RIYADH: Commuters across Riyadh will soon see enhanced shopping and dining options as the city’s metro network undergoes a major commercial transformation.
The Royal Commission for Riyadh City has partnered with global real estate advisory firm JLL to develop a comprehensive retail strategy and manage leasing across the network, according to a press release.
Under the agreement, JLL will implement a retail plan for Riyadh Metro covering tenant mix, rental analysis, and leasing cycles for 733 commercial units across 85 metro stations and 2,900 bus stops.
The new development comes as the metro network completed a major milestone of carrying 100 million passengers in August, since its launch in December 2024.
Dana Williamson, head of offices and business space for Middle East and North Africa at JLL, said: “Our strategic partnership as the leasing adviser for the Riyadh Metro commercial network is a powerful affirmation of JLL’s commitment to championing Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and its ambitious urban transformation goals.”
