Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded a 20.5 billion dirham ($5.6 billion) contract for the construction of the Dubai Metro Blue Line to a consortium comprising Turkey’s MAPA and Limak, alongside China’s state-owned CRRC. The Blue Line, set to become a critical addition to Dubai’s public transportation network, aims to enhance connectivity, reduce traffic congestion, and support the …
Poland is set to construct its longest rail tunnel, a 4.6-kilometer (approximately 2.9 miles) passage beneath the city of Łódź, significantly enhancing the nation’s railway infrastructure. Poland’s longest rail tunnel construction is a pivotal component of the “Y” rail initiative, designed to connect Warsaw, Łódź, and other major cities, thereby reducing travel times and bolstering regional connectivity. Construction cost The …
The Rabat–Salé tramway, operational since 2011, serves as a crucial public transport link between Morocco’s capital, Rabat, and its neighboring city, Salé. To accommodate increasing urbanization and enhance mobility, significant extensions have been implemented, notably the expansion of Line 2. Project Overview The Line 2 extension added approximately 7 kilometers to the existing network, introducing 12 new stations—four in Rabat …
The maritime construction of Senegal’s $1.2 billion Port of Ndayane has commenced with the arrival of the dredger Willem Van Rubroeck, marking a transformative step in the nation’s trade infrastructure. Spearheaded by DP World in collaboration with British International Investment (BII), this ambitious project aims to position Senegal as a vital global trade hub. Significance BII forecasts the port to …
The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train project continues to advance with significant progress reported on the Gujarat segment, particularly in rail welding activities. Rail welding, a critical process for ensuring safety, durability, and passenger comfort during high-speed travel, is being conducted on the viaduct using advanced flash butt welding (FBW) technology. The project spans approximately 508 km and is being developed by …