‏NEOM Meets with Business Community in the United States

NEOM concluded a series of "Discover NEOM" events with investors and business partners in the United States. (SPA)
NEOM concluded a series of "Discover NEOM" events with investors and business partners in the United States. (SPA)
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‏NEOM Meets with Business Community in the United States

NEOM concluded a series of "Discover NEOM" events with investors and business partners in the United States. (SPA)
NEOM concluded a series of "Discover NEOM" events with investors and business partners in the United States. (SPA)

NEOM has concluded a series of "Discover NEOM" events with investors and business partners in the United States as part of its ongoing efforts to highlight the project’s latest developments and explore investment opportunities, reported the Saudi Press Agency.

CEO of NEOM, Nadhmi Al-Nasr said: "We came to the United States to explore the significant market opportunities that NEOM presents to American corporations, to showcase the great progress NEOM has made and to discuss how we can best support the collaborative international effort to address global challenges."

"The events were attended by over 700 business, financial, investment, environment and sustainability, technology and manufacturing leaders. NEOM looks forward to the meaningful partnerships that will be forged out of our US visit and the investment opportunities it will bring to NEOM and Saudi Arabia supported by the guidance of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman."

During the US visit, NEOM held a special event at the Saudi Embassy in Washington, DC to honor students on NEOM’s scholarship program, in the presence of the Saudi Ambassador to the US, Princess Reema bint Bandar Al-Saud. The event celebrated students from NEOM and Tabuk in a show of support, motivation and empowerment, reflecting the Saudi leadership’s belief in its youth as today’s partners and tomorrow’s leaders.

‏"Discover NEOM" is the name for a series of world events that included a similar event held in London late last year to showcase NEOM and explore investment opportunities with potential partners from all sectors. NEOM plans to expand its events to reach more destinations all over the globe.



PIF Launches New Company to Deliver Expo 2030 Riyadh

PIF Launches New Company to Deliver Expo 2030 Riyadh
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PIF Launches New Company to Deliver Expo 2030 Riyadh

PIF Launches New Company to Deliver Expo 2030 Riyadh

The Public Investment Fund (PIF) announced the launch of Expo 2030 Riyadh Company (ERC), wholly owned by PIF, to build and operate the facilities of Expo 2030 Riyadh –Saudi Arabia’s first World Expo– as well as preserving the legacy of the event.

In a press release, PIF said the masterplan for Expo 2030 Riyadh covers an area of six million square meters, making it one of the biggest World Expo sites. The Expo will be to the north of the city, near the future King Salman International Airport, and with direct connections to the Saudi capital’s landmarks.

According to SPA, Expo 2030 Riyadh is projected to attract more than 40 million visits. After the expo event, ERC plans to lead the transformation of the Expo’s gated area into a global village to serve as a multicultural hub for retail, food and beverage, surrounded by an international residential community with world-class amenities, and setting new standards in sustainable tourism, according to the release.

PIF continues with its strategic mandate to achieve economic impact for Saudi Arabia while securing sustainable returns. PIF is one of the world’s most impactful investors, driving Saudi Arabia’s economic diversification while also enabling the creation of key sectors and opportunities that help shape the global economy. PIF leads the development of transformative giga-projects and landmark real estate initiatives across Saudi Arabia.

PIF Head of the Local Real Estate Investment Division Saad Alkroud said: “ERC benefits from PIF’s diverse local and global ecosystem and the establishment of the company aligns with PIF’s local real estate strategy, which drives economic transformation and diversification, advancing urban innovation and enhancing quality of life, driven by the ambitious goals of Saudi Vision 2030.”

ERC is swiftly launching operations to fulfill its mandate, and will partner with the local and global private sector to achieve its goals for construction, cultural programming and event management, added the release.

Expo 2030 Riyadh runs from October 1, 2030 to March 31, 2031 and will further strengthen the city’s attractiveness to international businesses. It marks the city’s status as one of the world’s fastest-transforming capitals, one that combines sustainability, connectivity, and quality of life at scale. Riyadh was awarded the hosting rights for Expo 2030 in November 2023, winning the vote in the first round.

During its construction phases, Expo 2030 Riyadh and its legacy are projected to contribute around $64 billion to Saudi GDP and generate approximately 171,000 direct and indirect jobs. Once operational, it is expected to contribute approximately $5.6 billion to GDP.

Countries participating in Expo 2030 Riyadh will have the option of building permanent pavilions and being part of the event’s legacy. The Expo will provide opportunities for long-term business and investment growth.