The Royal Commission for Riyadh City has announced the commencement of phase three of its major road overhaul program, with a total investment of over SR8 billion ($2 billion). This phase includes six critical projects that are part of the Riyadh Main and Ring Road Axes Development Program, aimed at expanding the city’s transport infrastructure. The plan aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, enhancing connectivity and positioning Riyadh as a regional hub for mobility and logistics.
Scheduled for completion in three to four years, the third phase will cover several major projects. These include the Jeddah Road Development Project (29 km), Taif Road Development Project (15 km), and Thumamah Road Development Project – Eastern Section (8 km). Other projects include the King Abdulaziz Road Development Project – Northern Section (4.7 km) and Othman bin Affan Road Development Project – Northern Section (4.3 km).
Each road development project will significantly improve connectivity and traffic capacity. The Jeddah Road will support up to 353,000 vehicles per day, while Taif Road will accommodate 200,000 vehicles. Additionally, the Thumamah Road and King Abdulaziz Road will support up to 200,000 and 450,000 vehicles daily, respectively. The Othman bin Affan Road is expected to handle up to 500,000 vehicles per day. These efforts aim to reduce congestion and enhance traffic capacity by 40 to 60 percent in key areas.
