The Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) started its journey in 2006, founded by the Public Investment Fund (PIF). With Paid-up capital of 1 billion and a Board of Directors of 7 members, to implement a railway that links communities throughout the region by the highest international safety and performance operating standards. SAR plays a significant and prominent role in supporting the country’s development and economic diversification efforts, as it’s responsible for transporting 60 million tons of cargo since the freight operations started and 2.9 million of passengers annually, aiming to provide a safe and comfortable transportation experience and meeting the growing needs and the strategic initiatives set to bolster the Kingdom socioeconomic growth. In 2016, a royal decree named SAR as the infra owner of all Saudi Arabian rail projects between cities. In 2018, SAR launched the Haramain High-Speed train Passenger services. In 2021, a resolution of the Council of Ministers has been issued, assigning SAR to take over the operations and management of the network from the Saudi Railways Organization (SRO) with the goals of building an integrated transportation system that provides the necessary efficiencies and legislations that enable the railway sector to maximize its potential in transforming the Kingdom into a logistical hub.