Major Transport Hub Plan for Tel Aviv's Savidor Station Advances

Developed by NTA Metropolitan Mass Transit System Ltd. and designed by HQ Architects, the project aims to create seamless above and below-ground connections. A central passenger hall will link the M1 metro line, the Red and Purple light rail lines, the existing Israel Railways station, and a future high-speed rail station. To improve passenger experience and free up street level for public spaces, the electric bus terminal and light rail stations will be moved underground. The hub is projected to handle approximately 55,000 passengers during peak morning hours.

In addition to transit facilities, the plan incorporates extensive urban development, adding 700,000 square meters for employment, commerce, hotels, residences, and public plazas. The project also includes covering parts of the Ayalon highway to improve pedestrian and cyclist connectivity between Tel Aviv, Ramat Gan, and Givatayim. While the Shalom Interchange was previously considered for the main hub, Savidor was ultimately chosen due to its superior capacity and connectivity.

According to Globes, some industry sources have expressed concerns regarding the extensive commercial aspects of the project, questioning their impact on the hub's primary transit function. The plan will now undergo review by district committees and public objections before final government approval.