Saudi Arabia Floats Tender for Landbridge Project Design
RAILWAYS & METRO RAIL

Saudi Arabia Floats Tender for Landbridge Project Design

Saudi Arabia has initiated a major phase in its economic transformation with the launch of a tender for the Saudi Landbridge railway network. Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) has opened bidding for lead design consultancy services for the project, which covers over 1,500 kilometres of new railway infrastructure. Companies have until May 15, 2025, to submit proposals for work that includes concept design, preliminary design options, and Issued for Construction (IFC) stages. With an estimated value of $7 billion, this project ranks among the largest railway developments in the Middle East and globally.

At the core of the Landbridge is a new 900-kilometer line connecting Riyadh to Jeddah and King Abdullah Port on the Red Sea. The broader plan includes upgrades to the Riyadh-Dammam railway, a bypass around Riyadh, and a connection between King Abdullah Port and Yanbu. Once completed, the network is expected to significantly enhance freight transport efficiency across Saudi Arabia by enabling direct access from key ports to inland logistics hubs.

Originally proposed in 2004, the Landbridge project has experienced repeated delays due to route alignment issues, right-of-way concerns, and funding challenges. Although it was put on hold in 2010, it was revived in 2011. More recently, the project saw interest from China-backed investors under a potential public-private partnership (PPP) model. However, SAR’s decision to proceed with the design tender independently reflects a shift toward exploring varied financing and development strategies.

This development highlights the momentum in Saudi Arabia’s infrastructure sector under Vision 2030 and signals a dynamic and evolving business environment. The progress of the Saudi Landbridge demonstrates the kingdom’s commitment to modernizing its logistics landscape and supporting economic diversification.

News source: Peninsula

Image Source:www.protenders.com

Your next big infra connection is waiting at RAHSTA 2025 – Asia’s Biggest Roads & Highways Expo, Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai. Don’t miss out!

Saudi Arabia has initiated a major phase in its economic transformation with the launch of a tender for the Saudi Landbridge railway network. Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) has opened bidding for lead design consultancy services for the project, which covers over 1,500 kilometres of new railway infrastructure. Companies have until May 15, 2025, to submit proposals for work that includes concept design, preliminary design options, and Issued for Construction (IFC) stages. With an estimated value of $7 billion, this project ranks among the largest railway developments in the Middle East and globally. At the core of the Landbridge is a new 900-kilometer line connecting Riyadh to Jeddah and King Abdullah Port on the Red Sea. The broader plan includes upgrades to the Riyadh-Dammam railway, a bypass around Riyadh, and a connection between King Abdullah Port and Yanbu. Once completed, the network is expected to significantly enhance freight transport efficiency across Saudi Arabia by enabling direct access from key ports to inland logistics hubs. Originally proposed in 2004, the Landbridge project has experienced repeated delays due to route alignment issues, right-of-way concerns, and funding challenges. Although it was put on hold in 2010, it was revived in 2011. More recently, the project saw interest from China-backed investors under a potential public-private partnership (PPP) model. However, SAR’s decision to proceed with the design tender independently reflects a shift toward exploring varied financing and development strategies. This development highlights the momentum in Saudi Arabia’s infrastructure sector under Vision 2030 and signals a dynamic and evolving business environment. The progress of the Saudi Landbridge demonstrates the kingdom’s commitment to modernizing its logistics landscape and supporting economic diversification. News source: PeninsulaImage Source:www.protenders.com

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

DRDO Transfers Key Defence Materials Tech to Industry

The Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory (DMRL) of DRDO in Hyderabad has transferred three advanced indigenous materials technologies to leading Indian industry partners, marking a major step towards self-reliance in strategic defence manufacturing. The Licensing Agreement for Transfer of Technology (LAToT) documents were handed over by Dr Samir V Kamat, Secretary of Defence R&D and Chairman of DRDO, at a ceremony held at DMRL on 30 August 2025.The transferred technologies include:High-Strength Radomes: Transferred to BHEL, Jagdishpur, this technology enables the manufacture of high-p..

Next Story
Infrastructure Energy

Coal Ministry Honours Top Mines for Safety and Sustainability

The Ministry of Coal hosted the Star Rating Award Ceremony in Mumbai to recognise outstanding coal and lignite mines for their achievements in safety, environmental responsibility, scientific operations, and community welfare. Union Minister of Coal and Mines Shri G. Kishan Reddy, accompanied by Minister of State Shri Satish Chandra Dubey and Secretary Shri Vikram Dev Dutt, presented the accolades.The awards celebrate mines that have demonstrated excellence across key parameters such as safety, productivity, scientific mining, environmental stewardship, and socio-economic impact. The Minister ..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

Modi Highlights Decade of Bold Economic Reforms

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi reaffirmed the government’s steadfast commitment to economic reforms over the past decade, highlighting transformative measures that have redefined India’s fiscal structure and enhanced its global economic position.Citing major initiatives such as corporate tax cuts to encourage investment, the implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) to unify the national market, and reforms in personal income tax to improve Ease of Living, Modi emphasised that the reform agenda has consistently been citizen-focused and pro-growth.He welcomed the ongoing #NextGe..

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement

Talk to us?