Elsewedy Electric for Power Transmission & Distribution has announced the successful completion and handover of the 386MWp El Saad Project, its first utility-scale solar PV plant in Riyadh. The landmark project has now officially entered its operations and maintenance phase.
Roshn Group, Saudi Arabia's leading multi-asset class developer powered by sovereign wealth fund PIF, has signed a strategic agreement with Miskan Real Estate Company, to develop more than 68,000 sq m of land within Warefa community in the capital Riyadh for a key residential project.
Ffynas, a low-cost airline, will launch daily direct flights between Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport and Qaisumah International Airport starting April 20.
Diriyah Season 25/26 concluded at the end of March, following its launch in November 2025, offering visitors a five-month cultural and tourism experience across the historic areas of Diriyah.
Construction on the King Abdullah Gardens (KAGA) is advancing rapidly, marking significant progress on one of Riyadh's most prominent environmental initiatives. Spanning more than 2 million sq m, KAGA ranks among the world's three largest covered botanical gardens.
Asas Makeen for Real Estate Development Company has announced that it has secured a major contract from Awa'id Al Hada for the development of a villa community project in Riyadh. The scope of work includes management and construction of key residential units over a 10,468 sq m area.
Saudi Arabia has issued a royal order approving the establishment of the Riyadh University of Arts, an independent educational institution headquartered in Riyadh under the supervision of the Ministry of Culture.
Saudia added 20 Eid Al-Fitr flights between Riyadh, Jeddah, and the Red Sea destination with Saudi Tourism Authority to promote tourism and sector growth, bringing the total number of flights in both directions to 44.
Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC) has announced that work is in full swing on its SAR1.8 billion ($480 million) Al Haer Independent Sewage Treatment Plant (ISTP) coming up in Riyadh and the plant is on track for commercial operations in the fourth quarter of 2026.
Estonia will participate in the World Defense Show 2026 in Riyadh, presenting its defence sector as a trusted partner in strengthening security through digital resilience, intelligent systems and field-ready technologies designed for today’s complex operating environment.
