Urban transport project, Iraq
Name of the Project
Urban transport project.
Location
The project entails the development of urban transport in Baghdad and Basra, in Iraq.
Client
National Investment Committee of Iraq.
Project Description
The contract comprises two major projects.
The first project will implement a 20 km elevated train in Baghdad and involves the supply of rolling stock, electromechanical systems, tracks and associated civil works. The light rail system will link Al-Mustansirya, AlShab, Al-Wazyria, the Alsarafia AlEtafia bridge, Al-Khadumia, AlMuthana Airport and Al-Alawi.
The second project entails the development of the metro system in Basra, which will comprise two elevated lines of about 30 km each, 15 stations and one depot for each line from north to south (from Zubair to Shat Alarab) and from east to west (from Karma to the desert).
Potential Job Creation
Not stated.
Value
Not stated.
Duration
Not stated.
Latest Developments
Alstom has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Iraqi government for the development of urban transport in Baghdad and Basra.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
Alstom (construction contract).
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
National Investment Committee of Iraq, email info@investpromo.gov.iq.
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