Maseer: improving transportation between Arafat and Muzdalifah 

Maseer is a transportation system concept designed to improve mobility during Hajj by increasing capacity and reducing travel time between Arafat and Muzdalifah. The project aims to address overcrowding, physical exhaustion, and logistical challenges during peak pilgrimage periods. 

Objectives

• Design a transportation system that increases pilgrim capacity and reduces travel time.

• Reduce overcrowding and physical exhaustion during Hajj movement.

• Improve safety, reliability, and service availability along the route.

• Develop a scalable and economically viable solution aligned with Vision 2030 goals.

Outcomes & Contributions

• Achieved 1st Place in the Innovatech Hackathon (Technology in Tourism Track).

• Project was accepted into the Saudi Ministry of Transport and Logistics business accelerator.

• Increased transportation capacity to approximately 210,000 pilgrims.

• Reduced travel time between Arafat and Muzdalifah from 3 hours to 35 minutes.

• Contributed to system planning, concept development, and performance evaluation.

Technical Details & Skills

• Tools: Autodesk Inventor, Blender

• Skills: System design, problem solving, concept development

• Field: Transportation systems, infrastructure planning