The Saudi Arabia Passenger Information System Market is anticipated to expand at a high CAGR over the forecast period.
The Saudi Arabian passenger information system is growing at a significant rate, driven by investments under the Vision 2030, a growing focus on modernization of public transport and improving customer experience. The rapid urbanization and growing population are driving the demand for real-time, reliable transportation systems. At the same time, advancements in technology such as digital signage, mobile apps and data analytics are driving the market growth.
The Saudi Arabia Passenger Information System Market is segmented by:
Component: By component, the market is divided into hardware, software, and services
System Functionality: By system functionality, it is classified into real-time passenger information displays, audio announcements & emergency communication, infotainment & value-added services, and mobile & web integration.
End User: By end-user, the market is segmented into airways, railways & metros, and roadways.
Growing driven in multimedia displays
There is an increasing trend in demand for multimedia displays such as LED screens, digital signage, and interactive touchscreens. They are delivering real-time passenger information across various transport modes.
Drivers:
Rise in support and Investment by Government: The Passenger Information System market in Saudi Arabia is driven by major infrastructure projects like the Riyadh Metro, NEOM smart city, airport expansions (e.g., King Salman International Airport), and rail developments under Vision 2030. For example, Advantech had deployed the Advantech ARS-P3800 in the Railway Panel PC at the Qatar Doha metro. One of its products is the Taipei MRT, which uses dot matrix LED. ST Engineering’s PIS solutions are deployed at on 69 stations on Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Metro Lines 1, 2, 4, 5 and 6.
Challenges:
Data Security Concerns: The market for PIS is facing hindrances due to data security and privacy issues, which are affecting both the systems' effective implementation and passengers' trust in their use. Because PIS primarily depends on data communication and interconnected networks, it is vulnerable to several cyber security risks, including malware, hacking, and unauthorized access.
The market is fragmented, with many notable players, including Advantech Co., Ltd, Huawei Technologies, Cisco, Hitachi, ST Engineering, Amadeus IT Group, SWARCO, Siemens AG, Thales S.A., Alstom S.A., Indra Sistemas S.A., Teleste, Toshiba Corporation, and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation.
Collaboration: In May 2025, Cisco expanded its partnership with Saudi Arabia through HUMAIN. It is a national AI enterprise to build an advanced AI infrastructure. While the initiative spans multiple sectors, it has direct implications for Passenger Information Systems by providing scalable, secure, and AI-powered platforms essential for smart airports, metro systems, and mega events like Riyadh Expo 2030 and the FIFA World Cup 2034.
Partnership: In November 2024, Alstom partnered with the Saudi Railway Company (SAR). It is a SAR 300 million contract for improving the maintenance of east-west freight locomotives for the next five years. This includes Alstom’s HealthHub™, a real-time digital monitoring and predictive maintenance platform.
Contract: In 2025, Huawei signed an MoU with the King Salman International Airport Development Corporation (KSIADC) to provide AI, IoT, and private 5G technologies for the new King Salman International Airport in Riyadh.
Investment: In 2024, Cisco invested in Saudi Arabia to expand in the digital transformation market. The Ministry of Investment has granted Cisco the Regional Headquarter license in August 2023, to support the company’s operations in the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region.
| Report Metric | Details |
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| Forecast Unit | Billion |
| Growth Rate | Ask for a sample |
| Study Period | 2018 to 2028 |
| Historical Data | 2018 to 2021 |
| Base Year | 2022 |
| Forecast Period | 2023 – 2028 |
| Segmentation | Product, Type, End-user |
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