Imagining Libya's Rail

A personal journal tracing ideas, inspirations, and possibilities for a future rail network that could bind Libyan cities, deserts, and coasts together.

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Tripoli Coastal Line

Sketching a high-frequency commuter service along the capital's shoreline, with stations embedded in existing neighborhoods and ferry terminals.

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Desert Spine Concept

Exploring the viability of a north-south corridor that connects Sabha to Sirte and onward to Benghazi, pairing freight logistics with passenger comfort.

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Stations as Civic Rooms

How future Libyan stations can become safe, shaded, and welcoming civic rooms that blend modern infrastructure with vernacular design cues.

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Concept Map

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Static schematic map illustrating future corridors — to be refined as studies progress.

Projects Timeline

2024

Network Vision Draft

Collected preliminary data on population centers, ports, and industrial sites to outline a phased rail vision for the next two decades.

2025

Corridor Feasibility Study

Begin assessing engineering constraints for coastal and desert alignments, including gradients, sand mitigation, and station access.

2026

Community Workshops

Host local workshops in Benghazi, Misrata, and Sabha to gather feedback on station placement, cultural integration, and service priorities.