Passenger Rail and Public Transport
2 articlesPassenger Rail and Public Transport covers the systems that move people within and between cities, including intercity rail, commuter services, metros, tramways, bus rapid transit, stations, fares and network integration. Analysis follows investment, capacity, service access, ridership and transit-oriented development, asking how mobility projects reshape urban connectivity and public-service delivery. Freight rail belongs under Trade and Logistics, while general urban planning enters only when it directly affects passenger transport design or performance.
Algeria Launches Half Price Rail Card as SNTF Targets Ridership Surge
Algeria's SNTF has introduced a half price rail card, slashing ticket costs by 50 percent across its network and offering flexible subscription options. The move is designed to boost passenger numbers and strengthen regional rail connections, including the Annaba Tunis route.
Egypt advances 2,250km high-speed rail network to boost daily capacity
Egypt is constructing a 2,250km high-speed electric rail network and upgrading its conventional railways, aiming to transport up to 4 million passengers daily by 2030. The project is central to Egypt's strategy for integrated, sustainable mass transit.