le renforcement de l’innovation technologique dans le secteur des transports débattu
Summary: Technological Innovation in Algeria’s Transport Sector
On Thursday, Saïd Sayoud, the Minister of Transport, alongside Noureddine Ouadah, the Minister of Knowledge Economy, Startups, and Micro-Enterprises, co-led a strategic meeting aimed at enhancing technological innovation within Algeria’s transport sector. The gathering, held at the Ministry of Transport’s headquarters, involved senior officials from both ministries, executives from various transport-related groups, and representatives from startups focused on cutting-edge technological solutions.
The meeting served as a platform to discuss the integration of modern technology across different transport modalities—land, maritime, and aerial—highlighting the potential benefits of smart solutions provided by startups. This initiative aligns with Algeria’s national strategy for economic development, which emphasizes knowledge-driven growth and improved inter-governmental coordination.
The discussions included key areas such as the modernization of the air transport sector, with Sayoud emphasizing the need for technological advancements at the Houari Boumediene International Airport in Algiers. The ministers also addressed the incorporation of modern technologies in land transport for both passengers and freight, underscoring the importance of improving the management of the National Railway Transport Company (SNTF).
Regarding maritime transport, the meeting explored avenues for implementing modern systems to upgrade ports and shipping lines. An outcome of the discussion was a commitment to support startups in providing innovative solutions for the transport sector. A working group comprising officials from both ministries and startup managers will be created to draft an action plan.
Sayoud reiterated the government’s dedication to modernizing the transport infrastructure, categorizing transport as a "vital artery" for the national economy. Ouadah echoed this sentiment, stressing the vital role of startups in developing innovative solutions tailored to national needs. He noted that these companies hold the potential for advancing productivity within ports and airports through the development of digital systems.
Overall, the meeting underscored Algeria’s commitment to leveraging technology and innovation as fundamental components of its transport sector’s future growth and efficiency.
Expanded Content: Technological Innovation in Algeria’s Transport Sector
On Thursday, a pivotal strategic meeting was convened by Saïd Sayoud, Algeria’s Minister of Transport, in collaboration with Noureddine Ouadah, the Minister of Knowledge Economy, Startups, and Micro-Enterprises. This meeting, held at the Ministry of Transport’s headquarters, was designed to foster discussions around implementing technological innovations within the nation’s transport sector.
In attendance were key executives from both ministries, leading figures from various transport organizations, and representatives from emerging startups specializing in innovative technological solutions. This diverse assembly aimed to explore the integration of modern technologies across the three primary modes of transport: terrestrial, maritime, and aerial.
The joint communiqué following the meeting highlighted several core topics addressed during the discussions. Key among them was the initiative’s alignment with Algeria’s national economic strategy, which underlines the importance of knowledge-based development and enhancing coordination among different government sectors. The emphasis was placed on modernizing the air transport infrastructure, particularly focusing on the Houari Boumediene International Airport in Algiers. Sayoud related that the transport ministry is actively pursuing modernization efforts to pivot the airport towards the implementation of cutting-edge technologies.
The meeting also explored improvements in land transport, particularly in the management processes of the National Railway Transport Company (SNTF). A critical discussion point was the necessity of integrating modern management systems that could enhance efficiency, safety, and service delivery within land transport networks. The transit of passengers and goods was highlighted as an area ripe for improvement through technological interventions.
In the maritime transport sector, both ministers deliberated on means to employ modern systems to modernize ports and shipping lines. The participants recognized that upgrading port infrastructure and maritime operations is essential for better trade facilitation and competitiveness in the region.
In closing, the ministers expressed a clear commitment to support startups in their quest to provide innovative solutions tailored to the sector’s needs. A proposal was made to establish a working group that would comprise officials from both ministries and startup leaders. This group is expected to outline an actionable plan that aligns technological advancements with sectoral needs.
Sayoud emphasized that these efforts are part of a broader government initiative to revitalize the transport sector as a crucial element of the national economy, which he described as the “vital artery” of economic activity. Ouadah reinforced this perspective, highlighting that startups possess the agility and creativity needed to fuel technological innovations that directly address national challenges.
Overall, the meeting marked a decisive step towards thriving technology integration in Algeria’s transport system, promising a future where innovation and efficiency converge to express the country’s aspirations for enhanced economic growth and competitiveness.
