Research and Engineering Studies

The National Transport Safety Center (NTSC) plays a central role in conducting technical and engineering studies that contribute to improving safety across all modes of transportation in the Kingdom. This function is a core pillar of the Center’s work, as it relies on analyzing statistical accident data, identifying patterns and trends, and issuing evidence-based recommendations to reduce accidents and mitigate their impact. These studies follow a systematic and scientific methodology, supervised by experts in safety, engineering, and transport. They enable both public and private sector stakeholders to develop policies grounded in real-world insights and data

Research Focus Areas

NTSC’s research activities include:

Accident and violation data analysis

Utilizing internal databases maintained by the Center

Hotspot identification and analysis

Pinpointing high-risk locations within transport networks and recommending engineering interventions

Temporal Trend Analysis

Monitoring the recurrence and seasonality of specific accident types or causes

Studies on emerging technologies

Exploring the impact of technologies such as unmanned aerial systems and advanced vehicles on transport safety

Proactive research

Identifying future sources of risk and proposing preventive measures

Accident and violation data analysis

Utilizing internal databases maintained by the Center

Hotspot identification and analysis

Pinpointing high-risk locations within transport networks and recommending engineering interventions

Temporal Trend Analysis

Monitoring the recurrence and seasonality of specific accident types or causes

Studies on emerging technologies

Exploring the impact of technologies such as unmanned aerial systems and advanced vehicles on transport safety

Proactive research

Identifying future sources of risk and proposing preventive measures

Analytical Tools Used

The Center applies a range of analytical methods and tools, including:

Geospatial analysis (GIS)

Linking major incidents to specific locations and highlighting hazardous zones

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Uncovering systemic and operational factors underlying accidents

Statistical data modeling

Based on safety indicators collected through the Transport Safety Observatory

Predictive equations and internal simulation models

Supporting evidence-based forecasting and planning

Geospatial analysis (GIS)

Linking major incidents to specific locations and highlighting hazardous zones

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Uncovering systemic and operational factors underlying accidents

Statistical data modeling

Based on safety indicators collected through the Transport Safety Observatory

Predictive equations and internal simulation models

Supporting evidence-based forecasting and planning

Outputs and Institutional Impact

The studies produced by NTSC contribute to wide-ranging institutional outcomes, including:

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Research and Engineering Studies

Research Focus Areas

Accident and violation data analysis

Hotspot identification and analysis

Temporal Trend Analysis

Studies on emerging technologies

Proactive research

Accident and violation data analysis

Hotspot identification and analysis

Temporal Trend Analysis

Studies on emerging technologies

Proactive research

Analytical Tools Used

Geospatial analysis (GIS)

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Statistical data modeling

Predictive equations and internal simulation models

Geospatial analysis (GIS)

Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

Statistical data modeling

Predictive equations and internal simulation models

Outputs and Institutional Impact

periodic and specialized analytical reports submitted to relevant authorities

Clear, actionable technical recommendations targeting infrastructure or operational improvements

Policy briefs that support regulatory enhancements or new legislative proposals

National-level prioritization of safety initiatives and preventive interventions

Publication of research studies on national and regional platforms as part of the Center’s knowledge leadership

Empowering data-driven decision-making, which strengthens the efficiency and performance of the Kingdom’s transport system

periodic and specialized analytical reports submitted to relevant authorities

Clear, actionable technical recommendations targeting infrastructure or operational improvements

Policy briefs that support regulatory enhancements or new legislative proposals

National-level prioritization of safety initiatives and preventive interventions

Publication of research studies on national and regional platforms as part of the Center’s knowledge leadership

Empowering data-driven decision-making, which strengthens the efficiency and performance of the Kingdom’s transport system