Your Weekly Round Up

YOUR WEEKLY ROUNDUP

In case you missed this weeks latest developments in the growth of Saudi Arabia we’ve compiled the best articles for you.

In Today’s Edition:

• Saudi Arabia’s NEOM to Unveil Hidden Marina as First Phase of THE LINE

• Riyadh Metro Hits More Than 18 Million Passengers in Just Over Two Months

• Saudi Arabia is giving its construction sector a major boost with the introduction of guaranteed financing.

• Riyadh Air CEO Slams Lack of Direct Flights from Riyadh to Major Global Cities

• Today’s Newsletter’s Sponsor

NEOM

✨Saudi Arabia’s NEOM to Unveil Hidden Marina as First Phase of THE LINE

NEOM is preparing to unveil the Hidden Marina, the first phase of its ambitious project, The Line.

Key Takeaways:

• The Hidden Marina will be the first part of The Line to be revealed.

• This marks a significant step in the development of NEOM's innovative urban project.

• The marina promises to be a stunning addition to the Red Sea coast.

The upcoming unveiling of the Hidden Marina signals major progress for NEOM and its vision for The Line. Read more

TRAVEL

✨Riyadh Metro Hits More Than 18 Million Passengers in Just Over Two Months

The Riyadh Metro is off to a flying start. In just over two months, it has already carried more than 18 million passengers.

Key Takeaways:

• The Riyadh Metro has served over 18 million passengers in its first two months of operation.

• This demonstrates the strong demand for public transportation in Riyadh.

• The metro is playing a key role in improving connectivity and reducing traffic congestion in the city.

The Riyadh Metro is proving to be a resounding success. Read more

ECONOMY

✨Saudi Arabia is giving its construction sector a major boost with the introduction of guaranteed financing.

Saudi Arabia is giving its construction sector a major boost with the introduction of guaranteed financing.

Key Takeaways:

• New Infrastructure guaranteed financing has been introduced to support the growing construction sector.

• The initiatives aim to increase access to local funding.

• Other goals include localizing building materials and upskilling workers.

Saudi Arabia is taking concrete steps to strengthen its construction industry. Read more

TRAVEL

✨Riyadh Air CEO Slams Lack of Direct Flights from Riyadh to Major Global Cities as "Haram"

Riyadh Air's CEO, Tony Douglas, has spoken out about the need for more direct flights from Riyadh to major global cities, highlighting the airline's ambition to transform the city into a global aviation hub.

Key Takeaways:

• Riyadh Air aims to connect 100 cities by 2030.

• CEO Tony Douglas has criticized the current lack of direct flights from Riyadh to major global destinations.

• The airline is committed to establishing Riyadh as a major international aviation hub.

Riyadh Air is making a bold push to put Riyadh on the map as a global travel hub. Read more

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