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RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s upcoming linear city project THE LINE is set to benefit from a new ready-mix concrete factory valued at SR700 million ($186.7 million).
NEOM has partnered with Asas Al-Mohileb to develop and operate this facility, which will focus on producing sustainable concrete primarily for the construction of the smart city, which is designed to accommodate 9 million residents within a compact 34 sq. km footprint.
The multi-plant factory will have the capacity to produce over 20,000 cubic meters of green concrete daily.
Scheduled to begin operations in November, the facility aims to reach peak production by 2025 and is projected to create over 500 local jobs, contributing to the region’s economic growth.
THE LINE, extending 170 km from the mountains of NEOM to the Red Sea, features a mirrored structure rising 500 meters above sea level while spanning just 200 meters in width. This innovative design underscores NEOM’s ambition to redefine urban living.
Nadhmi Al-Nasr, NEOM CEO, said: “The delivery of these concrete plants is another testament to the rapid progress happening at NEOM. It also underscores the strength of the Kingdom’s construction industry, and the critical role local partnerships play in delivering this transformational project efficiently and sustainably.”
The $500 billion giga-project NEOM, a key component of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, aims to diversify the economy beyond oil by establishing a sustainable, tech-driven region in the country’s northwest.
Key initiatives include developing renewable energy, smart cities like THE LINE, and advanced industries while attracting global investors and fostering innovation in sectors such as biotech, robotics, and mobility.
“This partnership emphasizes our firm commitment to advancing economic growth in the Kingdom by employing the latest technologies and innovative construction solutions,” said Sulaiman Al-Mohileb, CEO of Al-Mohileb.
He noted that this initiative aligns with Vision 2030’s goals to strengthen the manufacturing sector and drive national development.
The advanced concrete facility will integrate carbon capture and utilization technology and other energy-saving measures.
Most of its output will support the construction of THE LINE, where concrete is essential for both substructure and superstructure elements.
As construction progresses, the facility is poised to play a crucial role, with nearly 1,000 of the planned 30,000 foundation piles alrady completed.