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Ceer awards construction contract to MBL and commences electric car complex project in Saudi Arabia

by Madaline Dunn
written by Madaline Dunn

Ceer has announced that it is awarding Modern Building Leaders (MBL) a SAR 5 billion (USD 1.3 billion) contract to construct the Ceer Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Complex in King Abdullah Economic City.

The facility will span over 1 million square metres, with an area under roof of 530,000 square meters. 

Further, the facility will include dedicated zones for every stage of vehicle production, including a press shop, body shop, paint shop, and general assembly, as well as dedicated zones for logistics, waste management, warehouses, offices, water treatment system and a vehicle test track.

Commenting on the announcement, Jim DeLuca, CEO of Ceer, said: “We are delighted to witness the realization of our vision to ignite Saudi Arabia’s mobility industry, beginning with the construction of the Ceer Electric Vehicle Manufacturing Complex. This complex will be a benchmark for industrial excellence within the region and globally. It will feature the best technologies, equipment, and people, supported by partnerships with global industry leaders such as Dürr, Schuler, Siemens, ABB, and many more.”

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Dan Company and Hilton sign agreement to operate Dan’s first three resorts at farm-based tourism destination

by Madaline Dunn
written by Madaline Dunn

Global hospitality company Hilton and Dan Company, a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company specialising in agritourism, ecotourism, and adventure tourism have signed an agreement to operate three resorts in Al-Ahsa – Al-Ahsa Agritourism Resort, LXR Hotels & Resorts; Al-Ahsa Eco Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton; and Al-Ahsa Adventure Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton.

The resorts will be located in Al-Ahsa, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province and home to Al-Ahsa Oasis – the largest date palm oasis in the world.

The 1.8 million square metre master development aims to create a premium farm-based tourism destination in the Al-Ahsa.

Abdulrahman Abaalkhail, CEO of Dan Company, commented: “The partnership with Hilton to operate the first three resorts in Al-Ahsa will see us combine Hilton’s world-class hospitality with the picturesque landscapes of Al-Ahsa. This part of Saudi Arabia offers unique experiences rich in cultural and natural beauty yet underrepresented in the current tourism landscape.”

Adding: “This delivers on our strategy to establish a Saudi homegrown hospitality brand with a pioneering heritage-inspired fusion of agricultural, eco, and adventure experience resorts, nestled in nature, setting a remarkable precedent in Saudi Arabia’s hospitality industry. Our business model is synonymous with cultural authenticity, sustainability, and community empowerment, thereby creating an ecosystem and contributing to the Kingdom’s broader economic and tourism objectives.”

Each resort will have a distinct offering, from luxury at the LXR Hotels & Resorts Agritourism Resort, wellness and wellbeing at the Curio Collection by Hilton Eco Resort, and outdoor adventure at the Curio Collection by Hilton Adventure Resort.

A central activation area will also be available to guests and the public. This will include a nature garden, an amphitheatre, dining and retail options, a farmers’ market, and other multi-purpose spaces for local agricultural vendors and retailers to exhibit.

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Egis supports KAUST coral reef restoration initiative 

by Madaline Dunn
written by Madaline Dunn

International engineering, consulting, and operating company Egis has been appointed by King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) to provide Project and Construction Management Consultancy (PMCM) services for the design and construction of the coral nurseries for the Reefscape Restoration Initiative. 

The initiative is aimed at accelerating and enhancing coral reef restoration, enabling Saudi Arabia to strengthen the resilience of the Red Sea coral.

In collaboration with NEOM, KAUST is set to establish the world’s largest Coral Reef Restoration Initiative at Shushah Island, located approximately 16 km offshore. 

This initiative will see the implementation of a comprehensive approach to coral conservation through protection, enhancement, and restoration, supported by a robust habitat enhancement program.

Egis will place a key role in the construction of the two main facilities: the Primary Coral Nursery (PCN) and the Development Coral Nursery (DCN). 

The two facilities are integral to restoring priority sites within the identified 100-hectare area. 

The PCN will serve as a cornerstone for the initiative and has the capacity to grow up to 400,000 corals annually.

Simultaneously, the DCN, planned to be commissioned in the first quarter of 2024 will act as a temporary facility, accelerating coral growth and personnel training, and will also be a testing ground for innovative coral farming technologies. 

Commenting on the initiative, Amr Atiah, Director of Special Projects, KAUST, said: “KAUST Reefscape Restoration Initiative team is excited to be partnering with Egis to deliver the world’s largest coral nursery as part of the reefscape restoration initiative at Shushah Island. The extensive capabilities and expertise that Egis bring will help KAUST to complete the construction of this technologically advanced facility as per the design specifications.”

“Egis is proud to accompany KAUST on this project, which is perfectly in line with its climate and sustainable development strategy. As we undertake this assignment for the KAUST Reefscape Restoration Initiative, our goal is to take part to the preservation of these invaluable underwater habitats, ensuring a sustainable future for marine life. Leveraging Egis’ 70-plus years of experience in the water, marine and environment sectors, we are committed to contribute to a resilient future for our marine environments,” added Laure Russier, Middle East Director for Water, Ports, Marine Environment and Energy.

This assignment follows a series of other projects undertaken by Egis in NEOM since early 2022, particularly on Shushah Island. 

Notable projects include land and marine environmental studies, coral transplantation, and water and port infrastructure design studies.

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Saudi Arabia shares impact of Health Transformation Program 

by Madaline Dunn
written by Madaline Dunn

Saudi Arabia has shared insights on the impact of its Health Transformation Program, including that average life expectancy rose to 77.6 years in 2023 from 74 years in 2016.

The program’s focus on early detection of diseases was highlighted as a major contributor to this progress.

It shared that in 2023, over five million people were screened for obesity, resulting in more than one million cases being detected. 

Further, more than one million people were screened for diabetes, resulting in approximately 11,000 cases being detected. 

A total of 160,000 women were also screened for breast cancer, resulting in 654 cases being detected.

The Saudi health transformation program, it was shared, aims to achieve several objectives, including improving access to healthcare, enhancing the quality and efficiency of services, and promoting prevention against health and traffic risks.

The program is working to achieve these objectives through several transformative initiatives, including promoting a culture of walking, reducing salt levels in food, disclosing calorie content in fast food, developing a national health insurance system, and improving the performance of hospitals and their staff.

It was noted that early detection of diseases is important as it allows for treatment in the early stages when the disease is more likely to be successfully treated, and the risk of complications is lower. 

It also helps to reduce healthcare costs, as the costs of treating diseases in the early stages are much lower than treating advanced diseases.

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Saudi Health Minister participates in OECD Summit as 40 countries meet to build resilient healthcare systems

by Madaline Dunn
written by Madaline Dunn

Saudi Health Minister Fahd Aljalajel recently attended the ministerial-level committee and the policy forum of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), which was on Tuesday.

The two-day meetings, held in Paris, were focused on helping to shape policies for building more resilient healthcare systems and discussing challenges facing member countries to cope with future epidemics.

During the forum, it was noted that Minister Aljalajel met with OECD Secretary General Mathias Cormann, to discuss strengthening the partnership between Saudi Arabia and the organisation.

In other meetings with the likes of Italian Health Minister Orazio Schillaci, Greek Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis, and Singapore’s Health Minister Ong Ye Kung, areas of cooperation in the field of Public Health were discussed, alongside mutual experiences in the developing healthcare systems.

Wednesday also saw Minister Aljalajel visit the Foch Hospital and the Ramsay Healthcare company, meeting with the leadership team to discuss investment opportunities offered by Saudi Arabia in the healthcare sector.

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