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 PIF Backed Adeera to Operate Hotels in Qiddiya City

• Saudi Arabia’s Flynas Celebrates the Launch of First Ever Direct Flights Between Riyadh and Moscow

• Ride Hailing Apps Complete Over 32 Million Trips in Q2 2025 in Saudi Arabia

• Saudi Arabia Introduces New Rules for Fine Dining Restaurants

• Today’s Newsletter’s Sponsor

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✨Saudi Arabia’s PIF Backed Adeera to Operate Hotels in Qiddiya City

Adeera, a hospitality brand backed by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF), is partnering with Qiddiya Investment Company to operate hotels within Qiddiya City.

Key Takeaways:

• Adeera will operate a portfolio of hotels in Qiddiya City.

• The portfolio includes three distinct brands: Alia, Sama and Noor

• The hotels are designed to integrate Saudi culture and identity, providing authentic experiences through local partnerships and events.

he partnership between Adeera and Qiddiya Investment Company for hotel operations in Qiddiya City is a significant move to enhance Saudi Arabia's hospitality and tourism sectors. Read more

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✨Saudi Arabia’s Flynas Celebrates the Launch of First Ever Direct Flights Between Riyadh and Moscow

Flynas, a Saudi low-cost airline, has launched the first-ever direct flights between Riyadh and Moscow, a significant milestone in connecting the two countries.

Key Takeaways:

• The first-ever direct flights between Riyadh and Moscow began on August 1, 2025.

• The flights operate three times a week.

• This is the first scheduled direct service between Saudi Arabia and Russia.

Flynas's launch of direct flights between Riyadh and Moscow is a significant development for both countries, marking the first scheduled direct air service between them. Read more

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✨ Ride Hailing Apps Complete Over 32 Million Trips in Q2 2025 in Saudi Arabia

The ride-hailing industry in Saudi Arabia experienced significant growth in the second quarter of 2025, with over 32 million trips completed, marking a 104% increase year-over-year.

Key Takeaways:

• Over 32 million trips were completed in Q2 2025, a 104% increase from the previous year.

• The number of registered drivers grew by 81% to over 263,000, and operating platforms increased by 87% to 15,300.

• Riyadh accounted for 41% of all ride-hailing trips.

Saudi Arabia's ride-hailing industry is experiencing a massive boom, with over 32 million trips completed in Q2 2025. Read more

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✨Saudi Arabia Introduces New Rules for Fine Dining Restaurants

Saudi Arabia has introduced a new set of regulations for fine dining restaurants, aiming to elevate the luxury dining experience and attract further investment in the Kingdom's booming tourism and lifestyle sectors.

Key Takeaways:

• New rules include compulsory full table service, valet parking, a strict dress code for diners, and a ban on drive-thru services.

• Each fine dining brand is limited to one branch per city to maintain exclusivity.

• Visible cashier counters are prohibited to ensure an immersive and refined dining environment.

Saudi Arabia is setting a new benchmark for its fine dining scene with comprehensive regulations designed to enhance the luxury experience and attract investment. Read more

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