Ghardaïa–El Menia railway section (230 km) – USD 1.1bn construction contract won by Chinese/Algerian joint venture
قسم السكة الحديدية غرداية – المنيعة (230 كم) – عقد إنشاء بقيمة 1.1 مليار دولار لتحالف صيني جزائري
Earthworks, track, ballast/sleeper and camp suppliers: JV now mobilising on a 230 km Saharan rail section worth USD 1.1bn.
| Type | Contract award |
|---|---|
| Status | Contract awarded – subcontracting open |
| Country | Algeria · Ghardaïa |
| Client / owner | Algerian state rail developer (ANESRIF) |
| Awarded to | Chinese/Algerian joint venture (members not disclosed) |
| Value | USD 1.1bn |
| Announced | 13 Oct 2026 |
| Project type | Rail & metro, Bridges & tunnels |
Trades and packages needed
- Earthworks, excavation & site grading (main package)
- Railway track & systems installation (main package)
- Bridge & flyover construction
- Storm-water drainage & culverts
- Concrete works (in-situ)
- Precast & prestressed concrete
- ELV, ICT & security systems (CCTV, access, cabling)
- Ready-mix concrete, cement & aggregates
- Steel, rebar & structural sections supply
- Equipment & crane rental
- Camps, temporary facilities & catering
What to do
The contract has been awarded. The winner will now buy materials and subcontract packages – contact their procurement team.