestrian mobility in popular urban areas.
A recent burst in population growth added with an ongoing upward trend in urbanization is putting unprecedented pressure on city transport infrastructure and an upcoming conference will address the opportunities and challenges for urban transport investment and development.
The Urban Transport Saudi Arabia 2010 conference takes places next week from 26-27 January at the Marriot Hotel, Riyadh and will bring together transport planners, engineers, consultants and investors to discuss Saudi Arabia’s new generation of urban transport projects.
A pre-conference workshop will also take place on Monday 25th January led by renowned consultancy Booz and Co. The workshop designed for both the private and public sector will look at the strategies transport planners can use to promote modal shift in the Saudi population from cars to public transport.
Participating organisations at the inaugural event currently include:
Public Investment Fund
Saudi Railway Company (SAR)
Saudi Railway Organisation (SRO)
Makkah Municipality
Ministry of Municipal and Rural Affairs
Ministry of Transport
Department of Transport, Abu Dhabi
RTA, Dubai
Atkins
Arriyadh Development Authority
Jeddah Development and Urban Regeneration Company
SMRT International
DB International
Integrated Transport Company
Ansaldo
Booz and Co
Serco
David Lupton and Associates
Municipality of Amsterdam
ISOCARP
Systra
Egis Rail
Greater Amman Municipality
Sharjah Transportation Company
Bombardier
Siemens
Anyone looking to learn about Saudi Arabia’s key urban transport investment opportunities, emerging projects or contract opportunities in Saudi Arabia are advised to register online for Urban Transport Saudi Arabia 2010 Conference or register in person at the event. Special prices are available for government attendees.
