Saudi Arabia Joins Global CCS Institute

Saudi Arabia is the latest member to join the Global CCS Institute (SPA)
Saudi Arabia is the latest member to join the Global CCS Institute (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Joins Global CCS Institute

Saudi Arabia is the latest member to join the Global CCS Institute (SPA)
Saudi Arabia is the latest member to join the Global CCS Institute (SPA)

Saudi Arabia, represented by the Energy Ministry, has become the latest member to join the Global CCS Institute on scaling up carbon capture and storage technology (CCS).

Saudi Arabia reaffirmed its commitment to tackling the climate challenge through collaboration, innovation, and adopting proven technologies.

Saudi Arabia has a diverse portfolio aimed at reducing carbon emissions, including through CCS, with a target to reach net zero by 2060.

Minister of Energy Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman said CCS is a needed technology to drive a low-emission transition across the complex to abate industries.

"In 2022, Saudi Arabia announced plans to develop one of the largest CCS hubs in the world, where 44 million tons of CO2 will be mitigated annually through CCS efforts in the Jubail industrial city by 2035," said the minister.

He indicated that getting ambitious climate projects off the ground will require partnerships and region-specific expertise and knowledge, and being a member of the Global CCS Institute will enhance that further.

The Global CCS Institute said it is keen to work with the Saudi government to provide expertise to drive the accelerated deployment of CCS technology.

CEO of the Global CCS Institute Jarad Daniels stated that Saudi Arabia is putting plans in place to develop large-scale projects that will have the capacity to capture and store millions of tons of CO2 from industry, subsequently being poised to be a CCS leader in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

"As the country shifts from CCS ambition to CCS action, we look forward to being an active part of that journey," Daniels added.

The Global CCS Institute's diverse membership is over 200 strong, spanning 33 countries, including 13 government members.

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Energy, leading the government's carbon capture and storage efforts, will work closely with the Institute on CCS capacity building.

Although over 250 CCS facilities are in various stages globally, that number will need to increase by 100-fold for international climate targets to be reached by mid-century.

Saudi Arabia's geological storage capacity makes the country an excellent candidate for CCS deployment and industrial decarbonization efforts.



Saudi Arabia Unveils Pavilion at International Defense Exhibition and Conference in UAE

The Saudi pavilion is showcasing the latest technologies and advanced systems, underscoring the significant progress the Kingdom has made in localizing military industries, in alignment with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. (SPA)
The Saudi pavilion is showcasing the latest technologies and advanced systems, underscoring the significant progress the Kingdom has made in localizing military industries, in alignment with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. (SPA)
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Saudi Arabia Unveils Pavilion at International Defense Exhibition and Conference in UAE

The Saudi pavilion is showcasing the latest technologies and advanced systems, underscoring the significant progress the Kingdom has made in localizing military industries, in alignment with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. (SPA)
The Saudi pavilion is showcasing the latest technologies and advanced systems, underscoring the significant progress the Kingdom has made in localizing military industries, in alignment with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. (SPA)

The activities of the Saudi pavilion, organized by the General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI), kicked off on Monday at the International Defense Exhibition and Conference "IDEX 2025" in Abu Dhabi. This event is being held under the patronage of Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the United Arab Emirates.

Governor of GAMI Eng. Ahmad Abdulaziz Al-Ohali participated in the launch, in the presence of Lt.-Gen. Mohammad Bin Abdulrahman bin Hamed Al-Gharibi, Chief of Staff of the Royal Saudi Naval Forces, Sultan bin Abdullah Al-Angari, Saudi ambassador to the UAE, and a number of officials, international investors and decision-makers in the sector.

Al-Ohali emphasized the significance of the Kingdom's participation in IDEX 2025 as a leading global platform for showcasing the latest military technologies.

He underscored the importance of establishing international partnerships that enhance the Kingdom's defense and security capabilities.

The Saudi pavilion serves as a strategic window that reaffirms the Kingdom's commitment to developing its defense sector and strengthening national competencies, contributing to the ambitious goal of localizing over 50% of military spending by 2030, he added.

During the exhibition, GAMI signed a cooperation agreement in the field of government quality assurance with the Defense Acquisition Program Administration in South Korea.

The agreement aims to boost the assurance and reliability of defense products and services carried out under purchasing and acquisition operations, in accordance with the local laws and regulations of both sides.

The agreement reflects the mutual desire of both parties to deepen joint cooperation in the field of defense industry and technology, in a way that achieves the national interests of both countries. The two parties also intend to expand the scope of cooperation by exchanging experiences and best practices in the field of government quality assurance for defense products and services.

The Saudi pavilion is showcasing the latest technologies and advanced systems, underscoring the significant progress the Kingdom has made in localizing military industries, in alignment with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.

It is presenting the latest locally developed defense technologies across military, defense, and security industries. It features a variety of military products aimed at highlighting the capabilities of the defense and military sectors. Additionally, it presents investors with a conducive investment environment and the promising opportunities available in the sector.

In addition to GAMI and the General Authority for Defense Development (GADD), the pavilion includes the World Defense Show (WDS), along with several national companies operating in the military industries sector. The companies include the Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI), the National Company for Mechanical Systems (NCMS), the Middle East Propulsion Company (MEPC), the Saudi Chemical Company Holding (SCCH), AlKorayef Group, Life Shield Military Industries (LIFE SHIELD), Emaan International, QUDRA Industrial Company, and the Saudi Company for Aircraft Maintenance and Preparation (GDC).