Royal Commission for AlUla showcases AlUla tram at International Rail Exhibition 2025
The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU) is taking part in the Saudi
International Rail Exhibition and Conference 2025 in Riyadh, highlighting its
commitment to sustainable mobility, innovation, and human capability
development in line with both AlUla Vision and Saudi Vision 2030.
At the event, RCU is unveiling a detailed model
of the future AlUla Tram, a flagship sustainable transport initiative that merges
cutting-edge innovation with heritage conservation. Stretching 22.4 kilometres,
the tram network will connect AlUla’s UNESCO World Heritage sites, historic
towns, and modern urban centres—offering a seamless link between culture,
nature, and progress.
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World’s longest battery-operated tram
The AlUla Tram is set to become the world’s longest
catenary-free, battery-powered tram system, offering a distinctive “Journey
Through Time.” It will traverse five key cultural and heritage landscapes: AlUla
Old Town, Dadan, Jabal Ikmah, the Nabataean Oasis, and Hegra City. The project
is designed to provide an immersive visitor experience while preserving the
natural and cultural integrity of the region.
Developed in partnership with French mobility
leader Alstom,
the tram incorporates advanced, climate-resilient technologies that support
Saudi Arabia’s broader environmental and carbon-reduction goals. The initiative
underscores RCU’s vision of sustainable tourism powered by clean, future-ready
transport solutions.
Building local expertise
Alongside its mobility initiatives, RCU is
spotlighting its collaboration with the Saudi Railway Polytechnic (SRP) to
nurture local talent in the transport sector. Through targeted training
programs, young Saudis from AlUla are being equipped with technical and
operational expertise to manage modern transport systems. This effort ensures
that the Kingdom’s sustainable infrastructure is maintained and operated by
skilled local professionals.
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This emphasis on human capital aligns with Saudi
Vision 2030’s objectives to empower citizens, drive local employment, and
create long-term socio-economic impact across regions like AlUla.
A global benchmark for sustainable tourism
RCU’s participation at the exhibition
reaffirms its leadership in integrating innovation, sustainability, and
heritage preservation. By investing in clean technologies and local human
development, AlUla continues to evolve as a global model for sustainable
tourism—demonstrating how modern infrastructure can enhance visitor experiences
while safeguarding cultural heritage.
Through
visionary projects like the AlUla Tram, RCU is not only shaping the future of
transport in Saudi Arabia but also setting new standards for sustainable
destination development worldwide.
Source: One Arabia
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