Saudi Arabia is preparing to launch the world’s longest driverless metro system. According to international media, Saudi Arabia is set to begin the Riyadh metro system project with an investment of $22.5 billion, designed to create the longest driverless metro system in the world.
A portion of the metro service will be inaugurated on November 27, with the operation of three lines in the first phase. Work on the remaining lines will commence by mid-December.
Reports indicate that the purpose of this metro service is to reduce road traffic while providing fast and comfortable transportation. Additionally, the project will be linked to solar energy, with solar panels being installed at metro stations to generate up to 20% of the electricity required for key operations.
