
Project Details
- Category: Smart Cities
- Client: Riyadh Public Transport Authority
- Location: Riyadh, KSA
- Year Of Completed: 2016-2020
- Surface Area: Whole of Riyadh
This project covers the deployment, operation, and long-term maintenance of a comprehensive Automatic Fare Collection (AFC) system serving the Riyadh Metro and Bus Network, one of the largest integrated public transportation projects in the region.
The AFC system enables seamless, secure, and efficient fare management across multimodal transport services, supporting millions of daily passenger transactions while ensuring system reliability, scalability, and operational continuity.
The project is executed in collaboration with our international technology partner, Indra Sistemas, leveraging global best practices and proven large-scale transit expertise.
Installation of all AFC system components across metro stations and bus infrastructure
Deployment of fare gates, validators, ticket vending machines, back-office systems, and associated hardware
Integration with central control, clearing, and settlement platforms
System configuration, testing, and commissioning in line with international transit standards
On-site preventive and corrective maintenance for all AFC assets
Continuous monitoring and fault resolution to ensure high system availability
Spare parts management and component replacement
Technical support across stations, depots, and operational facilities
Full operation and maintenance of the AFC system for a 12-year period
Performance-driven service levels ensuring reliability, uptime, and passenger satisfaction
Software updates, system optimization, and lifecycle management
Compliance with operational KPIs, cybersecurity requirements, and data integrity standards
The AFC system enables seamless, secure, and efficient fare management across multimodal transport services, supporting millions of daily passenger transactions while ensuring system reliability, scalability, and operational continuity.
The project is executed in collaboration with our international technology partner, Indra Sistemas, leveraging global best practices and proven large-scale transit expertise.
Seamless fare collection across metro and bus services
High availability and reliability for large-scale passenger volumes
Secure revenue management and transaction processing
Long-term operational sustainability through structured O&M delivery
