Webuild Highlights Contribution to Riyadh Metro and Global Infrastructure Leadership

Webuild Highlights Contribution to Riyadh Metro and Global Infrastructure Leadership

(IN BRIEF) Webuild played a key role in the newly inaugurated Riyadh Metro, contributing to the development of its longest line, the Orange line (Line 3), part of a 176-kilometer automated network supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. The metro improves urban mobility, reduces congestion, and enhances air quality. Webuild, active in Saudi Arabia since 1966 with over 90 completed projects, is also involved in major initiatives like NEOM’s Trojena dams and Riyadh’s underground parking facilities. Globally, Webuild leads in sustainable infrastructure, with landmark projects in Copenhagen, Naples, and Sydney. The company emphasizes sustainability, innovation, and tackling challenges like water scarcity while advancing its €30 billion project pipeline in Saudi Arabia.

(PRESS RELEASE) ROME, 2-Dec-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — Webuild, a global leader in sustainable infrastructure, celebrated the inauguration of the Riyadh Metro network, where its expertise played a vital role in delivering the Orange line (Line 3), the longest of the six fully-automated lines spanning 176 kilometers. Officially opened by His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, the Riyadh Metro aligns with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 by addressing urban mobility needs, reducing congestion, and enhancing air quality in the rapidly growing capital.

The network’s Qasr Al Hokm Downtown Metro Station, one of four iconic stations, features a striking inverted stainless steel cone design, symbolizing Saudi Arabia’s forward-looking development aspirations. Covering 20,000 square meters, it is a centerpiece of the modern and sustainable metro system.

Webuild CEO Pietro Salini expressed pride in the company’s contribution:
“The Riyadh Metro reflects a city where tradition meets modernity. This strategic infrastructure project not only improves quality of life but also sets a benchmark for sustainable urban development. Our team’s engineering expertise and focus on aesthetics underscore Webuild’s commitment to delivering transformative infrastructure.”

A History of Innovation and Growth

Webuild’s presence in Saudi Arabia dates back to 1966, with over 90 completed projects across sectors, including the iconic Kingdom Center in Riyadh, awarded the Emporis Skyscraper Award in 2002. Current initiatives include the high-speed Connector rail line and three dams for NEOM’s Trojena, a futuristic mountain city. In Riyadh, Webuild is constructing a 10,500-space underground parking facility and advancing the Sang Villas Urbanization Plan.

Globally, Webuild is a pioneer in sustainable mobility, with achievements such as Copenhagen’s metro system, Naples’ Stations of Art, and Sydney’s cable-stayed bridge. Current projects include the Rome Metro and Melbourne’s North East Link, further showcasing the company’s ability to tackle complex infrastructure challenges.

Leadership in Sustainability

Salini emphasized Webuild’s growing role in sustainable development:
“We aim to be at the forefront of addressing global challenges like water scarcity and urbanization. Our work on desalination plants and water infrastructure in the Middle East, and our proposals to address Italy’s water crisis, highlight our commitment to innovation and sustainability. With a workforce of nearly 92,000, including 4,000 engineers, and a robust supply chain of 19,400 specialized suppliers, Webuild is uniquely positioned to deliver impactful solutions worldwide.”

Commitment to Vision 2030 and Beyond

The Riyadh Metro exemplifies Webuild’s expertise in sustainable infrastructure and its dedication to shaping the future of urban mobility. With a pipeline of projects in Saudi Arabia valued at over €30 billion, Webuild remains a key player in the Kingdom’s development, contributing to its ambitious Vision 2030 goals while advancing global standards for sustainable and innovative infrastructure.

Webuild is a global leader in the design and construction of large, complex infrastructure projects in sustainable mobility, hydropower, water treatment, and green buildings. A recognized leader in the water sector, it is present in 50 countries with more than 91,000
people, ranking among the leading international players in Australia, Europe and the United States. In nearly 120 years of applied engineering on more than 3,200 projects, the Group has built 14,140 kilometres of rail and metro lines, 82,533 kilometres of roads and highways, 1,020 kilometres of bridges and viaducts, 3,408 kilometres of tunnels, and 313 dams and hydropower plants. Projects include the expansion of the Panama Canal, the Long Beach International Gateway bridge in California, the Third Bosphorus Bridge in Turkey, the Sydney Metro Northwest skytrain viaduct and bridge, the Kingdom Centre skyscraper in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and metro lines in Copenhagen, Paris, Rome, Milan, Doha and Riyadh. Others under construction include the new Genoa Breakwater, the Brenner Base Tunnel, Line C of Rome’s metro network, the high-capacity railways between Genoa and Milan, and Naples and Bari, the PalermoCatania-Messina high-capacity railway, the Snowy 2.0 hydropower scheme in Australia, and the Trojena dam network for NEOM in Saudi Arabia. As of June 30, 2024, Webuild Group achieved a total backlog of €65 billion, with more than 90% of its construction backlog related to projects linked to the advancement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As of December 31, 2023, revenues totalled€10 billion. Webuild, subject to the direction and coordination of Salini Costruttori S.p.A., is headquartered in Italy and listed on the Milan stock exchange, Borsa Italiana (WBD; WBD.MI; WBD:IM). Since 2021, it is member of the MIB ESG, the index of publicly listed Italian companies with the best ESG practices

Media Contact:

Francesca Romana Chiarano
Senior Manager – Media Relations
Tel. +39 338 247 4827
email: f.chiarano@webuildgroup.com

SOURCE: Webuild