Alexandria Metro and Raml Tram Undergo Major Overhaul

2026-02-02 - 12:28

The Egyptian Ministry of Transport announced on Sunday, 1 February, a major initiative to rehabilitate Alexandria city’s historic Raml (sand) tram as part of a broader plan to expand a sustainable, environmentally friendly public transport network across the country. The program relies on comprehensive, continuously updated studies examining social, environmental, and economic factors, as well as population growth and urban expansion. The city currently depends on two main north-south roads connecting its eastern and central districts, and a single urban corridor linking the center to the west. Transport studies in Alexandria show that modernizing the city’s transit system is the only viable solution to chronic traffic congestion, making the development of the Alexandria Metro and the rehabilitation of the Raml tram essential. The ministry noted that the tram’s infrastructure and operational systems have deteriorated significantly over the years, leading to a steady decline in passenger numbers as riders turn to alternative forms of transport. The project will upgrade the tram’s infrastructure and fleet, boosting capacity from 4,700 passengers per hour per direction to 13,800, reducing trip times from 60 minutes to 35 minutes, and cutting intervals between trams from nine... This content is for members only. Visit the site and log in/register to read.