Cruise Saudi Launches Inaugural Ship at Jeddah Islamic Port

The vessel, featuring 19 decks and 1,678 cabins and suites, accommodates up to 3,362 passengers. SPA
The vessel, featuring 19 decks and 1,678 cabins and suites, accommodates up to 3,362 passengers. SPA
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Cruise Saudi Launches Inaugural Ship at Jeddah Islamic Port

The vessel, featuring 19 decks and 1,678 cabins and suites, accommodates up to 3,362 passengers. SPA
The vessel, featuring 19 decks and 1,678 cabins and suites, accommodates up to 3,362 passengers. SPA

Cruise Saudi, dedicated to advancing the Kingdom’s cruise industry, introduced its first ship, AROYA, at Jeddah Islamic Port. The ship launching represents a step toward bolstering maritime tourism across Saudi Arabia.

The vessel, featuring 19 decks and 1,678 cabins and suites, accommodates up to 3,362 passengers. It offers an inclusive culinary experience with 12 restaurants and 17 cafes, serving dishes from five continents with a focus on Saudi flavors.

AROYA is equipped with a range of entertainment facilities, including a shopping area, a 1,018-seat theater, a kids' zone, and prayer areas. It also boasts designated women's hours in health and entertainment venues and extensive sports amenities including a walking track as well as football and basketball courts.



Diriyah Company Plans Architectural Design Work on Diriyah’s Boulevard District Worth $113.6 Million

The project is worth $113.6 Million - SPA
The project is worth $113.6 Million - SPA
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Diriyah Company Plans Architectural Design Work on Diriyah’s Boulevard District Worth $113.6 Million

The project is worth $113.6 Million - SPA
The project is worth $113.6 Million - SPA

Diriyah Company revealed that it has awarded a SAR426.3 million (US$113.6 million) contract for architectural design work on Diriyah’s Boulevard District to a specialized urban development firm.
According to a press release, the firm will apply its expertise to serve as the multidisciplinary design consultant behind a range of beautifully designed buildings in three community areas within the Boulevard District.
The firm's scope of work includes concept design, schematic design, detailed design and construction supervision within these community areas located in and around the Boulevard District, SPA reported.
Diriyah Company said it has significantly accelerated its development program through securing major agreements for large-scale projects within the 14-square kilometer development area with key contracts awarded to other contractors.
"This flagship district will become a major focal point for the $63.2 billion Diriyah project and provide connectivity across multiple areas within Diriyah’s comprehensive master plans," said the release.