NEOM Unveils 'Magna' Global Project on Gulf of Aqaba Featuring 12 Luxury Tourism Destinations

Magna is situated on the stunning Gulf of Aqaba coastline. (NEOM)
Magna is situated on the stunning Gulf of Aqaba coastline. (NEOM)
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NEOM Unveils 'Magna' Global Project on Gulf of Aqaba Featuring 12 Luxury Tourism Destinations

Magna is situated on the stunning Gulf of Aqaba coastline. (NEOM)
Magna is situated on the stunning Gulf of Aqaba coastline. (NEOM)

The Board of Directors of NEOM revealed the development of Magna, its luxury lifestyle coastal destination.

Part of NEOM's regional sustainable tourism portfolio, Magna is situated on the stunning Gulf of Aqaba coastline and comprises the recently announced premier destinations of Leyja, Epicon, Siranna, Utamo, Norlana, Aquellum, Zardun, Xaynor, Elanan, Gidori, Treyam, and Jaumur, said NEOM in a statement on Wednesday.

The twelve destinations will span 120 kilometers and are poised to set a new global standard in luxury sustainable tourism. As the physical embodiment of the ambitious and future-focused Saudi Vision 2030, Magna will be developed with a core focus on cutting-edge technology, world-class architecture, and ultra-modern amenities that seamlessly merge with nature.

Each destination is individually unique, with its own distinct offering for residents and guests, yet they will seamlessly blend to form a unified destination. They will be woven together by the conservation, preservation, and rejuvenation of native flora, fauna, and the breathtaking natural landscape.

The development will boast 15 luxury hotels, 1,600 hotel rooms, suites and apartments, and over 2,500 premium residences across its destinations.

Chief Executive Officer of NEOM Nadhmi Al-Nasr said: “NEOM's premier coastal region of Magna is a treasure of tomorrow, steeped in natural beauty and advanced technology. Aligned with our three pillars of redefining business, conservation, and livability, Magna will play a key role in building a strong tourism ecosystem within NEOM.”

“Importantly, Magna will contribute positively to the national economic diversification efforts and to the broader Saudi Vision 2030 goals, helping to position the Kingdom as a global leader in luxury tourism,” he added.

In line with Vision 2030, Magna and its destinations will stimulate the Kingdom's economy by creating 15,000 jobs across the tourism, leisure, and hospitality sectors. The development is projected to contribute SAR 2.6 billion to the Kingdom's GDP by 2030, accommodate 14,500 residents, and welcome more than 300,000 overnight visitors annually.

Magna presents an unprecedented opportunity for investors and developers to be part of one of the world's most pioneering projects, with sustainability embedded in every stage from design to construction and long-term maintenance.

Magna is NEOM's newest region within the evolving giga-project development in the northwest of Saudi Arabia, following Sindalah, THE LINE, Trojena, and Oxagon.



NEOM Closes $3 Billion Financing Facilities to Support Development of Its Projects

Oxagon, NEOM's reimagined industrial city on the Red Sea. (NEOM)
Oxagon, NEOM's reimagined industrial city on the Red Sea. (NEOM)
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NEOM Closes $3 Billion Financing Facilities to Support Development of Its Projects

Oxagon, NEOM's reimagined industrial city on the Red Sea. (NEOM)
Oxagon, NEOM's reimagined industrial city on the Red Sea. (NEOM)

NEOM secured on Monday a landmark financing agreement with Italy’s SACE, securing approximately $3 billion under a long-term multicurrency untied facility.

With this move, NEOM aims to support the development of its major projects and regions, according to a statement issued by the company.

The deal marks NEOM's first corporate export credit agency (ECA) financing and the largest untied financing ever guaranteed by SACE.

It will support various projects across NEOM and is backed by a syndicate of nine prominent international banks – HSBC, Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, Bank of China, Crédit Agricole CIB, Agricultural Bank of China, Citi, China Construction Bank, J.P. Morgan and Bank of America.

The partnership will enable NEOM to leverage supplies from Italian businesses, particularly SMEs, to support the project’s development across key sectors, such as infrastructure, urban development, construction and transport (rail, road and maritime).

To date, Italian suppliers and contractors have supported NEOM on a range of projects, with contracts worth $6.3 billion, and the deal aims to further strengthen and develop these important international business relationships, NEOM said in a statement.

“NEOM is committed to working with global partners who share our passion for visionary projects and initiatives that will advance human progress,” said NEOM Acting CEO Eng. Aiman Al-Mudaifer.

He said this deal advances the Kingdom's aim of generating capital investment in line with Saudi Vision 2030, with foreign investment being instrumental in diversifying the economy.

“This partnership with SACE and the consortium of leading international banks also creates strong ties with major Italian companies that will enhance international trade and investment flows,” Al-Mudaifer said.

SACE CEO Alessandra Ricci said: “We are glad to play our part alongside NEOM in this cutting-edge project, which generates opportunities in a wide range of sectors for Italian SMEs and supply chains.”

She noted that opening new routes to “Made in Italy” is a priority to allow a long-term growth for Italian exports, matching their potential.

“Our Riyadh office supports Italian companies and their potential partners and counterparties, by providing experience and insurance financial solutions combined with the added value of a physical presence in the area,” Ricci added.

Meanwhile, the SACE untied facility will expand and diversify NEOM’s existing funding pool, supporting its long-term financing requirements as NEOM moves forward in the development of major projects and regions.