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Saudi Infrastructure Expo: Transforming the Kingdom into Leading Destination for AI

Undersecretary of the Ministry of Municipal, Rural Affairs and Housing for Digital Transformation and Smart Cities Eng. Ali Rajhi. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Undersecretary of the Ministry of Municipal, Rural Affairs and Housing for Digital Transformation and Smart Cities Eng. Ali Rajhi. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
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Saudi Infrastructure Expo: Transforming the Kingdom into Leading Destination for AI

Undersecretary of the Ministry of Municipal, Rural Affairs and Housing for Digital Transformation and Smart Cities Eng. Ali Rajhi. (Asharq Al-Awsat)
Undersecretary of the Ministry of Municipal, Rural Affairs and Housing for Digital Transformation and Smart Cities Eng. Ali Rajhi. (Asharq Al-Awsat)

The Saudi government is seeking to transform the Kingdom into a destination for artificial intelligence, by relying on modern technologies and innovative practices in the field of infrastructure.

In this context, the Saudi Infrastructure Summit and Exhibition were launched in Riyadh on Monday in the presence of more than 275 local and international companies from 20 countries.

Speaking during the event, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Municipal, Rural Affairs and Housing for Digital Transformation and Smart Cities Eng. Ali Rajhi said the contracting sector, especially infrastructure, was an essential pillar in projects and assumed a pivotal role within the initiatives of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.

He added that the summit was an opportunity to learn about the latest regulatory and administrative legislation, stressing that the ministry would continue to provide facilitations for investments and businesses within this vital sector.

Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Contractors Authority Engineer Zakaria Al-Abdulqader emphasized the importance of the event, which he said was based on three main objectives, starting with transforming the Kingdom into a destination for artificial intelligence by relying on modern technologies and innovative practices in the field of infrastructure.

The second objective, according to Abdulqader, is to bring together investors and decision-makers from around the world to discuss challenges and opportunities in the field of information technology and to benefit from local and global expertise.

The third goal is to create an interactive platform for stakeholders from legislative and regulatory bodies, in addition to contractors and interested companies, suppliers, and local and international experts, to share their experiences, encourage creativity and innovation and spread awareness in several fields.

The Saudi Infrastructure Exhibition, which covers various sectors of the infrastructure industry, brings together local and international exhibitors for three days, to showcase products and provide innovative solutions, with the aim of transforming the infrastructure landscape in the Kingdom.

This year’s edition features pavilions for eight countries, including Egypt, China, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Italy, Türkiye, Germany and India.

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Riyadh to Host Saudi Rail Conference and Exhibition on November 20-21

The conference aligns with SAR's efforts to achieve the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy under Saudi Vision 2030 by attracting and localizing cutting-edge railway technologies. (Saudi Arabia Railways)
The conference aligns with SAR's efforts to achieve the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy under Saudi Vision 2030 by attracting and localizing cutting-edge railway technologies. (Saudi Arabia Railways)
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Riyadh to Host Saudi Rail Conference and Exhibition on November 20-21

The conference aligns with SAR's efforts to achieve the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy under Saudi Vision 2030 by attracting and localizing cutting-edge railway technologies. (Saudi Arabia Railways)
The conference aligns with SAR's efforts to achieve the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy under Saudi Vision 2030 by attracting and localizing cutting-edge railway technologies. (Saudi Arabia Railways)

Riyadh is slated to host the inaugural edition of the Saudi Rail Conference and Exhibition on November 20-21, under the patronage of Minister of Transport and Logistic Services and Chairman of Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) Saleh Al-Jasser.

The event will highlight the advancements and innovations in the railway sector and gather insights from local and international perspectives.

Al-Jasser emphasized that the event aligns with the transformative developments taking place in the Kingdom's transportation and logistics sector, particularly in the railway industry, and highlighted the substantial support provided by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, to the sector.

Al-Jasser underscored the pivotal role railways play in driving the Kingdom's economic and social development by facilitating the movement of people and goods, helping to boost trade and tourism, serving Hajj and Umrah pilgrims, and contributing to reducing emissions by decreasing the number of daily car and truck trips.

He reiterated the Kingdom's commitment to advancing railway infrastructure, enhancing rail network efficiency, and improving user services.

Several national railway projects are underway as part of the Kingdom's strategic vision to strengthen its position as a leading global logistics hub, he went on to say.

SAR CEO Dr. Bashar AlMalik said that by hosting this event, Saudi Arabia reinforces its leading position in the transport and logistics sector, and positions itself as a global hub for railway operators.

The conference, one of the largest events of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa region, will be attended by a large number of industry experts. Over 200 local and international speakers will engage in panel discussions focused on cutting-edge innovations and solutions in the railway sector.

It will feature more than 200 exhibitors, offering a crucial platform for networking and exchange of knowledge among key industry stakeholders.

The conference aligns with SAR's efforts to achieve the objectives of the National Transport and Logistics Strategy under Saudi Vision 2030 by attracting and localizing cutting-edge railway technologies, solidifying the Kingdom's position as a global logistics hub that collaborates with both domestic and international stakeholders.

SAR's network has expanded to include three intercity lines: the North Railway, the East Railway, and the Haramain High-Speed Railway, inaugurated by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques in 2018.

The network also encompasses key urban lines, including the Mashaer Train (serving pilgrims), the Riyadh Metro, the King Abdulaziz International Airport Railway in Jeddah, and the Princess Noura University Railway. In total, the railway network spans over 5,500 kilometers, demonstrating the Kingdom's commitment to building a comprehensive and interconnected transportation system.