Diriyah Company announces completion of the Western Ring Road infrastructure construction work

Diriyah Company concluded and delivered the infrastructure construction work for the Western Ring Road, at exit 38 on time and on budget, connecting Diriyah , The City of Earth, with one of the capital’s main highways. Spanning an impressive length of 435 meters, the tunnel connects a total of eight lanes on the southbound and northbound routes respectively, contributing to the targeted goals of traffic safety improvement and enhancing the quality of life for citizens and residents by ensuring a more seamless and smoother transportation experience while providing better access to Diriyah and the rest of Riyadh.

The official delivery of the road represents a significant milestone in advancing Diriyah’s transportation infrastructure. His Excellency Eng. Saleh Al-Jasser, Minister of Transport and Logistics Services and then Director of Public Security Lieutenant General Mohammed Al-Bassami, and then Eng. Ahmed Al-Balowi, the Deputy of Riyadh Region’s Municipality for Operations and Maintenance, along with Jerry Inzerillo, GCEO of Diriyah Company, celebrated this achievement in a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Inzerillo highlighted the ongoing progress of infrastructure works for the Diriyah project and expressed gratitude to the Riyadh Traffic Police Department, as well as The Riyadh Municipality, for their invaluable support in reaching this milestone.

This achievement marks a substantial step forward for Diriyah as it works to improve the driving experience for both visitors and residents exploring Diriyah. More than 7 million work hours were dedicated to the construction of the tunnel, enabling it to facilitate the passage of over 10,280 vehicles per hour. The development of the tunnel was also instrumental in facilitating further infrastructure works for the largest land bridge between the western and eastern sides of Diriyah, in addition to enabling works for the infrastructure encapsulated by the underground gyratory road. Moreover, it will act as the foundation for one of the largest parks in the Kingdom, seamlessly connecting the diverse history and culture of Diriyah, and connecting it via King Salman Boulevard to King Saud University, symbolizing the harmonious transition from past to future.

Jerry Inzerillo, Group Chief Executive Officer of Diriyah Company, commented on this milestone, saying “I am so pleased to announce this pivotal moment as we re-divert traffic onto the main carriageway, which signals the completion of a crucial phase in the development of Diriyah’s transport infrastructure. This milestone is the first of many key infrastructure improvements aimed at making Diriyah a premier destination. This vital tunnel, part of our broader highway and access improvements, sets the stage for Diriyah’s future as a seamlessly connected urban and cultural hub, easing access in, out and through the project. As we celebrate this accomplishment, we look ahead to further milestones, focusing on the integration of key access points, including the expansive 10,500-space car park in Diriyah Square. Our tremendous progress not only elevates the customer experience for our tenants but also marks a big step forward on Diriyah’s journey toward unparalleled convenience and accessibility for all.”

Diriyah Company is a dynamic mixed-use premium developer that is redefining urban planning to transform Saudi Arabia’s historic birthplace into a new capital of culture, entertainment, education, and the arts, and one of the greatest gathering places in the world. The newly opened tunnel will facilitate access to Diriyah’s many planned diverse offerings, including At-Turaif, the UNESCO World Heritage Site and Bujairi Terrace, the Kingdom’s premier dining destination, bringing together restaurants from across a variety of culinary traditions, including renowned local and global restaurants in addition to four international Michelin-star brands. Diriyah will also be home to an array of luxury hospitality offerings such as The Ritz-Carlton, Diriyah, The Four Seasons Hotel Diriyah, Bab Samhan, a Luxury Collection Hotel Diriyah, and many others. Additionally, Diriyah Square, set to become one of the Kingdom’s largest shopping destinations, and the recently announced Royal Diriyah Opera House, are central to the first phase of the Diriyah masterplan, helping to realize the objective of attracting over 50 million annual visits by 2030.