TABUK: NEOM — the company behind Saudi Arabia’s $500 billion megacity — has signed a contract with US-based Bechtel for executive project management work on the development of the primary, base infrastructure.
NEOM CEO Nadhmi Al-Nasr said: “Built from the ground up as a model of future living, NEOM will be one of the largest, most sophisticated and advanced infrastructure projects ever undertaken globally, and we are delighted to have a major industry leader like Bechtel on board to work with us to realize our ambitions.”
Bechtel Chairman and CEO Brendan Bechtel said: “NEOM is one of the most complex projects in living memory and we are proud to be part of it. The vision for a futuristic, innovative and sustainable ecosystem is unique and bold, and we believe NEOM will change the way new cities are developed by future generations.”
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Saudi Arabia’s NEOM signs contract with US-based Bechtel
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Saudi Arabia’s NEOM signs contract with US-based Bechtel
- CEO Brendan Bechtel: NEOM is one of the most complex projects in living memory and we are proud to be part of it
Makkah Qur’an contest attracts many students
- The contest, which attracted many students, is aimed at creating a positive and motivating environment for the participants
MAKKAH: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Islamic Affairs has launched the preliminary rounds of the 27th King Salman Qur’an Competition in Makkah.
The contest, which attracted many students, is aimed at creating a positive and motivating environment for the participants.
The ministry wants to ensure a fair and competitive atmosphere, the Saudi Press Agency reported recently.
The preliminary rounds are being held across the Kingdom under the ministry’s supervision, and in accordance with regulations and standards that ensure integrity and transparency.
The final rounds of the competition will take place in Riyadh from Feb. 12 to 17.
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