Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind the regenerative tourism destinations Amaala and The Red Sea, has announced significant advancements in the construction of Amaala - a luxury wellness destination on the Red Sea coast of Saudi Arabia - where more than 600 contracts worth nearly SAR23 billion ($6.13 billion) have been awarded.

Amaala has reached key procurement and construction milestones, with Triple Bay Marina Village, Wellness Core, and luxury resorts moving toward completion, and first guests expected in 2025, said RSG in a statement.

Key areas of Amaala nearing completion include:

• Triple Bay Marina Village: The Equinox Resort is fully topped out, and construction on the Village Boutique Hotel, condos, and villas is nearing completion;
• The Marina: Flooding of the marina basin was completed at the end of 2023, and contracts for floating pontoons and fixed decks have been awarded as RSG begins placing the final touches to this stunning central feature.
• Amaala Yacht Club: Construction is well under way, with concrete works nearing completion and structural steel and mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP) works initiated.
• Corallium: The marine life institute's steel and façade works are progressing rapidly, with the distinctive reef-inspired building taking shape.
• Wellness Core: Construction is under way on 80 per cent of the 220 buildings, including world-leading wellness resorts like Jayasom and Clinique La Prairie.
• Triple Bay Central: World-renowned partner resorts and residences, including Rosewood and Six Senses, are well on track to open their doors in 2025, surpassing the two-thirds complete milestone. At Four Seasons, the landscaping, MEP and façade works are under way.    
• Ocean Golf Course: Amaala will feature three, nine-hole golf courses, plus a further nine-hole executive par 3 course. Phase one of development will total 18 holes and is proceeding well, with all major works complete for three holes, and the remaining 15 holes under way.  
• Primary infrastructure: Works are nearing completion, including 35 km of internal roads and essential utilities. RSG is targeting to energize in December 2024.
• Public realm and landscaping: RSG aims to plant three million plants and trees by the end of the year.

Additionally, the Ministry of Health has approved the design for the Amaala Hospital, which will provide healthcare services to residents and visitors. The hospital will provide healthcare services for residents and visitors to the 4,200km2 destination.

Inspired by the purity of the Red Sea, Amaala is redefining the coastal lifestyle with spaces designed for deep connection – to nature, to self and to community. From medical and integrative wellness and sun-drenched adventure to world-class art and transformative events, Amaala seamlessly integrates meaningful spaces for both people and planet to flourish.

“We have achieved remarkable progress across every aspect of Amaala, from our signature resorts and immersive experiences to essential utilities and infrastructure. Our unwavering focus is on infusing sustainability and regenerative principles into every facet of the development. Once complete, Amaala will present an extraordinary collection of assets and experiences that will elevate wellness, lifestyle, and human connection,” said John Pagano, Group CEO at Red Sea Global.

To date, RSG has awarded more than 600 contracts on Amaala worth nearly SAR 23 billion to world-leading partners including Al Rawabi Hassan Allam, Shapoorji Pallonji Group, DEPA Group, Alec Engineering and Contracting, Havelock One and Al-Ayuni Investment and Contracting Company.    

Once complete, Amaala will feature close to 4,000 hotel rooms across 30 hotels as well as 1,200 luxury villas, apartments, and estate homes. It will also be supported by high-end retail, fine dining, wellness, and recreational facilities. Amaala will be powered entirely by solar energy, saving the equivalent of nearly half a million tons of CO2 emissions every year. -TradeArabia News Service