The Egyptian Cabinet has dismissed reports regarding the permanent removal of Alexandria’s iconic Ramleh Tram, clarifying that the line is undergoing a comprehensive rehabilitation and modernization effort rather than a shutdown. The Ministry of Transport’s overhaul aims to modernize the aging infrastructure, which had previously led to declining ridership and increased urban congestion. Increased frequency: Reducing waiting times (headway) from 9 minutes to just 3 minutes. Strategic integration: The modernized tram will serve as a backbone for Alexandria’s Green Sustainable Transport strategy. It is designed to integrate seamlessly with the Alexandria Metro at the Victoria and Sidi Gaber stations, creating a unified transit network.

Source: Egypt Independent February 06, 2026 04:50 UTC