Infrastructure & PPPs in Saudi Arabia - Q3 2025 Update

YOG INFRA
Oct 27
21 min read

Saudi Arabia is guided by Vision 2030 goals for undertaking major investments in renewable energy, infrastructure, and digital transformation. Over 20 GW of new solar and wind projects have been launched, supported by major AI and data centre partnerships to boost computing capacity. The country also advanced sustainability through desalination, rainwater harvesting, and geothermal projects. Progress in logistics, transport, and energy storage highlighted growing industrial diversification, while expanded PPP initiatives and healthcare advancements—including new hospitals and a virtual hospital—reflected deepening private-sector participation and social infrastructure growth.

Read the key developments in Infrastructure and PPPs in Saudi Arabia in our Q3 2025 insight.

JULY 2025

AMD PARTNERS WITH HUMAIN TO BUILD GLOBAL AI INFRASTRUCTURE FOR USD 10 BN

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) has partnered with Saudi Arabia's HUMAIN to build a global AI infrastructure, investing up to USD 10 Bn to deploy 500 megawatts of AI computing power. The project aims to support AI needs for enterprises, governments, and startups, with initial deployments already underway. The partnership will deliver multi-exaflop computing capacity by early 2026.

The collaboration between AMD and HUMAIN is a significant milestone in the Kingdom's AI ambitions, which are part of its broader Vision 2030 strategy. The project will leverage AMD's advanced AI-specific hardware, such as the MI400 Series GPUs and EPYC “Venice” CPUs, to provide high-performance computing solutions tailored to Saudi Arabia's needs.

The partnership is expected to create significant opportunities for Saudi Arabia's talent development. The Kingdom aims to train 20,000 data and AI experts by 2030 through various initiatives, including AI academies and Public-Private Partnerships (PPP). The focus on talent development will ensure the long-term sustainability of the AI sector in Saudi Arabia. AMD's investment in Saudi Arabia's AI ecosystem will have a substantial impact on the Kingdom's digital transformation agenda. The company's open-ecosystem strategy, which includes partnerships with global tech giants like NVIDIA, will help drive innovation and create a favourable environment for AI-driven activities in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

XDS DATACENTRES AND ICS ARABIA PARTNER TO LAUNCH LANDMARK 10 MW IMMERSIVE COOLING DATA CENTER IN KSA

UK & Dubai-based XDS DATACENTRES ("XDS"), a pioneer in liquid immersion digital infrastructure, has signed a major agreement with ICS Arabia for the construction and delivery of a state-of-the-art 10 MW immersion-cooled data centre in Riyadh & Jeddah. This strategic collaboration, developed within ICS Arabia's Desert Dragon technology ecosystem, will bring advanced computing capacity, sustainability, and scalability to support Saudi Arabia's digital transformation.

Under the terms of the 15-year agreement, ICS Arabia will design, construct, and hand over the 10 MW facility to XDS by June 2026 (expected). The project will utilize Desert Dragon's Tier III certified infrastructure and immersion cooling technology to support high-density workloads such as AI, machine learning, blockchain, and other GPU-intensive applications, while the facility will set new benchmarks for energy-efficient, high-performance computing in the region.

SAUDI ARABIA ACCELERATES ENERGY TRANSITION WITH 700 MW WIND POWER AGREEMENT

The Principal Buyer has signed a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for the Yanbu Wind Energy Project, a 700 MW development under Saudi Arabia’s National Renewable Energy Program (NREP). The agreement, valued at over SAR 1.7 Bn (approximately USD 458 Mn), was signed with a consortium comprising MARUBENI Corporation and Abdulaziz Al Ajlan Sons Co. for Commercial & Real Estate Investment (Ajlan & Bros). Located in Al-Madinah Province, the Yanbu project will deliver clean energy at a highly competitive Levelized Cost of Electricity (LCOE) of 1.72468 US cents/kWh (6.46755 Halala/kWh).

The NREP, overseen by the Ministry of Energy, supports Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 by advancing the Kingdom’s shift toward a more sustainable energy mix. Its goal is to increase the share of renewables to 50% of the electricity generation mix, helping to reduce reliance on high-value liquid fuels. The Principal Buyer plays a central role in this transition by leading the predevelopment, tendering, and energy offtake processes for new power generation projects across the Kingdom.

SAUDI ARABIA SIGNS DEAL FOR 15 GW OF NEW SOLAR AND WIND PROJECTS UNDER NATIONAL RENEWABLE ENERGY PROGRAMME

ACWA Power along with the Water and Electricity Holding Company (Badeel) and Saudi Aramco Power Company (SAPCO) announced the signing of Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) with the Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC).

These agreements mark a major step toward the development of seven large-scale renewable energy projects—five solar photovoltaic (PV) plants and two wind power facilities—strategically located across Saudi Arabia. SPPC will serve as the procurer and off-taker for the projects.

With a total investment of approximately SAR 31 Bn (USD 8.3 Bn), the projects are expected to deliver a combined capacity of 15,000 MW, comprising 12,000 MW of solar PV and 3,000 MW of wind energy. These initiatives are integral to Saudi Arabia’s National Renewable Energy Programme (NREP), led by the Ministry of Energy, and aligned with PIF’s mandate to develop 70% of the Kingdom’s renewable energy target capacity by 2030.

The seven projects listed below:

Bisha – 3,000 MW solar PV (Asir province)
Humaij – 3,000 MW solar PV (Madinah province)
Khulis – 2,000 MW solar PV (Makkah province)
Afif 1 – 2,000 MW solar PV (Riyadh province)
Afif 2 – 2,000 MW solar PV (Riyadh province)
Starah – 2,000 MW wind (Riyadh province)
Shaqra – 1,000 MW wind (Riyadh province)

ACWA POWER MOVES AHEAD WITH 4 GW GREEN AMMONIA PROJECT IN SAUDI ARABIA

The Saudi power group ACWA Power has awarded a FEED contract to a consortium of Tecnicas Reunidas and Sinopec Guangzhou Engineering for the development of a large green hydrogen and ammonia project in Yanbu (Saudi Arabia). The project would include 4 GW of electrolysis capacity, aimed to produce 400 kt/year of green hydrogen, which could be converted to green ammonia. It would also include auxiliary systems, such as a seawater desalination plant and an export terminal, and solar and wind capacity (not included in the FEED). The contract will be executed within 10 months, and the project is expected to enter commercial operations in 2030.

The Ministry of Energy of Saudi Arabia is promoting the development of a decarbonised hydrogen production industry for the developed countries market. Several projects are under development, including a 1.2 Mt/year ammonia plant project using 4 GW of solar, wind, and storage worth USD 5 Bn led by NEOM Green Hydrogen Company (NGHC), an equal joint venture created by ACWA Power, Air Products, and NEOM.

VA TECH WABAG SECURES USD 272 MN DESALINATION PLANT PROJECT IN SAUDI ARABIA

VA Tech Wabag, an Indian multinational specializing in water technology, has been awarded a contract valued at SAR 1.02 Bn (approximately USD 272 Bn) by the Saudi Water Authority (SWA) for the development of a seawater reverse osmosis (SWRO) desalination plant in Yanbu, Saudi Arabia.

The project involves the design, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning of a new greenfield desalination facility on the west coast of the country. Once operational, the plant will have a treatment capacity of 300 million litres per day (MLD). It marks the second time it has been selected for a project of this scale in the region. The project is aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, which includes expanding and modernizing the country’s water infrastructure.

NABA ALSAHA AND STRATAPHY PARTNER TO LAUNCH ONE OF SAUDI ARABIA’S FIRST GEOTHERMAL-COOLED HOSPITALS

In a pioneering step for sustainable healthcare infrastructure, Naba Alsaha Hospital, a leading Saudi healthcare group, has partnered with clean cooling innovator Strataphy to deploy advanced, subsurface-powered cooling systems for its new hospital complex in Riyadh, currently under construction.

The project highlights how geothermal technology can meet the strict reliability and operational demands of the healthcare sector. Hospitals require uninterrupted cooling performance around the clock.

Saudi Arabia has more than 2,300 healthcare facilities across the Kingdom. With each facility requiring on average 1.5 megawatts-thermal (MW-th) of cooling capacity, the national healthcare sector represents a total thermal demand of approximately 3.45 gigawatts-thermal (GW-th). This places immense strain on the power grid and creates a clear opportunity for cleaner, more efficient solutions.

SAUDI ARABIA LAUNCHES MASSIVE RAINWATER HARVESTING PROGRAM WITH 1,000 NEW DAMS TO BOOST WATER SECURITY

Saudi Arabia has announced an ambitious plan to construct 1,000 rainwater harvesting dams with a combined annual capacity of 4 million cubic metres, under the umbrella of its Sustainable Development and Vision 2030 initiatives. The project—highlighted by Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture—forms part of broader efforts to expand water sustainability, enhance food security, and scale up environmental conservation. The dams will help capture seasonal runoff, recharge groundwater aquifers, and reduce reliance on desalinated or fossil water sources.

The dam construction forms a key pillar of the National Environment Strategy recently unveiled, which has also seen the establishment of multiple specialized

As part of its water resilience strategy, desalinated water production has doubled since 2016 to 16.6 million m³ per day—75% of national supply—while water reuse has grown from 251 million m³ to 550 million m³ annually, now accounting for 32% of usage. This multifaceted approach illustrates Saudi Arabia’s emerging role as a global model for sustainable water management and green transformation.

SAUDI ARABIA BEGINS USD 186 MN JEDDAH LOGISTICS CORRIDOR PROJECT

Saudi Arabia has launched a major infrastructure initiative with the foundation-laying of a new logistics corridor connecting Jeddah Islamic Port to the Al-Khomra Logistics Zone. Valued at over SAR 689 Mn (USD 186.03 Mn), the project includes the construction of a 17-kilometre dedicated logistics lane for trucks, featuring two lanes in each direction and 12 bridges. This corridor will directly link the port to the logistics zone, bypassing Jeddah’s internal road network and easing traffic congestion.

Equipped with emergency exits, maintenance access, and rainwater drainage systems, the corridor is set to unlock new investment opportunities and streamline container movement for logistics firms, exporters, importers, and shipping lines.

SAUDI ARABIA ANNOUNCES NEW MASTER PLAN FOR THREE INTERNATIONAL AIRPORTS

Saudi Arabia has announced new identity and master plan for three key airports in the kingdom - King Fahd International Airport (KFIA) in Dammam, Al Ahsa International Airport and Qaisumah International Airport.

Unveiling the master plan, its strategic goal is to boost KFIA's capacity to welcome more than 19.3 million passengers annually by 2030. It also aims to increase air cargo capacity to over 600,000 tonnes per annum, representing more than a tenfold increase.

It unveiled Dammam airports' new strategy, inaugurated electronic gates to streamline passenger procedures, and opened a package of integrated development projects worth over SAR 1.6 Bn (USD 426 Mn). Key features of the future development include the airport’s largest-ever expansion, designed to increase operational capacity to 77 aircraft movements per hour and raise annual passenger capacity to 32 million.

The plan also includes a full upgrade of general aviation facilities and the expansion of infrastructure to meet global operational standards. The initiatives support Dammam airports’ strategy to become a regional logistics hub under Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, with passenger traffic already up 35% by the end of 2024 compared to 2022.

AUGUST 2025

FORTY-NINE COMPANIES SUBMIT ONE-STOP STATIONS INTEREST

Forty-nine Saudi and international firms have expressed interest in a contract to develop the kingdom’s One-Stop Station project on a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) basis. The project is being jointly undertaken by Saudi Arabia’s National Centre for Privatisation & PPP (NCP), in collaboration with the Roads General Authority (RGA).

The project includes the development of facilities at several locations within the RGA’s 73,600-kilometre intercity road network. The facilities include refuelling stations, commercial facilities, parking lots, driver rest areas, vehicle maintenance centres and other hospitality amenities.

The project will be implemented under a 30-year design, build, finance, operate and maintain contract, and will be tendered in three waves, comprising six packages. The first wave will include the initial package, while the second wave will encompass the second and third packages and the third wave will cover the remaining three packages.

SAUDI ARABIA INVITES INVESTORS FOR PRINCE FAISAL BIN FAHAD SPORTS CITY PPP PROJECT

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Sport (MoS), in partnership with the National Centre for Privatisation (NCP) & Public -Private Partnership (PPP) and Riyadh Region Municipality, has initiated the Expression of Interest (EOI) and Request for Qualification (RFQ) phase for the Prince Faisal bin Fahad (PFBF) Sports City project in Riyadh.

The Public-Private Partnership (PPP) scheme will be implemented under a Design, Build, Finance, Operate, and Maintain (DBFOM) model with a contract term of 20 to 30 years. The development will feature a new stadium north of King Abdullah Park in Al-Malaz, adjacent to the current facility, with a seating capacity of around 47,000.

Once completed, the stadium is expected to host major domestic and international football events, including matches during the 2034 FIFA World Cup. The scope also includes a master plan for PFBF Sports City, covering both the new and existing stadiums.

TEAMS QUALIFIED FOR LOGISTICS ZONE DEVELOPMENT PPP SCHEME

The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources has qualified nine teams for Saudi Arabia's Logistics Zone Development Public-Private Partnership (PPP) scheme in Dammam 2nd Industrial City.

These teams include Areic, Edecs and AlBawardi, Mada International Holding and LogiPoint, Arise and Vision Invest, Alghanim International, Algihaz Holding, Abu Dhabi Ports, SkyBridge, and DP World. Additionally, Ramk Group is also among the qualified teams. The project follows a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) framework under a Design-Build-Finance-Operate-Maintain-Transfer (DBFOMT) contract, spanning 30 years. The development spans approximately 850,000 m², strategically located within Dammam 2nd Industrial City, positioning it as a logistics hub supporting regional trade and industrial expansion.

The logistics zone is designed to include:

Gated and non-gated public areas
Leasable spaces for logistics operators
Dedicated utilities infrastructure ensuring seamless integration with industrial activities

The selected private partner will be responsible for:

Securing finance for the project
Designing and constructing leasable areas
Operating, maintaining, and commercially managing the facilities (e.g., attracting tenants, leasing strategies, revenue generation)

MASDAR-LED CONSORTIUM SECURES FUNDS FOR USD 1.1 BN AL SADAWI SOLAR PROJECT

UAE renewables major Masdar-led consortium has reached financial close for the 2-gigawatt (GW) Al Sadawi solar photovoltaic (PV), an independent power Producer (IPP) project in Saudi Arabia. The consortium partners include GD Power Development Company and Korea Electric Power Corporation. The funding has been secured from eight regional and international lenders, which will cover a substantial part of the total project costs, estimated at USD 1.1 Bn.

The participating banks include Standard Chartered Bank, KEXIM, ADCB, BNP Paribas, ADIB, Bank of China, HSBC and Société Générale. The project falls under the National Renewable Energy Programme (NREP), which is led and supervised by the Ministry of Energy. Located in the Eastern Province, the project will be developed on a build, own, and operate (BOO) basis, with a 25-year power purchase agreement (PPA) signed with the Saudi Power Procurement Company late last year.

The plant is expected to commence early generation at full capacity in early 2027, with commercial operation targeted for the same year. The Al Sadawi IPP supports Saudi Arabia’s target of achieving 50% renewable energy by 2030.

SADAFCO AND HYPERVIEW SIGN LANDMARK MOU TO ADVANCE HYDROGEN LOGISTICS IN SAUDI ARABIA

Saudia Dairy and Foodstuff Company (SADAFCO) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Hyperview Logistics, a subsidiary of Hyperview Mobility (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., to explore the deployment of hydrogen-powered delivery vehicles in Saudi Arabia. The non-binding agreement marks a significant move toward zero-emission logistics solutions in the Kingdom, integrating hydrogen fuel cell trucks into SADAFCO’s supply chain operations.

As one of the first large-scale hydrogen logistics initiatives in the region, the project aims to lower carbon emissions while enhancing operational efficiency across SADAFCO’s distribution network. This move aligns closely with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 sustainability targets, under which SADAFCO plans to fully decarbonize its fleet by 2045 and transition 90% of its delivery vehicles to clean energy sources by 2035.

Initial steps will focus on pilot deployments of hydrogen-powered vehicles in selected regions, complementing SADAFCO’s ongoing electric vehicle trials. These pilots are expected to help refine critical components such as refueling infrastructure and operating protocols ahead of full-scale rollout.

POWERCHINA SUBSIDIARY ANNOUNCES THE GROUNDBREAKING OF 1.75 GW SOLAR PROJECTS IN SAUDI ARABIA

PowerChina Guizhou Engineering Co.,Ltd announces the groundbreaking ceremony for Saudi Arabia’s Al Masa’a (MAS) and Al Henakiyah 2 (AHK2) photovoltaic projects was held at the MAS project site. The Projects are part of the fifth round of solar projects under the National Renewable Energy Program (NREP) which is led and supervised by the Ministry of Energy.

The launch of the Saudi R5 photovoltaic project, a key project for Guizhou Engineering Company in the Middle East’s new energy market, marks a significant milestone. The R5 project comprises two subprojects: the MAS project (1.25 GW installed capacity) and the AHK2 project (500 MW installed capacity), with a total installed capacity of 1.75 GW. The MAS project covers an area of 2,450.4 hectares, and the AHK2 project occupies 936 hectares.

Construction involves the design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and operation and maintenance of the photovoltaic power station and its supporting ancillary projects. Upon completion and operation, the project is expected to generate 4.4 billion kilowatt-hours of clean electricity annually, providing green and stable clean energy to approximately 550,000 local households and reducing carbon dioxide emissions by 2.88 million tons, contributing to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goal of building a clean, low-carbon, safe, and efficient new national energy system.

SAUDI PORTS AND PETROTANK SIGNS USD 134 MN AGREEMENT FOR SHIP REFUELING CENTER

The Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) and the National Petroleum & Petrochemical Tank & Pipelines Company (Petrotank) have signed a land lease agreement to establish an integrated ship refueling center at King Fahad Industrial Port in Yanbu. The facility will be developed on a 110,700-square-meter site with a total investment value of SAR 500 Mn (USD 133.23 Mn) over a 20-year period.

The initiative is part of Mawani’s efforts to boost the competitiveness of Saudi ports. Fuel and oil tanks are a key component of providing high-value logistical services to vessels, supporting higher vessel traffic and enhancing regional and global port competitiveness. The project aligns with the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy to position the Kingdom as a leading global logistics hub.

The new center marks a significant step in the development of fuel storage and bunkering services, helping to attract more vessels, improve operational efficiency, and support the growth of commercial traffic—all in line with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 to enable the logistics sector.

As part of the ongoing strategic partnership between Mawani and Petrotank, the company currently operates the fuel station at King Fahad Industrial Port in Yanbu, which includes eight tanks with a combined storage capacity of 114,000 cubic meters. The facility plays a vital role in supporting ship operations.

ROLLS-ROYCE ENGINES TO POWER HIGH-SPEED TRAINS IN SAUDI ARABIA

UK-headquartered power and propulsion technology company Rolls-Royce announced that it has received a major order for 50 mtu Series 4000 engines from Switzerland-based Stadler Bussnang to power high-speed trains in Saudi Arabia.

A total of ten trains equipped with these diesel-fuelled engines will operate on the Dammam-Riyadh route at speeds of up to 200 km/h. Four trains will already have completed extensive test, and approval runs in Europe and Saudi Arabia.

A total of 50 12V 4000 R64 MTU engines, each with a power output of 1,500 kW, will be delivered. Four of the engines will drive each train with two power cars. A further ten engines are intended for reserve power cars and as spare units to ensure continuous passenger service even during maintenance work. The contract between Rolls-Royce and Stadler Rail also includes an option for 40 engines for a further ten trains.

HITHIUM TO DEPLOY 4 GWH BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS IN SAUDI ARABIA

Chinese stationary battery maker Xiamen Hithium Energy Storage Technology Co Ltd it has secured a contract by Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) to deploy two battery energy storage system (BESS) projects totalling 4 GWh in Saudi Arabia's Tabuk and Hail provinces.

The storage systems will use Hithium’s cell technology in 6.25-MWh Desert Eagle series containerised systems engineered for Saudi Arabia’s harsh climate. The project has been developed in partnership with Saudi Arabia’s Alfanar Projects, which will lead construction. Hithium will oversee system design, supply, installation supervision and long-term maintenance. Commissioning is expected in 2026.

The deal represents one of the largest BESS deployments in the Middle East and will contribute to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. The systems will provide grid services such as load shifting, black-start capabilities, frequency regulation and voltage support, helping to integrate more renewable energy and lower reliance on fossil fuels.

MAADEN TO POWER BAUXITE MINE IN SAUDI ARABIA WITH SOLAR ENERGY

A unit of Saudi mining company Maaden has signed a deal with Abu Dhabi-based solar firm Emerge to power its Al Baitha bauxite mine in eastern Saudi Arabia with solar energy. Emerge, a joint venture between Abu Dhabi clean energy company Masdar and France’s EDF, will develop, build and operate an 8-MWp solar photovoltaic plant with a 30-MWh battery energy storage system to secure uninterrupted power supply for the bauxite mine.

The project is expected to generate about 17,300 MWh of electricity a year and cut around 13,800 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions annually, Maaden said on Wednesday. The facility will allow the mine to operate almost entirely on renewable energy, representing a significant step towards more sustainable mining operations.

The power purchase agreement (PPA) for the project was signed with Maaden Bauxite and Alumina Company (MBAC) and runs for 30 years. Al Baitha is an open-pit mine in the Qassim province with a large annual capacity for bauxite ore. The ore is transported via rail to Ras Al Khair, where it is refined into over 1 million tonnes per annum of aluminium.

SEPTEMBER 2025

SAUDI ARABIA PREQUALIFIES BIDDERS FOR RIYADH ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE PPP PROJECT

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defense (MoD) in collaboration with the National Centre for Privatisation & PPP (NCP) announced the prequalified bidders for the Riyadh Administrative Office Project for MoD personnel. The Expression of Interest (EOI) and Request for Qualification (RFQ) phase for the real estate Public-Private Partnership (PPP) project was launched on 11 May 2025 with a submission deadline of 3 June 2025.

The five prequalified consortiums are as follows:

Saudi Arabia’s Tamasuk and Kuwait’s Alghanim International
Portugal’s Mota-Engil, and Saudi Arabia’s Tatweer Buildings Company (TBC) and UAE’s Alternative Resources Investments Co
Saudi Arabia’s Al Bawani and AREIC
Saudi Bonyan Real Estate Investment and ARTAR
Spain’s FCC and Saudi Arabia’s IHCC

The nine prequalified companies include:

Saudi Arabia’s Vision Invest, Own Real Estate, Alfanar, Lamar Holding, Alyamama, El Sief and Al-Kifah Holding Company; Kuwait’s Alargan, and Oman’s Asyad.

Located in North Riyadh, the project covers approximately 52,793 square metres and will accommodate about 4,500 employees, with 3,200 dedicated parking spaces. It will be developed under a Design, Build, Finance, and Maintain (DBFM) model with a contract term of 27.5 years, after which the project will be transferred to the Ministry. The private sector partner will be responsible for the design, construction, and maintenance of the office buildings and supporting infrastructure, as well as coordinating with stakeholders and obtaining the required permits from the government.

SAUDI WTCO INVITES BIDS FOR TWO MAJOR WATER PIPELINE PROJECTS

Saudi Arabia’s Water Transmission Company (WTCO) has invited bids for two major water pipeline projects under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, as part of the Kingdom’s National Water Strategy 2030.

WTCO, acting as lead developer, announced tenders for turnkey engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contracts for the following projects:

Ras Mohaisen – Baha – Makkah Independent Water Transmission SystemThis project will deliver desalinated water to the cities of Makkah Al Mukarramah and Al-Baha. It includes a pipeline of about 325 km with four pumping stations and a maximum design flow rate of 542,000 m³/day. The system will connect the Ras Mohaisen desalination plant to regional distribution networks, supported by storage facilities.
Jubail – Buraidah II Independent Water Transmission SystemAimed at strengthening water supply in the Qassim region, this project involves a 348 km pipeline with one main pumping station. With a maximum design flow rate of 840,000 m³/day, it forms part of the wider Jubail–Buraidah Water Transmission Program, linking the Jubail desalination plant to local distribution networks and storage systems.

These initiatives reflect Saudi Arabia’s drive to enhance water security and expand its sustainable infrastructure in line with Vision 2030.

RCRC OPENS REGISTRATION FOR QIDDIYA HIGH-SPEED RAIL PPP PROJECT

The Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC), in partnership with the National Center for Privatization & PPP and Qiddiya Investment Company, has announced the start of the registration phase for companies interested in bidding for the construction of the Qiddiya High-Speed Rail Project, under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.

The project aims to connect King Salman International Airport, King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), and Qiddiya City in just 30 minutes, via a high-speed rail line of 250 km/h. The service will be a core element of Riyadh’s transportation system, providing an integrated urban mobility experience that connects seamlessly with the city’s recently launched Riyadh Public Transport (RPT) network.

The initiative is part of RCRC’s efforts, in coordination with the National Center for Privatization & PPP and Qiddiya Investment Company, to create strategic partnerships with the private sector under a PPP agreement.

The goal is to implement projects that develop Riyadh’s transportation system, improve the quality of life of its residents and visitors, and enhance its sustainable urban growth, in alignment with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.

ACCIONA REACHES COMMERCIAL OPERATION FOR THREE MAJOR SEWER TREATMENT PLANTS IN SAUDI ARABIA

ACCIONA, together with its partners Tawzea and Tamasuk, has successfully reached Project Commercial Operation Date (PCOD) for three large-scale sewage treatment plants in Saudi Arabia: Madinah-3, Buraydah-2 and Tabuk-2. This milestone marks the completion of construction works and the official handover to the client, confirming that all systems are operational and ready for service.

With PCOD issued for all three plants, the facilities have formally entered commercial operation and are now fully managed by the Operations & Maintenance (O&M) consortium formed by ACCIONA, Tawzea and Tamasuk. This achievement follows the successful financial close in 2022, when ACCIONA’s water business secured its first green loan to support the development of the three projects under Saudi Arabia’s Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.

The three plants will collectively treat 440,000 cubic meters of wastewater per day, significantly boosting water reuse in the Kingdom: Madinah-3 will serve up to 1.5 million people in the greater Madinah area and it will have an initial treatment capacity of 200,000 m³/day. Buraydah-2 will serve around 600,000 inhabitants, including the nearby town of Ash Shimasiya, with a capacity of 150,000 m³/day. Tabuk-2, complementing the existing Tabuk-1 ISTP, will serve up to 350,000 people, with a treatment capacity of 90,000 m³/day.

The treated water from these plants will be reused primarily for agricultural purposes, reducing pressure on scarce freshwater resources. Expected daily water savings amount to 190,000 m³/day at Madinah-3: 142,500 m³/day at Buraydah-2 and 85,500 m³/day at Tabuk-2. In total, approximately 95% of the water treated will be allocated to agriculture, while the remaining 5% will be reused at the plant itself.

SAUDI ARABIA INVITES EOIS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL INSPECTION PPP PROJECT

Saudi Arabia’s National Centre for Environmental Compliance (NCEC), in partnership with the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture (MEWA) and the National Centre for Privatisation and PPP (NCP), has launched the expression of interest (EOI) phase for its Environmental Inspection Project under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.

The project, which is being procured as a 10-year operation and management (O&M) contract, aims to strengthen environmental compliance and enforcement across the Kingdom.

Project scope:

Conducting inspections on 25,000 facilities with environmental impact across the Kingdom, supporting registering facilities in the centre's database, ensuring facilities compliance with the Environmental Law and relevant executive regulations.
Hiring and training environmental inspections according to the required specialisations.
Providing vehicles, and all necessary equipment to carry out environmental inspections according to the best global practices and aligned with the latest technology.
Providing a modern electronic system to record outputs of inspection visits and transfer data to the information centre of the NCEC
Submitting comprehensive and quality inspection reports to the centre for each inspection visit.

SAUDI ARABIA INVITES BIDS FOR 5.3 GW RENEWABLE ENERGY

The Saudi Power Procurement Company (SPPC), a government-owned entity under Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Energy, has released tender documents for the seventh round of the country's National Renewable Energy Program (NREP). The latest round has invited bids for 3.1 GW of solar and 2.2 GW of wind energy projects.

The solar power projects are:

Tabarjal 2 Solar Project in the Al-Jouf region, with a capacity of 1,400 MW.
Moqaq Solar Project in the Hail region, with a capacity of 600 MW.
Tathleeth Solar Project in the Asir region, with a capacity of 600 MW.
South Alula Solar Project in the Al-Madinah region, with a capacity of 500 MW.

The wind projects are:

Balgha Wind Project in the Al-Madinah region, with a capacity of 1,300 MW.
Shagran Wind Project in the Al-Madinah region, with a capacity of 900 MW

These projects are part of NREP, which aims to achieve an optimal energy mix and supply 50% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030. SPPC is responsible for preparing feasibility studies, tendering electricity generation projects, and signing power purchase agreements (PPA) with developers.

SAUDI ELECTRICITY COMPANY, INDIA'S NTPC TO SET UP POWER PLANT SERVICES JV

Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Indian company NTPC Limited to establish a joint venture company to provide power plant services in the Middle East, along with plans for knowledge exchange and investment in new electricity projects.

The MoU covers cooperation in power plant operation and maintenance, modernization and development, procurement, engineering services, and project management. It also includes joint initiatives in research and development of modern energy technologies. The strategic partnership forms part of SEC's ongoing efforts to strengthen international collaborations and leverage global experiences to support the development of the Kingdom's electricity sector.

The Saudi Electricity Company is the largest producer, transmitter, and distributor of electric power in the Middle East and North Africa, serving more than 11 million subscribers. NTPC is one of India’s largest government-owned electricity companies, with a production capacity of approximately 77,000 megawatts from diverse sources, including coal, gas, hydroelectric, wind, and solar power.

LEAPTING SIGNS 105 MW SOLAR PROJECT IN SAUDI ARABIA, PIONEERING 100% ROBOTIC PANEL INSTALLATION

LEAPTING proudly announced the signing of a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for a 105MW solar project in Saudi Arabia. This project will mark Leapting’s first fixed-tilt photovoltaic installation in the region to be fully and exclusively completed by robotic installation systems.

It also represents Leapting’s inaugural solar project in Saudi Arabia to achieve 100% automated module installation using proprietary robotic technology. Under the agreement, Leapting will deploy 10 self-developed autonomous guided module installation robots to achieve fully automated installation of over 149,000 photovoltaic panels on fixed-tilt structures in a 4L configuration.

All preparatory work for the project is currently progressing in an orderly manner, with robot deployment and installation scheduled to commence in the Q1 of 2026.

SAUDI-LISTED LADUN TO DEVELOP 400 RESIDENTIAL VILLAS IN RIYADH

Ladun Investment Company it has secured a sub-development contract to construct 400 residential villas within the Mashriqiya project in Riyadh. The contract, valued at SAR 446 Mn (USD 118.9 Mn), was awarded by the state-owned National Housing Company (NHC).

The new villas will be developed on a land area estimated at 100,440 sqm. New developments related to the contract will be disclosed upon signing the agreement. Mashriqiya in eastern Riyadh comprises of a total of 3,701 residential units. NHC aims to deliver 300,000 housing units by 2025.

SAUDI ARABIA LAUNCHES 1ST VIRTUAL HOSPITAL IN MIDDLE EAST

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health has launched the SEHA Virtual Hospital (SVH), the first of its kind in the Middle East and the largest globally in terms of hospitals served. Utilizing advanced technologies, SVH provides specialized services, supports health facilities across the Kingdom, and aims to promote innovation, sustainability, and institutional excellence in the health sector.

Serving around 500,000 beneficiaries annually, the hospital offers 12 specialties and 35 sub-specialties in collaboration with over 130 hospitals, including rare specialties. Patients can attend real-time video consultations with top specialists from their local hospitals, sharing vital signs, tests, and X-rays instantly with the expert network.

SVH provides a range of services, including emergency consultations, specialized clinics, multidisciplinary committees, supportive medical services, and 24/7 home care. It also features virtual care for EEG patients, stroke care, ICUs, and radiology services. The initiative aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, advancing virtual medicine and delivering high-quality healthcare through innovative technologies.

MOUWASAT UNVEILS USD 346 MN HOSPITAL EXPANSION ACROSS SAUDI ARABIA

Mouwasat Medical Services Company expanded hospital projects across Saudi Arabia, with a total cost of SAR 1.38 Bn (USD 0.37 Bn). The expansion plan will be self-financed and funded by local banks with long-term Shariah-compliant loans.

Riyadh

The group will add a new building with a capacity of 100 adjacent to the existing hospital at a total value of SAR 330 Mn (USD 87.99 Mn). The construction phase will kick off during the Q1 of 2026 after obtaining the regulatory approvals, with the project expected to be completed in Q4-2028. Subject to the approval of the Ministry of Health, the commercial production is forecast to begin in Q2-2029, along with the financial impact.

Qatif Expansion

Mouwasat Qatif Hospital, owned by the Eastern Medical Services Company, a subsidiary in which listed Mouwasat owns 51%, will have additional 100 beds for SAR 350 Mn (USD 93.32 Mn). Starting in Q4-2025, the project is expected to be implemented in Q2-2028 and operational in Q4-2028. The three-month pilot phase will kick off during the July-September 2028 period.

Al Ahsa Hospital

At a total cost of SAR 700 Mn (USD 186.64 Mn), the hospital will feature 200 beds by Q3-2029, the pilot production. The construction will take place from Q1-2026 until Q2-2029, whereas the commercial production will be during Q4-2029. In the first half (H1) of 2025, Mouwasat generated net profits totaling SAR 384.01 Mn (USD 102.38 Mn), an annual increase of 18.41% from SAR 324.28 Mn (USD 86.46 Mn).

List of key transaction- Saudi Arabia Q3 2025

Source: YOG INFRA, Public Information

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