The Egyptian Railway Authority has announced that several railway lines will experience delays on Monday, October 12, 2026, due to ongoing development projects aimed at enhancing safety and services for passengers. These projects involve comprehensive upgrades across all railway lines. The authority has apologized for the inconvenience caused by these delays, citing work on renewing and maintaining tracks, upgrading crossings and stations, and modernizing signaling systems.
On the "Qalyub - Shibin Al-Qanatir - Zagazig - Mansoura" line, the average delay is expected to be around 45 minutes. This line is one of several that will be affected by the ongoing work. The railway authority is undertaking these projects to improve the overall efficiency and safety of the railway network.
The development projects currently underway include the renewal and maintenance of railway tracks, upgrading of level crossings and stations, and the modernization of railway signaling systems. These upgrades are designed to enhance the safety and efficiency of train operations, as well as improve the overall passenger experience.
In addition to the Qalyub - Mansoura line, other lines are also expected to experience delays. For instance, the average delay on the "Benha - Port Said" line is expected to be around 90 minutes, while on the "Tanta - Damietta" line, the average delay is expected to be 45 minutes. These delays are part of a broader effort to upgrade the railway network across Egypt.
The Egyptian Railway Authority has apologized to passengers for the inconvenience caused by these delays. The authority has assured passengers that these projects are essential for improving the safety and quality of railway services in the long term. Passengers are advised to plan their journeys accordingly and allow for extra time to reach their destinations.
Similar delays were reported on previous days, with an average delay of 60 minutes expected on lines serving the governorates of Upper Egypt on Tuesday, October 6, 2026. The railway authority is working to minimize disruptions and ensure that passengers can travel safely and efficiently.
The ongoing development projects are part of a larger effort to modernize Egypt's railway network and improve the passenger experience. The projects are expected to be completed in the near future, after which the railway network is expected to operate more efficiently and safely. Key projects are being undertaken to upgrade infrastructure and services.
Key points
- Delays are expected on several railway lines in Egypt due to ongoing development projects.
- The Egyptian Railway Authority has apologized for the inconvenience caused by these delays.
- The projects aim to enhance safety and services for passengers in the long term.
