Speed calmers at King Abdulaziz Airport access road

Case Study — Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

King Abdulaziz Airport
Speed Calmers

Custom Speed Calmers delivered low-disruption speed control on airport access roads at King Abdulaziz International Airport.

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King Abdulaziz Airport Speed Calmers

High vehicle speeds posed a significant safety risk at airport access points. Traditional concrete speed calming solutions were not feasible due to prolonged installation times and disruption. A solution was required that could be quickly implemented and easily removed if necessary.

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Saudi Speed Calmers - project context

The Challenge

  • High vehicle speeds posed a significant safety risk at airport access points
  • Traditional concrete speed calming solutions were not feasible due to prolonged installation times and disruption
  • A solution was required that could be quickly implemented and easily removed if necessary

Project Objectives

  1. To substantially reduce vehicle speeds in key areas around King Abdulaziz International Airport, ensuring safety for both pedestrians and drivers
  2. To implement a traffic calming solution with minimal disruption to airport operations
  3. To custom-fit the Speed Calmers to the specific dimensions and demands of the airport's road system without compromising the existing infrastructure
  4. To provide a durable traffic calming solution that requires minimal maintenance, ensuring long-lasting performance and cost-effectiveness over time

The Solution

  1. Speed Calmers were chosen for their proven effectiveness and suitability for high-traffic areas like airports
  2. Speed Calmers were tailored to fit specific road widths at the airport, ensuring a seamless integration with the existing road infrastructure
  3. Leveraging the pre-fabricated, modular design of the Speed Calmers, the installation team was able to install the solution quickly, significantly reducing downtime
  4. The modular nature of the Speed Calmers allows for easy adjustments, relocations, or removals if airport layouts or traffic flow patterns change in the future
Saudi Speed Calmers solution
Saudi Speed Calmers - solution installed

Results

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  • Immediate reduction in vehicle speeds, significantly enhancing road safety around the airport
  • Minimal disruption during installation, with the Speed Calmers being implemented efficiently without affecting the airport's operations
  • Contribution to the airport's sustainability goals by using a recycled and recyclable product
Saudi Speed Calmers completed
Saudi Speed Calmers - completed installation

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