Egis has been awarded a contract to lead on Project Implementation Unit (PIU) Support, Contract Management, and Construction Supervision Consulting services for the metro line extending from Abo Qir to Misr Station in Alexandria, Egypt.
The line, named Abou Qir Metro, will stretch approximately 22 kilometers from Abo Qir to Misr Station. Furthermore, in partnership with the National Authority for Tunnels (NAT) and Engineering Consultants Group S.A. (ECG), the project aims to transform Alexandria’s existing diesel train service into a modern electric metro system to significantly improve energy efficiency and provide a more efficient and sustainable transportation option for Alexandria residents.
Egis will serve as the lead consultant for the project, providing services in several critical areas including PIU Support where Egis will assist NAT in effectively managing the project, ensuring all phases are executed as planned; Contract Management, with Egis overseeing the contractual aspects of the project, ensuring smooth collaboration between all stakeholders and adherence to contractual obligations; and Construction Supervision where Egis will provide on-site supervision of the construction activities to guarantee that the project meets the highest quality standards and is delivered on schedule.
Abu Qir Metro’s route will be divided into two main sections. The first is a 15.5 kilometer elevated section and a 6 kilometer ground-level section, both of which are following the existing railway line. There will be fourteen new, modern metro stations constructed along the elevated section. Notable stations include Abu Qir which will serve as a terminal station; El Maamoura Station, offering connections to another railway line, Montazah as an intermediate terminal; and Victoria, connecting to the Raml Tram. Additionally, six stations will be built along the ground-level section, with strategically important stations such as Kafer Abdou linking to the depot, Sidi Gaber providing a connection to the Raml Tram, and Misr integrating with the existing railway network. The project prioritizes sustainability and minimal disruption for passengers by reusing the right-of-way of the existing Misr Station – Abu Qir railway line.