Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) has announced that work is moving at a steady pace on the Land Bridge Project linking Riyadh and Jeddah and will be delivered 'through a new mechanism and in phases' with completion expected before 2034.
SICO Capital, a leading provider of asset management, brokerage, and investment banking services in Riyadh and licensed by the Saudi Capital Market Authority, has appointed Hashem Alsada as its new Head of Equities Asset Management, based in Riyadh.
The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has announced a total prize pool of $75 million alongside the full game lineup and schedule for the Esports World Cup 2026 (EWC), the world’s largest esports event, set to return to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from July 6 through August 23.
Sofitel, the French luxury hospitality brand under Accor, has announced the opening of Sofitel Riyadh Hotel and Convention Centre, marking its debut in Saudi Arabia’s capital. The five-star property features 388 designed rooms and suites.
Saudi Arabia has announced the names of 24 companies that have won licences in the ninth exploration licensing round, the largest in its history to date. The winning entities were awarded 172 mining sites across three mineralised belts in Riyadh, Madinah and Qassim regions.
Specialized Medical Company (SMC Healthcare), one of Saudi Arabia’s leading private healthcare providers, today announced the official opening of its new outpatient clinic center, SMC Clinics, on Prince Mohammad Bin Saad Bin Abdulaziz Road in Al Malqa District in North Riyadh, marking a significant milestone in the group’s ongoing expansion strategy.
Hilton has signed a deal top open two new hotels in Riyadh 0in partnership with Saleh Abdulaziz Al Rajhi & Partners Co, strengthening its midscale portfolio in Saudi Arabia’s capital.
As Saudi construction sector moves at unprecedented scale and speed, Big 5 Construct Saudi has positioned its January edition as the first major industry touchpoint of the year. The four-day event focuses on fit-out, finishing and project delivery at a critical moment when project developments are rapidly moving from design into execution, said the event organisers.
Big 5 Construct Saudi has opened its doors for the January edition in Riyadh bringing together the industry that drives the kingdom’s $1.7 trillion construction project pipeline. More than 1,100 exhibitors from over 50 countries will be taking part in the four-day event.
Global industry leaders, senior policymakers and investors will be in Riyadh to discuss ways to strengthen waste and water systems, advance circular economy models and support long-term environmental resilience at the IFAT Saudi Arabia Summit which kicks off this month.
