Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh witnessed on Tuesday the launch of its largest entertainment gathering with the opening of two highly anticipated events - the Saudi Entertainment and Amusement (SEA) Expo, and the Saudi Light and Sound (SLS) Expo.
Over three exciting days, attendees will experience interactive displays, cutting-edge technology, and insights into the future of entertainment. The expos feature local and international experts, government officials, and industry specialists.
Mohannad Al-Abbad, Deputy CEO of Investment and Business Development at the General Entertainment Authority, inaugurated the exhibitions, followed by tours for VIP guests.
Speaking to Asharq Al-Awsat, Majed Aleid, Director of the Entertainment Sector at the Ministry of Investment, noted the Kingdom’s significant progress in the entertainment sector, highlighting its role in boosting quality of life.
The events offer valuable insights and experiences, aiming to enhance cooperation, innovation, and communication among investors, creators, and industry experts globally. They bring fresh ideas and projects to enrich the entertainment scene, he added.
Sarkis Kahwajian from DMG Events, which is organizing this year’s edition of the expos, stressed that this year’s agenda is the most diverse yet, showcasing the latest products and developments in Saudi entertainment.
Saudi Invest, part of the Ministry of Investment, will sign an agreement with Nowaar Entertainment on experiential events and content development.
Dallah Al-Baraka, a multinational company, will partner with Europa-Park, a renowned German amusement park, to offer consulting services, training programs, and equipment sales to support the sector’s growth aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.
Over the next three days, the SEA Expo will showcase new products from various companies.
Speakers from top industry players like Six Flags Qiddiya, SEVEN, Cruise Saudi, and government bodies will discuss topics including the future of Saudi entertainment, local-global brand connections, food and beverages, amusement parks, sustainability, and workforce retention.
At the SLS Expo, visitors can explore lighting, sound, live events, theater tech, and augmented reality.
