Connecting. Transport strategies that really work are not about roads, cars, bikes and buses; they re about people.

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2 1 Transport strategies that really work are not about roads, cars, bikes and buses; they re about people. (singular. a trip, a voyage, to travel) Download our app and explore augmented reality to find out how our talented designers, engineers and project managers in the Middle East are helping to move the world forward. Instructions 1. Use your mobile device (Apple or Andoid compatible) to download the Voyago app. 2. Once into the app, go to the Explore section and scan the specially marked trigger images from this book. 3. You can get more information and find trigger images at our website visit Effective planning, which considers all modes of transportation, is essential if we re to meet long term visions for a sustainable future, where people will have real choices about how they travel. Delivering an appropriate and successful transportation network, whether at a neighbourhood level or regionwide, is an exciting challenge it s about moving the world forward. We work with our clients and partners to develop transport solutions which are fully integrated into communities and their urban environments; which will meet people s needs both today and tomorrow. Connecting

3 2 3 Contents Dubai Metro 5 Al Marayah Island roads and bridges 25 Abu Dhabi Cycle and Pedestrian 39 Masterplan Al Mashaaer Al Mugaddassah Metro 47 Al Ain Bus Station 61 King Abdulaziz International Airport 69 Future Metro 81

4 4 5 More than 1,000 Atkins experts provided full multidisciplinary design services and management of civil works. First phase completed on time to open on 09/09/2009. More than 450,000 passenger journeys per day (source: RTA). The metro has transformed Dubai as a city and is at the heart of its public transport network. Dubai Metro

5 6 At over 75km, the Dubai metro network is the longest automated driverless metro in the world

6 8 More than 1,000 Atkins experts from across the world helped deliver this remarkable project 9

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13 24 25 Our approach incorporates flexibility to adapt for tomorrow s needs Design and supervision for Phase 1 roads and bridges across 100-hectare island development. Different levels separate heavy traffic from surface streets. Integrated approach to infrastructure enabling a lively, user-friendly urban hub. Future proofed design incorporates corridors for different modes of public transportation. Al Marayah Island roads and bridges

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19 38 Creating an environment which promotes active lifestyles 39 Major study to support plans for a more pedestrian and cyclist-friendly environment. Working with multiple stakeholders to develop a workable approach. Top priority given to safety and convenience. Clear, consistent and coherent design approach to understand current and future needs. Draws on international benchmarking and best practice guidance to adopt strategies which work. Encourages and enables healthy living and a more sustainable future. Abu Dhabi Cycle & Pedestrian Masterplan

20 40 The masterplan considers how to encourage positive attitudes to exercise 41 Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi opens once a week for cyclists, runners and walkers.

21 42 43 Sports events and activities can support sustainable culture and tourism, strengthening a city s brand value as a regional and global destination. Good urban design improves wellbeing by enabling active lifestyles which help prevent poor health.

22 44 45 Atkins colleagues join in sporting activities throughout the year, including the Abu Dhabi Color Run. (pictured)

23 46 Enabling safe and convenient transportation for pilgrims 47 Safely transports up to 72,000 passengers per hour into the Holy City of Makkah. Nine stations, one depot and 18km of viaduct. Worked in close partnership to deliver project in just 22 months. Al Mashaaer Al Mugaddassah Metro

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25 50 51 Use of BIM was critical in meeting the fast-track programme

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27 54 55 The project was completed in time for the 2010 Hajj pilgrimage

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30 60 61 Stand-out design and user-friendly focus. Strong emphasis on achieving high sustainable design credentials. Supports agenda to encourage behavioural change by making public transport an attractive and accessible travel option. Partnership approach with contractor to fully understand and deliver client s vision. Al Ain Bus Depot

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34 68 At the peak of the design phase, a specialist Atkins team somewhere around the world was working on the project nearly every hour of every day. World-class transportation hub for Jeddah, including a 640,000 m² passenger terminal. The thinking behind the design process optimises sustainability and energy efficiency. The project s deep complexity required around 50,000 highly technical drawings. Specialist materials for the vast roof prevent micro-climate overheating. 69 King Abdulaziz International Airport

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37 74 75 Energy consumption expected to be 18% lower than industry standard

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39 79 As an engineer, you dream of being able to work on a project like this; it will bring huge improvements for the millions of visitors to Jeddah. Ian Redmayne, project director

40 80 81 We re playing a key role in designing the region s next generation of metro networks. Use of sophisticated BIM technology enables stronger collaboration and innovative solutions. We re pushing the boundaries of sustainable metro design. Integrated transport planning puts the needs of end users first. Future Metro

41 82 83 We re passionate about creating better, more liveable cities

42 84 85 Our Metro work is drawing on specialist staff from across the region, as well as India, Hong Kong and the UK.

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46 92 We share the vision of our clients every step of the way Transport strategies that really work are not about roads, cars, bikes and buses; they re about people. Connecting

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