By Rose Bell
Systra and Egis have been appointed as a key contract for the Blue and Red Line by Egypt’s National Authority for Tunnels (NAT).
In order to supervising two new electric high-speed rail (HSR) lines in Egypt, (NAT)have granted the contract, whereas the project will be part of the 2,000km network in Egypt.
Comprising of the Blue and Red Line, with a total length of of 1,325km and 39 stations, the consortium’s scope includes design coordination, project management, design review as well as construction supervision services, including the interfaces between the different groups of work, to ensure that the project is completed on time, within cost, and with the highest standard of quality.
The state-of-the-art rail network is due to efficiently carry both passengers and freight linking Cairo to Abo Simbel through Luxor and Aswan for the Blue Line and Safaga to Qena for the Red Line, following its completion.
The insist of HSR line aligns with Egypt’s 2030 Vision, MISR2030, is on the establishment of a transport system which is integral to sustainable development, while it also supports the nation’s future economic and social requirements and reinforces the role of transport at both regional and international levels.
Including notable work on Cairo Metro Line’s 2, 3 and 6, as well as the Alexandria Tram, Egis has a collaborated with (NAT) on various rail projects in Egypt.
According to a (NAT) spokesperson: “We have full confidence in the collaboration of Egis and SYSTRA on the development of the High-Speed Rail line. This project is a transformative initiative for the country’s vision and will profoundly enhance the quality of life for our citizens.”
