CAIRO METRO
Urban traffic in Cairo, one of the most populous and extensive cities in the world with its population of 10 million, travels on three subway lines. Three more are in the planning and construction phases. Line 1, operational since 1989, is 44 km long with 35 stations and is used, now at full capacity, with peaks of 60,000 people per hour per direction.
FS Engineering, in partnership with EHAF, has been awarded the contract for the refurbishment of Line 1, aimed at increasing capacity and improving service quality.
The remit includes assisting the client, NAT (National Authority for Tunnels), with the technical assurance of works for upgrading the track and lineside systems (track, power supply, signalling and telecommunications), as well as the construction of a new Central Control Centre, in line with the highest technological and safety standards.
The project also includes support for procurement activities relating to the awarding of works and supervision contracts, alongside the implementation of a modern line management system based on an ERP platform, as well as a specialist training programme for NAT’s management.
The project is currently underway, with completion scheduled by the end of 2027.