📌 Project Overview
The Prince Abdullah Road Upgrade Project in Diriyah is a strategic initiative designed to enhance mobility while celebrating the city’s unique cultural and historical identity. The project focuses not only on improving the efficiency and safety of the road network, but also on integrating design elements that reflect the rich heritage of Diriyah, a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia’s national history.
This development forms part of the broader urban regeneration plans in the Kingdom, ensuring that infrastructure upgrades align with Vision 2030 objectives. The project aims to balance modern engineering solutions with traditional aesthetics, thereby creating a roadway that is both functional and symbolic of Diriyah’s heritage.
📌 FASSIELA Scope of Work
As part of the project team, FASSIELA contributed a wide range of specialized services covering both technical and cultural integration aspects. Our scope included:
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Traffic Signal Design
Development of optimized traffic signal systems to improve safety and traffic flow along the upgraded corridor. -
Hydrology Study & Stormwater Drainage
Conducted advanced hydrological analysis and designed stormwater drainage systems to ensure long-term resilience against flooding and water accumulation. -
Streetlighting & Utility Coordination
Designed sustainable streetlighting solutions and managed the allocation of utility corridors to accommodate essential services without disrupting aesthetics. -
BIM Modelling & Clash Analysis
Utilized Building Information Modelling (BIM) for all service networks, enabling efficient clash detection, design coordination, and integration across disciplines.
📌 Project Impact
The upgrade of Prince Abdullah Road is expected to deliver a modern yet culturally aligned urban corridor, improving traffic operations while enhancing the city’s visual identity. By embedding sustainability, safety, and heritage preservation within the project, Diriyah will stand as a model for future infrastructure developments that harmonize modernity with tradition.