Schindler delivers 150 lifts and escalators to Mecca
Schindler has received a major order from Saudi Arabia. The Ebikon-based company will supply 150 lifts and escalators for the major Masar project in Mecca. A Schindler robotic system will also be used for the installation.
Schindler has booked a major order from Saudi Arabia, according to a media release. This will see it supply a total of 150 lifts and escalators for the Masar urban development project in Mecca. The units will be used in the latest development phase of the project. Specifically, according to Schinder, this involves a mixed-use building with hotels, restaurants and shops. The total area of the building is 1.2 million square metres.
Schindler’s lifts and escalators will be used to transport both people and goods. Among the 150 units are 44 Schindler 7000 lifts, which will be installed with Schindler’s R.I.S.E robotic installation system. This can be operated autonomously and can, for example, drill holes for anchor bolts and set them. It is now being used for the first time in Saudi Arabia.
In light of the project, Schindler is also expanding its partnership with Umm Al Qura for Development & Construction, based in Jeddah.