Cairo high-speed railway station to energy storage building

What is the value of Egypt's first high-speed rail contract?

The contract was signed by Siemens Mobility, Orascom Construction, Arab Contractors, and the National Authority for Tunnels (NAT) to design, install, and maintain Egypt’s first high-speed rail system for 15 years. The total contract value is approximately $4.5bn.

How will high-speed rail work in Egypt?

The high-speed rail system, which will serve passengers and freight, will connect cities, seaports, dry ports, archaeological sites, and tourist destinations all over Egypt, facilitating the development of multiple sectors across the whole economy. The total network will consist of three lines.

Is Siemens delivering Egypt's first high-speed electrified rail system?

Home » News » Infrastructure » Siemens Mobility Signs Contract to Deliver Egypt’s First High-Speed, Electrified Rail System Siemens Mobility has signed a contract to deliver an Egyptian rail system that will feature the country’s first high-speed, electrified main and freight rail line.

Which high-speed railway project is taking shape in Egypt?

One of the world’s most high-profile high-speed railway projects is beginning to take shape in the Egyptian desert. Kevin Smith was granted exclusive access to a key construction site, close to Egypt’s New Administrative Capital. The New Adminstrative Capital high-speed station is taking shape.

Will Egyptian government build a high-speed electrical rail network?

Roland Busch, President and Chief Executive Officer of Siemens AG, said: “We are proud to support the Egyptian government’s ambition to transform its transport sector by building its first high-speed electrical rail network.

How will a high-speed train benefit Egypt?

HE Lieutenant General Kamel El-Wazir, Egyptian Minister of Transport, said: “This high-speed train will strengthen the infrastructure of the areas it passes through and help achieve urban sprawl, in addition to linking the New Administrative Capital and new cities to the railway network for transporting passengers and goods.