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Makkah flyover transport study to be submitted for consideration

January 24th, 2012

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Makkah flyover transport study to be submitted for consideration

On Monday 23^rd of January 2012 Prince Khalid Al-Faisal bin Abdulaziz Governor of Makkah Government highlighted the importance of using suspended transport technology as used in Europe to reduce crowding. So we should implement this type of transport in Makkah during the peak Hajj and Umrah seasons.

Prince Khalid Al-Faisal bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Makkah Region and Chairman of Higher Commission for Monitoring Pilgrims Transport has directed that the results of the study reached by the Centre of Excellence for Hajj and Umrah Research at the University of Umm Al-Qura on the possibility of using flyover transport technology in Makkah in order to solve traffic jams and to improve Public Transport in Makkah and the Holy Sites during Hajj and Ramadan seasons.

Prince Khalid Al-Faisal bin Abdulaziz has issued directives to present a research report on the topic to the Follow-up Committee of Public Transport in Makkah and the Holy Sites to see if introducing this technology is a feasible option. The study on the possibility of using suspended transportation technology in Makkah was prepared by the Centre of Excellence for Hajj and Umrah Research at Umm Al-Qura University.

The governor of Makkah Prince Khalid Al-Faisal bin Abdulaziz issued the directive after reviewing the report presented to him by Umm Al-Qura University President Bakri Assas. During the meeting, Assas also briefed the governor on the recommendations of a workshop organized by the Centre of Excellence in October 2011.

Several experts and researchers from within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and abroad attended the workshop on Suspended Transportation and Crowd Control, organized in cooperation with the Transport and Crowd Management Centre at University of Toronto.

The Prince has issued his directives after reviewing a report presented to him by Rector of Umm Al-Qura University, Dr. Bakri bin Matouk Asas on the results of the Centre of Excellence on possibility of using flyover transport technology in Makkah.

The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) opened airports for airlines companies

January 24th, 2012

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The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) opened airports for airlines companies

On Saturday 21^st of January 2012 The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) invited tenders from airline companies as well as investors to operate domestic and international flights from Saudi Arabian airports.

The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) had start receiving tenders during the period starting from Sunday 22^nd of January 2012 and till the end of 18^th of March 2012. Interested parties can submit a letter of intent.

The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) announced that it would issue a request for proposal (RFP) in April 2012 and that the request for proposal (RFP) would furnish the bidders with more details and specific conditions for winning the license.

The aviation authority would also invite the qualified bidders to have an open meeting with specialists at The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) and the specialized consultancy company, which is working with the authority.

In a statement the official of The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) said that the open meeting would provide the bidders with an opportunity to make a strong bidding for the project through an audio-visual presentation. Field visits to Saudi Arabian airports will also be conducted for the bidders to get them well acquainted with the potential opportunities lay open in front of them.

The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) said that it would provide airline companies that make the best offer with all facilities to operate domestic and international flights successfully and we will not insist that they operate from specific airports and we will give them multiple options, including free selection of domestic routes. A licensed company will have the freedom to choose any Saudi Arabian airport as its hub and also to operate international flights. Licensed airline companies will be able to operate international flights within the limits of bilateral agreements.

Good News: Umrah packages for the month of Rabi-Al-Awwal

January 11th, 2012

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Good News: Umrah packages for the month of Rabi-Al-Awwal

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King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA) have done their home work for Umrah 2012

January 11th, 2012

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King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA) have done their home work for Umrah 2012

King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA), Jeddah is gearing up to receive an expected record influx of Umrah pilgrims this year. Following last year’s influx of pilgrims into the Kingdom for Hajj and Umrah, the authorities are expecting record numbers of pilgrims in 2012.

As part of the new Umrah plan, only pilgrims who have reserved return tickets for their departure will be allowed to enter the airport terminal, according to the airport chief.

The Director General of King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA), Abdul Hameed Abal Ari said that this arrangement was aimed at avoiding a heavy rush as well as to prevent a situation where pilgrims are stranded at the airport for a long time and we have virtually started preparations for the next Umrah season well in advance, and this was in coordination and planning with the concerned government agencies at the airport.

The Director General of King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA), explained that the Umrah season is quite different from the Hajj season in terms of its operations. The arrival halls of the Hajj Terminal at King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA) will start receiving pilgrims for the seven month season starting from 24^th of January 2012 (1^st of Rabi Al-Awwal 1433 A.H) and onwards. All arrangements are in place at the arrival halls to receive Umrah season flights until the end of 20^th of June 2012 (30^th of Rajab 1433 A.H). And for the remaining two months of the Umrah season Shaban and Ramadan, the airport authorities have advanced a special plan.

Abal Ari also announced plans to expand and renovate the arrival and departure halls of the terminal as well as ensure their proper maintenance. He also noted that there has been a substantial increase in the number of employees of various government agencies operating at the terminal.

The airport chief said witnessed the most successful Hajj operation during 2011 compared to previous years. Abdul Hameed Abal Ari also acknowledge that last year had been the most successful Hajj operation for KAIA and had seen more than 2.5 million pilgrims pass through on 10,650 flights.

Makkah governor calls for study to control Hajj squatters

January 6th, 2012

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Makkah governor calls for study to control Hajj squatters

On 6^th of January 2012 governor of Makkah Prince Khaled Al-Faisal has urged the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques Institute for Hajj & Umrah to conduct a detailed study on how to end the problem of squatters in public places during the Hajj season.

He also urged the institute’s researchers to conduct studies on the issue of people performing the annual pilgrimage without obtaining valid Hajj permits from Saudi authorities.

The governor said that I want this institute to become a lighthouse of research in Makkah and expressing hope that the institute would be transformed into a college in the near future considering its important role in improving services for the millions of pilgrims who come to Makkah for Hajj and Umrah.

Prince Khaled Al-Faisal thanked Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Abdullah for changing the name of Hajj research institute affiliated to Umm Al-Qura University. Prince Khaled Al-Faisal made this comment while receiving Bakri Assas, president of Umm Al-Qura University and chairman of the committee that supervises the institute, and Abdul Aziz Sarouji, the institute’s dean, as well as its senior officials.

The governor appreciated the contributions made by the institute during the past years. Prince Khaled Al-Faisal we have benefited a lot from its research and studies while carrying out the various development projects in Makkah and the holy sites.

He specifically noted the institute’s support to designing the new expansions of the Grand Mosque and the mataf, the circumambulation area around the Holy Kaaba. He urged the officials to exert more efforts toward improving services for pilgrims.

The president said that we also have a center of excellence for research on Hajj and Umrah. We have a plan to increase the number of academic staff in Makkah and Madinah.

Taif businessmen call for swift development of airport

December 19th, 2011

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Taif businessmen call for swift development of airport.

The local communities of Taif have demanded a speedy development of the old airport in their city. During peak season it could operate Hajj and Umrah flights, besides promoting business and tourism in the region.

The local people of Taif that the regional airport in Taif should be upgrade to an international level in order to divide the burden of Hajj flights to King Abdulaziz Airport in Jeddah. They also told that the airport’s distance to Makkah was not more than the distance between Jeddah and Makkah.

The development and opening of the airport for international flights was vital to exploit the tourist and business potential of Taif to the maximum.

Taif businessman community said Hajj flights should be operated to and from Taif so the city could get a share of the profitable business activities related to the pilgrimage. Taif used to do brisk business during Hajj seasons, as all pilgrims arriving in the Kingdom via land passed through the city. The city’s old business status could be resumed if a considerable number of Hajj flights were operated from Taif.

Al-Suwat plans to request the new Hajj minister to revive the role of Taif in the Hajj services. He said the existing infrastructure such as roads, and hotels were good enough to serve pilgrims in large numbers.

Member of Taif Municipal Council, Ahmad Al-Shohaib, said the increase in flights to the airport would open up more employment opportunities to Saudis, especially in hotels and tour operations.

Chairman of the Taif Chamber of Commerce and Industry Naif Al-Adwani said there were signs of authorities showing interest in developing the airport. He hoped that eventually Taif would become the second largest pilgrims’ entry point after Jeddah.

A source at the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) said a project is in the pipeline to expand the airport.

In September last year, GACA announced its plan to build a new airport Taif with advanced facilities. Taif Gov. Fahd bin Muammar said land has been handed to the GACA to build the new airport.

The existing airport in Taif, which cannot receive large aircraft, was built in 1955.

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