Saudi Transport Authority partners with engineers body to boost road code compliance

The General Authority for Roads has formed a strategic alliance with the Saudi Council of Engineers to elevate road code compliance and fortify quality and safety standards throughout Saudi Arabia's road projects. This partnership, aimed at bolstering adherence to the Saudi Road Code and its technical specifications, is part of broader efforts to elevate benchmarks to globally recognized best practices.

The collaboration will involve regular workshops to educate on the Saudi Road Code's requirements and compliance measurement, alongside heightened awareness campaigns for engineering offices about approved standards and specifications. Joint coordination with pertinent entities is also a cornerstone of this partnership, fostering the application of the code and bolstering road infrastructure performance and quality.

The General Authority for Roads remains steadfast in its commitment to ongoing cooperation with its strategic partners, notably the Saudi Council of Engineers, to ensure the comprehensive and effective implementation of the Saudi Road Code. This commitment aligns with the goals of the Road Sector Program, which prioritizes quality, safety, and the integration of traffic safety measures in line with the International Road Assessment Programme (IRAP) classification.