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The anticipation is building as the contract award for Trump Tower Jeddah draws closer. This ambitious project marks a significant milestone in luxury real estate and the broader construction landscape in Saudi Arabia. Developed by Dar Global in collaboration with the US-based Trump Organisation, the Trump Tower promises to elevate the region’s skyline. In this blog post, we will dive into the key details of this project, including delivery partners, key stakeholders, job opp

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New Murabba Partners with Naver Cloud for $2 Billion Smart City Technology Integration New Murabba Development Company (NMDC), the Public Investment Fund (PIF)‑backed developer of Riyadh’s ambitious 19 km² New Murabba district, has signed a three‑year MoU with South Korea’s Naver Cloud Corporation. The partnership aims to deploy robotics, autonomous vehicles, cloud platforms and digital construction monitoring across the project, supporting delivery of the 400m‑tall Mukaab, 1

King Salman International Airport Development Company (KSIADC), backed by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, has formally issued tenders for the first phase of terminal construction, targeting a July 2025 deadline. These packages will be delivered using an early-contractor-involvement (ECI) procurement model. Project Snapshot Scope : The terminal package covers the “Iconic Terminal” and Terminal 6, part of a network that includes facilities for commercial, private aviatio

Aramco has formally kicked off a major new staff housing project on Abu Ali Island in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. A consortium led by Oman’s Lamar Holding (with partner Asyad Group) held a ground-breaking ceremony on 26 May 2025 to start construction of a fully serviced residential compound for roughly 500 workers . The facility – a Public–Private Partnership (PPP) development – is planned for operation by 2027 (with a 20-year operating concession) . In practical

Saudi Arabia is advancing its border security infrastructure through a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) initiative to develop a National K9 Training Centre (NTC) and associated facilities at key points of entry (PoEs). The project has garnered significant attention from both local and international firms, reflecting the Kingdom’s commitment to enhancing its security measures and fostering private sector collaboration. Project Overview Scope: Design, build, finance, operate, m

Saudi Arabia’s construction industry in 2025 is experiencing significant growth, driven by the ambitious Vision 2030 initiative. The sector is projected to grow by 6.2% year-over-year, reaching SAR 232.14 billion (approximately USD 61.9 billion), with expectations to expand to SAR 297.19 billion (approximately USD 79.3 billion) by 2029. This growth is fueled by substantial government investments in infrastructure, tourism, and urban development, aiming to diversify the econom

Retal Urban Development, a prominent Saudi-listed developer, has unveiled plans to build 995 new residential units in Al Khobar, located in the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. This significant initiative not only addresses the urgent need for quality housing in the area but also aims to enhance urban living conditions across the Kingdom. As Saudi Arabia works towards its Vision 2030 objectives, this project is set to make a meaningful impact on the local housing market and

The Gulf region and Asia are witnessing a new era of economic connectivity, with the rise of the Gulf-Asia corridor as a vital artery for trade, investment, and infrastructure. Despite global economic headwinds and supply chain disruptions, partnerships between Gulf countries and leading Asian economies continue to deepen, reshaping the regional landscape and offering new opportunities for growth. Driving Forces Behind the Corridor This expanding corridor is powered by shared

The runway construction bids are being tendered in phases, reflecting KSIA’s enormous scale. KSIADC issued design-and-build tenders for the airport’s third and fourth runways in April 2025, following a global prequalification process. Initially, firms were invited to prequalify by January 2025, but strong interest prompted the client to extend deadlines to ensure robust competition. By May 2025, bid submissions for the third runway were due by May 12 (extended from an earlier

The development of Riyadh’s Prince Turki Bin Abdulaziz Road is progressing swiftly, with authorities setting a completion deadline for May. This project is crucial for enhancing the city’s transportation network, aiming to improve traffic flow and connectivity across key districts. Timely completion of such infrastructure projects is vital for supporting Riyadh’s rapid urbanization and economic growth. The road’s expansion will not only ease current traffic woes but also acco