CONGESTION CONCERNResidents' concerns have been fuelled by the recent suspension of the local Abu Qir rail line for conversion into a metro line, which commuters say worsened congestion and left travellers scrambling for alternatives. Authorities say they will deploy replacement buses during the construction of the light rail to limit disruption. The National Authority for Tunnels, which manages the tram and ⁠its renovation, did not respond to a Reuters request for comment. The European Investment Bank is providing ‌138 million euros ($165 million) for the project and lists the total cost at about 592 million euros ($708 million). Alexandria has another tram line, the City Line, which has newer trams and has yet to be slated for renovations.