Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Global Introduces Beach Cleaning Robot

Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Global unveiled a state-of-the-art robot to ensure that beaches remain pristine and free from any waste.
Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Global unveiled a state-of-the-art robot to ensure that beaches remain pristine and free from any waste.
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Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Global Introduces Beach Cleaning Robot

Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Global unveiled a state-of-the-art robot to ensure that beaches remain pristine and free from any waste.
Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Global unveiled a state-of-the-art robot to ensure that beaches remain pristine and free from any waste.

Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea Global, the developer of the world-renowned destinations of The Red Sea and Amaala, unveiled a state-of-the-art robot to ensure that such stunning beaches remain pristine and free from any waste, SPA said on Friday.
The advanced electric robot was specifically designed to enhance the visual appeal of the sand and tackle the issue of plastic waste and debris, boasting an impressive ability to identify objects as tiny as one cubic cm.
It can be controlled remotely and has been meticulously crafted to deliver comprehensive and remarkable results while protecting the environment. With its exceptional flexibility, it effortlessly maneuvers around furniture and other obstacles that would pose a challenge for other robots. In just one hour, it can cover an impressive area of 3,000 square meters.
The robot will commence its operations at the Red Sea destination, helping to preserve the natural beauty of this world-class location and its breathtaking resorts. This achievement exemplifies Red Sea Global’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding the beaches for visitors while promoting a harmonious balance between luxurious travel experiences and sustainable environmental practices.
The Red Sea destination welcomed its first visitors in 2023, coinciding with the inauguration of two hotels. Since September, the Red Sea International Airport, the primary gateway to this incredible destination, has been receiving regular flights.
By its grand inauguration in 2030, the Red Sea megaproject will host an impressive collection of 50 resorts, encompassing a total of 8,000 hotel units and over 1,000 residential units spread across 22 islands and six mainland sites. In addition to these accommodations, the destination will feature luxurious marinas, top-notch golf courses, and entertainment and recreational facilities.



Acropolis to Close in the Afternoon Due to Heatwave

People stand in a shade while visiting the Acropolis, at the start of a 3-days heatwave with temperatures expected to overpass 40 Celsius degrees, in Athens, Greece, July 7, 2025. REUTERS/Louisa Gouliamaki
People stand in a shade while visiting the Acropolis, at the start of a 3-days heatwave with temperatures expected to overpass 40 Celsius degrees, in Athens, Greece, July 7, 2025. REUTERS/Louisa Gouliamaki
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Acropolis to Close in the Afternoon Due to Heatwave

People stand in a shade while visiting the Acropolis, at the start of a 3-days heatwave with temperatures expected to overpass 40 Celsius degrees, in Athens, Greece, July 7, 2025. REUTERS/Louisa Gouliamaki
People stand in a shade while visiting the Acropolis, at the start of a 3-days heatwave with temperatures expected to overpass 40 Celsius degrees, in Athens, Greece, July 7, 2025. REUTERS/Louisa Gouliamaki

Greece's culture ministry on Tuesday ordered a partial closure of the Acropolis, the country's top monument, to protect visitors amid heatwave conditions.

The ministry in a statement said the site would be closed from 1:00 to 5:00 pm (1000 to 1400 GMT) "for the safety of workers and visitors, owing to high temperatures."

The four-day heatwave that began Sunday is the second to grip Greece since late June.

Temperatures in the country are expected to reach 42 Celsius (107.6 Fahrenheit) on Tuesday, with a maximum of 38 Celsius in Athens.

Similar temperatures are expected Wednesday.

The 2,500-year-old Acropolis, built on a rock overlooking the capital that offers little shade, draws tens of thousands of visitors daily.

Last year it recorded some 4.5 million visitors, an increase of over 15 percent compared to 2023.