Egypt Daily News – President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi visited the new Upper Egypt train station in the Bashteel area of Giza Governorate on Saturday.
During the tour, he received a comprehensive overview from the Vice President of the Egyptian Company for Investment and Development regarding the station’s significant strategic location, situated centrally between Ramses and Giza Train Stations and positioned as a gateway to Upper Egypt.
The station, covering an area of 60 acres, is strategically placed to connect various vital roads and transportation networks, including major axes like the 26th of July Axis and the Airport Road.
It will serve as an interchange station for public transport, notably linking with the West Nile Monorail and the third line of the subway.
The main station structure spans 31,000 square meters and is designed with several levels: a basement parking garage, a ticketing hall and administrative offices on the ground floor, and commercial malls on the upper floors.
The infrastructure of the station includes workshops capable of servicing locomotives and carriages, as well as a washing facility and fuel station, demonstrating a commitment to modernizing Egypt’s railway capabilities.
Additionally, the construction includes advanced safety systems, extensive parking facilities, and is designed to accommodate a projected footfall of 250,000 passengers daily.
The station is geared towards creating an efficient, smart transport hub, facilitated by various automated systems for booking and security.
Minister of Transport and Industry Kamel El-Wazir highlighted the inclusion of specialized facilities aimed at supporting individuals with disabilities, enhancing accessibility within the station.
He also summarized the diverse rolling stock available for trains, emphasizing recent upgrades and refurbishments.
Overall, the development of the Upper Egypt train station marks a significant stride in Egypt’s transportation infrastructure, aiming to improve connectivity and accessibility while supporting economic growth in the region.
