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Adly Mansour Transportation Hub

Cairo, Egypt

2006 - 2022

MetroMobilityPublic Private PartnershipsTransportation

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Project Description

Approach Words: Integrated City, Sustainability, Urban Livability

Public Policy Instruments: Communicative, Financial Mechanism, Physical Intervention, Planning, Regulatory

The Adly Mansour Transportation Hub is a new development project located in Cairo, Egypt, serving as a central interchange hub for metro, bus, and rail networks.¹ As the largest multi-modal transportation hub in the Middle East and Africa, it seamlessly integrates multiple transport systems under one roof.²
Construction commenced in 2018 after President Abdel Fattah El-SISi laid the foundation stone, with full launch in July 2022.³ It envisions a “modern, integrated transportation gateway for Cairo and the region”.⁴ Its objectives align with Egypt’s Vision 2030 and the National Strategy for Sustainable Transport.⁵ Its key goals include enhancing urban mobility, reducing traffic congestion, supporting economic growth,⁶ and strengthening connections between Cairo’s suburbs and new cities, including the New Administrative Capital.⁷

Title: The transportation hub brings together Cairo’s subway, light rail to the new administrative capital, and heavily used bus routes.

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Title: Adly Mansour Transportation Hub main hall

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Title: Metro entrance of the Adly Mansour Transportation Hub

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Title: Infographic for the project summary

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Title: The transportation hub brings together Cairo’s subway, light rail to the new administrative capital, and heavily used bus routes.

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Title: Adly Mansour Transportation Hub main hall

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Title: Metro entrance of the Adly Mansour Transportation Hub

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Title: Infographic for the project summary

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Spanning 15 feddans (63000 square meters), the Adly Mansour Transportation Hub offers a comprehensive mix of transit and commercial facilities,⁸ including:

A central metro station linking Line 3 and future metro expansions, designed to handle high passenger volumes.⁹
Bus terminals, taxi stands, and parking areas designed to facilitate seamless intermodal transfers.¹⁰
A light Rail Transit (LRT) system connecting the hub to the New Administrative Capital and other emerging cities.
Retail spaces and food courts, providing convenience for commuters.¹¹
A dedicated Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system ‘Adly Mansour’ for better urban connectivity.
Pedestrian bridges and air-conditioned waiting areas to enhanced accessibility and comfort.¹²
Sustainability features, including solar panels and rainwater harvesting systems, to reduce environmental impact.¹³
Smart digital infrastructure, such as real-time tracking screens, to optimize passenger flow.¹⁴
A modular design, allowing for future expansions, including potential connections to regional rail networks.¹⁵

Owner/Developer (Public)

Ministry of Transport ²³

Consultant/Designer

Systra ²⁴

The Consulting Bureau Prof. Adel Gabr (CBAG)²⁵

Funder

The Sovereign Fund of Egypt (SFE)²⁶

Contractor/Implementer

The Arab Contractors Company

Orascom Construction ²⁷

Owner/Developer (Public)

Ministry of Transport ²³

Contractor/Implementer

The Arab Contractors Company

Orascom Construction ²⁷

Funder

The Sovereign Fund of Egypt (SFE)²⁶

Consultant/Designer

Systra ²⁴

The Consulting Bureau Prof. Adel Gabr (CBAG)²⁵

The Egyptian government, in collaboration with the Ministry of Transport, led the project, with the National Authority for Tunnels (NAT) overseeing technical execution.¹⁶ Engineering and construction were managed through a joint venture between Arab Contractors and Orascom Construction.¹⁷ Implementation and development took place in three main phases:

First Phase [2018-2020]: Site preparation and tunnel boring for Line 3 extensions.¹⁸
Second Phase [2020-2022]: Construction of terminals and installation of smart systems.¹⁹
Third Phase [2022-Ongoing]: Operational testing and integration with regional rail networks.²⁰

Not yet fully operational, Adly Mansour Transportation Hub has garnered international acclaim, winning ENR’s 2022 Best Project in Rail Transit and global recognition for its innovative design and execution.²¹ Future expansion plans tend to further extend metro and rail connections, accommodating Cairo’s growing population and increasing passenger demand.²²

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References

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Enterprise. (n.d.). ‘How Egypt built its first transit hub’. Enterprise. Retrieved March 1, 2025, from https://enterprise.press/hardhats/egypt-built-first-transit-hub/
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MLS, A. (2024). ‘Adly Mansour Metro Station: A Pillar of Cairo’s Transport Future’. ARAB MLS. Retrieved March 1, 2025, from https://arabmls.org/adly-mansour-metro-station/
ENR. (n.d.). ‘Best Project Rail/Transit: Adly Mansour Transportation Hub | Engineering News-Record’. Retrieved March 1, 2025, from https://www.enr.com/articles/55543-best-project-rail-transit-adly-mansour-transportation-hub
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ENR. (n.d.). ‘Best Project Rail/Transit: Adly Mansour Transportation Hub | Engineering News-Record’. Retrieved March 1, 2025, from https://www.enr.com/articles/55543-best-project-rail-transit-adly-mansour-transportation-hub
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Luxury Lifestyle Awards. (n.d.). ‘Iconic Egyptian Multi-Transportation Hub Gets Global Recognition’. Luxury Lifestyle Awards. Retrieved March 1, 2025, from https://luxurylifestyleawards.com/experience/iconic-egyptian-multi-transportation-hub-gets-global-recognition
Youm7. (n.d.). ‘محطة عدلى منصور.. الأكبر بالشرق الأوسط بمساحة 15 فدانا وتضم شبكة أنفاق – اليوم السابع’. Retrieved March 1, 2025, from https://www.youm7.com/story/2023/5/30/%D9%85%D8%AD%D8%B7%D8%A9-%D8%B9%D8%AF%D9%84%D9%89-%D9%85%D9%86%D8%B5%D9%88%D8%B1-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D9%83%D8%A8%D8%B1-%D8%A8%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B4%D8%B1%D9%82-%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%A3%D9%88%D8%B3%D8%B7-%D8%A8%D9%85%D8%B3%D8%A7%D8%AD%D8%A9-15-%D9%81%D8%AF%D8%A7%D9%86%D8%A7-%D9%88%D8%AA%D8%B6%D9%85/6196144
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