With a length of 2,430 metres Saudi Arabia opens one of the longest tunnels in the Middle East

The Board of Directors of the King Salman Park Foundation announced the completion of construction work for the Abu Bakr Al-Siddiq Road tunnel project, which aims to improve traffic flow in the city of Riyadh.

The “Abu Bakr Al-Siddiq Road” tunnel project is the first bridge and tunnel project that has been completed, as its construction work began in the third quarter of the year 2021 as part of a series of works and construction projects in the “King Salman Park” project, which was launched by King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. On March 19, 2019.

The 2,430-meter-long road tunnel is characterized by a modern design, colors that harmonize with the local environment, and materials that meet the goals of sustainability. The tunnel includes three vehicle lanes in each direction, in addition to a designated emergency lane. The tunnel is also equipped with advanced traffic management systems, and the latest safety procedures and evacuation methods.