Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) has reported exceptional operational performance for Q3 2025, transporting 7.5 million tons of cargo and serving 2.8 million passengers across its expanding network, marking significant progress in the Kingdom’s transportation sector development. The state railway operator’s latest results demonstrate substantial achievements in operational efficiency, environmental sustainability, and workforce development.
Operational Excellence and Environmental Impact
The quarterly results highlight SAR’s crucial role in modernizing Saudi Arabia’s logistics infrastructure. By facilitating the movement of 7.5 million tons of minerals and goods, SAR has effectively eliminated more than 359,000 truck journeys from the Kingdom’s roads during the third quarter. This operational efficiency has generated remarkable environmental benefits, including savings of over 32 million liters of fuel and a reduction of 84,000 tons in carbon emissions annually.
Workforce Development and Training Initiatives
In line with Saudi Arabia’s commitment to developing local talent, SAR has invested significantly in its workforce during Q3 2025. The company provided more than 30,000 training hours across various technical and operational disciplines, reinforcing its position as a leader in professional development within the Kingdom’s transportation sector.
Strategic Growth and Future Planning
Dr. Bashar Al-Malik, CEO of Saudi Arabia Railways, emphasized that these results align with SAR’s comprehensive 2035 strategy. The strategy focuses on creating an integrated and sustainable rail network that will enhance the company’s contribution to the national economy while supporting the broader objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy.
Vision 2030 Alignment
SAR’s impressive Q3 2025 performance directly supports Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 objectives for transportation and logistics sector excellence. By reducing road congestion, decreasing carbon emissions, and investing in national talent, SAR is playing a vital role in transforming the Kingdom into a global logistics hub while contributing to environmental sustainability goals and human capital development – key pillars of Vision 2030.