As the kingdom continues to develop its national transport network, both private-sector and foreign partners have an important role to play. The state has invested considerable resources in building road, rail, airport and maritime infrastructure over the last decade. The public sector is likely to remain the main player in the management of...
The development of the logistics sector is the final step in the government’s 10-year plan to develop Morocco’s transport sector. Morocco has invested heavily in transport infrastructure since 2003, and it is now poised to reap the benefits from expanded airport and maritime infrastructure, a more comprehensive highway network and increased rail...
As a crucial transit country for regional vehicular traffic, the government is not neglecting the upgrade and expansion of the domestic road network, despite the high priority placed on the development of a national rail network. Although traffic volumes, particularly for trucks, may dip as a result of the rail expansion, roads are sure to...
When railways are mentioned in relation to Saudi Arabia, the Hejaz railway is what most often comes to mind. The line was introduced in the 19th century linking Medina to Damascus, and although sections still run in Jordan and Syria, the only remnants of it in Saudi Arabia are tourist attractions featuring stations, rolling...
Spurred on by strong demand for services, the government is planning to bolster and upgrade infrastructure capacity across all segments of the industry – from aviation to ports. With this financial backing, the Kingdom’s land, sea and air transportation networks are experiencing a complete transformation and, consequently, opportunities for new...
More than 1000 km of rail lines are being developed on the islands of Borneo and Sumatra to allow for the more efficient and timely transportation of natural resources. East Kalimantan has an estimated 19.56bn tonnes of coal, while Central Kalimantan has 8.67bn tonnes. South Sumatra has an estimated 22.24bn tonnes of coal. And all three provinces...
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