Prophet’s Mosque given 400 tons of Zamzam water daily
Al-Ahmadi added that the process of supplying the mosque with Zamzam water is overseen by 520 employees, workers and supervisors trained to serve the visitors to the Prophet’s Mosque
Updated 12 April 2023
SPA
MADINAH: Director of the Suqya Administration at the Presidency of the Prophet’s Mosque Bakr bin Hamed Al-Ahmadi said that the administration supervises the transport of Zamzam water from Makkah to the mosque via specially-equipped tankers, each carrying up to 20 tons of water.
Upon arrival in Madinah, an administration monitor is responsible for unloading and sending a sample of the water to the laboratory, to ensure it is safe, before emptying the water in the designated reservoirs.
Al-Ahmadi added that the process of supplying the mosque with Zamzam water is overseen by 520 employees, workers and supervisors trained to serve the visitors to the Prophet’s Mosque.
Zamzam water, he said, is supplied to the Prophet’s Mosque at a rate of up to 400 tons per day during the month of Ramadan, distributed in 14,000 water containers to worshippers, and 10,000 spare containers. Three centers cool single-use Zamzam water bottles that are given to visitors by people carrying them in backpacks or are transported by 80 regular and 20 electric carts. An additional 10 trailers transport containers that are sterilized three times a day before being refilled.
International brands turn to Riyadh to expand cooperation
Capital cements role as hub at World Defense Show
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Rahaf Jambi
RIYADH: Riyadh is cementing its role as a rising hub in the global defense industry, and the World Defense Show has attracted international brands eager to showcase advanced technologies and expand partnerships in the Kingdom and beyond.
Held under the patronage of the Saudi leadership, the show — which runs until Feb. 12 — has brought together defense manufacturers, technology innovators and government representatives from around the world.
Arab News spoke to several international exhibitors who underscored the show’s growing importance as a gateway to pursue regional and global cooperation.
Among the returning participants is Passtech Machine Tools, represented by Syed Zahid, its sales manager.
The company collaborates with various international brands, providing tools, machines and gauges, including advanced CNC (computer numerical control) machinery from South Korea.
For Zahid, WDS has proved to be a strategic platform, and he said: “This is our third time. We see it as very, very useful.”
World Defense Show has brought together defense manufacturers, technology innovators and government representatives from around the world. (Supplied)
From China, Jihua Group Co. Ltd. showcases advanced navigation devices and integrated systems. Peter Wang, its senior product manager, expressed optimism about expanding cooperation.
At the company’s booth, Arab News was introduced to several technologies, including what Wang described as a “true-color navigation device.”
Highlighting a wearable system, Wang said it was designed to enhance mobility and operational efficiency.
He emphasized the diversity of visitors and the potential for cross-border cooperation, and added: “I meet different countries’ customers here. I’m very happy and I want to get some opportunities for cooperation.”
World Defense Show has brought together defense manufacturers, technology innovators and government representatives from around the world. (Supplied)
Turkiye is also represented at the event. Masttech, which is attending WDS for the first time, is showcasing its products for visitors.
Deputy General Manager Sitki Tuzun said: “We are here to show all our products. We are producing electromechanical, mechanical and pneumatic mast systems here.”
While the company does not yet have Saudi clients, Tuzun made it clear that the show was a strategic leap toward entering the market.
“We are here for connection and new business cooperation,” he said.
The World Defense Show has demonstrated its increasing influence as a platform from which global brands meet regional opportunity.
Beyond static displays, the show serves as a dynamic networking arena, connecting manufacturers, suppliers, and defense stakeholders under one roof.
As Saudi Arabia accelerates efforts to localize its defense industry and invest in advanced technologies, WDS continues to facilitate partnerships, technology transfer and international collaboration — reinforcing Riyadh’s emergence as a central node in the global defense ecosystem.
