Saudi Arabia has taken a major step toward transforming urban mobility with the launch of the Riyadh Metro. This driverless transport system is expected to significantly reduce traffic congestion and boost the value of commercial and residential real estate in Riyadh.

King Salman inaugurated Riyadh's new metro network, a cornerstone of Saudi Vision 2030 that will begin serving passengers next month.

The first phase of Riyadh Metro was launched on Wednesday, a significant step to reshape the Saudi capital’s public transport landscape. According to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA), Saudi King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud inaugurated the project,

King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud officially inaugurated the Riyadh Metro as the future backbone of the capital's public transport network on November 27. A phased opening to passengers is planned between December 1 and January 5.

Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud today inaugurated the Riyadh Metro, the backbone of the capital’s public transport network. The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques viewed an introductory video about the Riyadh Metro  — one of the Kingdom’s major projects during his prosperous reign — distinguished by its standout design and technological features,

The metro, which will eventually span 176 kilometers, is set to become the world’s longest driverless metro system. This new public transportation network is expected to help ease traffic congestion and reduce the city’s reliance on cars.

Saudi Arabia announced Wednesday it is ready to open the first part of the Riyadh Metro, a major project intended to help shift the car-centric kingdom to public transport.

The project is considered the backbone of the public transport network in Riyadh and an element of the transportation system in the city