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Mid East Info
27-02-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Final day of Big 5 Construct Saudi's second week places green building solutions, façade innovations and healthcare construction at the fore
Big 5 Construct Saudi opens last day of its second week with a focus on hospital design and construction among other innovative façade solutions Day 3 wrapped up with key takeaways on sustainable designs, architectural finishes and facilities management As Big 5 Construct Saudi hosts the last day of its second week, the exhibition floor remains abuzz with activity, reflecting the Kingdom's active construction landscape. Visitors continue to explore smart solutions and first-to-market innovations spanning finishing touches and services that transform buildings into functional spaces. 'Today marks the final opportunity for visitors and buyers alike to connect with industry-leading suppliers and discover the right solutions to bring their projects to life. From new technologies to sustainable materials, the exhibition floor is packed with innovations that support Saudi Arabia's ambitious development goals in line with Vision 2030,' said Muhammed Kazi, Senior Vice President – Construction, dmg events. Building on the momentum of earlier days, Big 5 Construct Saudi continues to highlight advancements across the windows, doors, facades, urban planning, hospital construction, facilities management, stone and surface solutions. From interactive live demonstrations of next-generation technologies to expert-led discussions on industry trends, the exhibition floor showcases transformative solutions driving efficiency and sustainability. This product showcase has been further brought to life by leading exhibitors, each presenting innovations that redefine industry standards. Exhibitors such as Franchi Umberto Marmi attract visitors with its high-quality marble solutions for luxury architectural and design projects, while Mabani Al Jazirah reinforces its reputation as a trusted distributor of high-end construction materials. Al Andalus Trading highlights its expertise in aluminium applications for architectural design and Ahram Security Group demonstrates its state-of-the-art locking systems that enhance safety in both residential and commercial spaces. Uniglass showcases its latest advancements in glass processing technology and Zip introduces the HydroTap G5, featuring personalized settings and enhanced hygiene for modern architectural needs. At Big 5 Construct Saudi, Dorso is also highlighting its expertise in architectural metal finishes, showcasing its latest contributions to major projects such as King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Riyadh Metro, Ministry of Health hospitals and Ministry of Education universities. With a strong focus on customization and quality, the company offers tailored solutions for architectural finishes. Industry professionals gathered at Big 5 Talks to gain CPD points, where thought leaders delivered insightful sessions on key industry themes. Dalia Lotfy, Director of Interiors at Rakal Spaces, explored the significance of meaningful and intentional design, while Cindrella W. Semaan, Associate Senior Project Manager at Eltoka Company, highlighted the importance of accessibility in architectural planning. Another key session featured, Fahad Bedaiwi, Executive Vice President and Head of Facilities Management and Engineering at the Saudi National Bank, led a session on leveraging smart building solutions to enhance facilities management. A panel discussion on facilities management and green buildings, moderated by Lara Paemen, Managing Director of EMEA at the International Facility Management Association and featuring Khalil Eidah, Director of Community Services at ROSHN; Emad Abu Shomer, Director of Facilities Management at SFCL; Bradley Robbins, Chief Operating Officer at FMTech, and Wael Mohammed Yassine, General Manager of Facility Management at Safari Group, further emphasized the industry's push towards sustainability. As Big 5 Construct Saudi marks its final day, the event continues to drive collaboration, innovation and business opportunities that will shape the future of construction in the region. With a robust lineup of discussions, product showcases and strategic networking sessions, the momentum only continues to build as industry leaders work towards a more sustainable and efficient construction ecosystem.
Arab News
16-02-2025
- Business
- Arab News
KSA's dynamic construction sector under spotlight at show
Saudi Arabia's construction industry is rapidly evolving, fueled by technological advancements, strategies in large-scale projects, policy reforms and sustainability. Returning once again to Big 5 Construct Saudi, the International Contracting Conference, organized by the Saudi Contractors Authority and dmg events and taking place on Feb. 15-16, hosted government officials, industry leaders and policymakers to share insights into navigating the Kingdom's construction landscape and exploring new opportunities. ICC 2025 united top contractors and international contracting experts in the Kingdom for two days of insightful dialogues and discussions focusing on topics such as the impact of Vision 2030, innovative construction methods, digital tools for project management and government-private sector collaboration. Held at the ICC Theatre, Hall 6, Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Center, the event spotlighted transformative developments and opportunities, aligning with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 goals. Prominent industry leaders who headlined the conference this year included: Khalid Al-Othman, president of the National Committee for Sustainability and Green Economy, Federation of Saudi Chambers; Dr. Anas Bataw, strategy and innovation director, KEO International Consultants; Prakash Senghani, CEO and co-founder, Navatech; James Irvine, managing director, Alvarez and Marshal; Alaa Arabi, principal, TBH; Alexander Sarac, partner at Addleshaw Goddard; Ayman Alwaleedi, executive director — project management at Rua Al-Madinah; Mark Sperring, regional PMC director; and Wael Allan, chief executive at Ayar International Contracting Company. Complementing ICC, Big 5 Construct Saudi is also hosting Big 5 Talks, featuring more than 75 expert-led sessions designed to empower professionals with actionable strategies and progressive insights over two weeks. Featuring over 150 speakers, subject-matter experts and leaders, these sessions cover various topics impacting the Kingdom's built environment, enabling attendees to have fresh ideas, practical solutions and professional growth. The first week (Feb. 15-18) will lay strong foundations for the construction industry, covering key topics from design to execution. Discussions will explore advancements in HVAC R, modular construction, project management, health and safety and regulatory compliance. In the second week (Feb. 24–27), the focus will shift to transforming projects from fit-out to services, with an emphasis on sustainable solutions and operational excellence. The Architect Leaders Forum will bring together industry visionaries to discuss trends shaping architectural design, while sessions on facilities management and green buildings will highlight the best practices for maintaining sustainable structures. With more than 5,200 construction projects currently underway, including NEOM, The Red Sea Project, Qiddiya, Diriyah and others, valued at an estimated $819 billion, the Kingdom's development initiatives showcase the immense scale and ambition of its transformation. 'As Saudi Arabia sprints toward Vision 2030, organizations and individuals must evolve to help facilitate these ambitions,' said Muhammed Kazi, senior vice president of construction at dmg events. 'The panel discussions and sessions at Big 5 Construct Saudi are therefore strategically curated to address the industry challenges and provide innovative ideas and solutions to meet the Kingdom's goals for its dynamic contracting sector.'
Zawya
10-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
ICC at Big 5 Construct Saudi paves the way for innovation and collaboration in Saudi Arabia's construction sector
The International Contracting Conference, running on 15-16 February, will bring together over 100 global leaders, government officials, policymakers and experts to discuss advancements in sustainability, technology and workforce development in line with Vision 2030 Speakers from Red Sea Global, Rua Al Madinah, Osool Integrated Real Estate Company, Federation of Saudi Chambers, KEO International and Ayar International Contracting Company (AICC) will headline the ICC Big 5 Talks will host more than 75 expert-led sessions, providing valuable insights into emerging trends and practical strategies for industry professionals Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia's construction industry is rapidly evolving, fueled by technological advancements, strategies in large-scale projects, policy reforms and sustainability. Returning once again at Big 5 Construct Saudi, the International Contracting Conference (ICC), organized by the Saudi Contractors Authority (SCA) and dmg events and taking place on 15-16 February, will host government officials, industry leaders and policymakers to share insights into navigating the Kingdom's construction landscape and exploring new opportunities. With more than 5,200 construction projects currently underway, including Neom, The Red Sea Project, Qiddiya, Diriyah and others, valued at an estimated $819 billion (source: Mordor Intelligence), the Kingdom's development initiatives showcase the immense scale and ambition of its transformation. 'As Saudi Arabia sprints towards Vision 2030, organizations and individuals must evolve to help facilitate these ambitions,' said Muhammed Kazi, Senior Vice President of Construction at dmg events. 'The panel discussions and sessions at Big 5 Construct Saudi are therefore strategically curated to address the industry challenges and provide innovative ideas and solutions to meet the Kingdom's goals for its dynamic contracting sector.' Bringing together the government and the industry for high-level discussions The International Contracting Conference 2025 at Big 5 Construct Saudi will unite the top contractors and international contracting experts in the Kingdom for two days of insightful dialogues and discussions focusing on topics such as the impact of Vision 2030, innovative construction methods, digital tools for project management and government-private sector collaboration. From 15-16 February 2025, at the ICC Theatre, Hall 6, Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center, the highly anticipated conference will spotlight transformative developments and opportunities, aligning with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 goals. Prominent industry leaders such as Khalid Al Othman, President of the National Committee for Sustainability and Green Economy, Federation of Saudi Chambers; Dr. Anas Bataw, Srategy and Innovation Director, KEO International Consultants; Prakash Senghani, CEO and Co-Founder, Navatech; James Irvine, Managing Director, Alvarez and Marshal; Alaa Arabi, Principal, TBH; Alexander Sarac, Partner at Addleshaw Goddard; Ayman Alwaleedi, Executive Director – Project Management at Rua Al Madinah; Mark Sperring, Regional PMC Director; and Wael Allan, Chief Executive Officer at Ayar International Contracting Company (AICC) among others, will headline the conference. 'I look forward to engaging in high-level conversations at this year's Big 5 Construct Saudi, where we'll come together to discuss the opportunities in the Kingdom's construction landscape and work towards Vision 2030 in unison to driving the sector's transformation,' said David Watkins, Chief Project Development Officer at Osool Integrated Real Estate Company, who will share his expertise on the opportunities in the Kingdom's construction sector. Elevating knowledge and practical insights at Big 5 Talks Complementing ICC, Big 5 Construct Saudi will also host Big 5 Talks, featuring more than 75 expert-led sessions designed to empower professionals with actionable strategies and progressive insights over two weeks. Featuring over 150 speakers, subject-matter experts and leaders, these sessions will cover various topics impacting the Kingdom's built environment, enabling attendees to have fresh ideas, practical solutions and professional growth. The first week (15-18 February) will lay strong foundations for the construction industry, covering key topics from design to execution. Discussions will explore advancements in HVAC R, modular construction, project management, health and safety and regulatory compliance. Attendees will also gain insights into innovative concrete and geotechnical solutions, as well as emerging technologies that enhance productivity and project outcomes. In the second week (24–27 February), the focus will shift to transforming projects from fit-out to services, with an emphasis on sustainable solutions and operational excellence. The Architect Leaders Forum will bring together industry visionaries to discuss trends shaping architectural design, while sessions on facilities management and green buildings will highlight the best practices for maintaining sustainable structures. The event will also address healthcare design and medical infrastructure, alongside discussions on how technology is revolutionizing fit-out processes. Among the renowned local and international speakers joining the talks are Mohamed Amer, Regional Director of Operations, International Code Council MENA; Nabil Shahin, Managing Director of AHRI MENA, Alaa A. Khater, Principal and Managing Director of Afaq Innovation and Development (Saudi Arabia); Hamzah Al-Hashemi, CEO and Technical Director at GeoStruXer; Khaled Nahlawi, PhD, PE, Distinguished Engineer, American Concrete Institute (ACI) and Mohammed Younes, Geotechnical Manager, Qiddiya Investment Company, among others. Big 5 Construct Saudi, supported by the Saudi Contractors Authority, will take place from 15-18 (First Week) and 24-27 February (Second Week) at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center at ROSHN Front. With the International Contracting Conference (ICC) running from 15-16 February and Big 5 Talks spanning both weeks, the event will serve as a key platform for industry leaders to explore innovations, drive partnerships and support the Kingdom's ambitious plans for its expansive construction sector. For more information and registration details, visit Big 5 Construct Saudi 2025. -Ends- For media inquiries, please contact: Ranju Warrier Head of Communications – Construction, dmg events Email: ranjuwarrier@ Khushie Mallya PR Executive – Construction, dmg events Email: khushiemallya@ About Big 5 Construct Saudi Big 5 Construct Saudi, the Kingdom's largest construction event, returns to Riyadh, showcasing an impressive expansion in size and scope. 55,000+ construction professionals and 1,300+ exhibitors from 40+ countries are expected at the Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Centre from 26 to 29 February 2024. Co-located with speciality events HVAC R Expo Saudi, FM Expo Saudi, Stone & Surface Saudi Arabia, and Windows, Doors & Facades Event Saudi, the exhibition covers nine product sectors: building envelope and construction, building interiors and finishes, building materials and tools, building security and access control, intelligent buildings, offsite and modular construction, kitchen and bathroom, plant machinery and vehicles, and solar and MEP. Big 5 Construct Saudi is a must-attend event for construction industry professionals. It offers diverse products, cutting-edge technology, and valuable industry insights. For more information, visit About dmg events dmg events is a leading organizer of face-to-face events and publisher of trade magazines and information services. We aim to create dynamic marketplaces to connect businesses with the right communities to accelerate their growth in today's rapidly evolving landscape. With a presence in over 30+ countries and organizing over 100+ events each year, dmg events is a global leader in the industry. Attracting over 425,000 attendees and delegates annually, we organize events in the construction, hospitality, food & beverages, interiors & design, energy, coatings, entertainment and transportation sectors. To better serve our customers, dmg events has offices in 10 countries, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, South Africa, the UK, Canada and Singapore. By being on the ground, we can better understand market needs and nurture relationships to create unforgettable experiences for our attendees. Our flagship events include Big 5 Global, The Hotel Show, INDEX, ADIPEC and Gastech. For more information visit Founded in 1989, dmg events is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Daily Mail and General Trust plc (DMGT,
