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Zawya
a day ago
- Business
- Zawya
Saudi's Qassim Cement awards $298mln EPC contract for new production line
Qassim Cement Co. has signed an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract with Sinoma International Engineering Co. to establish a fourth production line at its plant site in Buraidah. The 24-month contract is valued at $298 million (1.12 billion Saudi riyals), the company said in a statement to the Saudi stock exchange on Sunday. The new line will have a production capacity of 10,000 tonnes of clinker per day. The project is designed to replace certain outdated, low-efficiency production lines by incorporating the latest technological advancements in the field, CEO Omar Al-Omar said. This initiative aligns with the Kingdom's objectives to enhance energy efficiency and promote environmental sustainability, he added. (Editing by Anoop Menon) (
Argaam
4 days ago
- Business
- Argaam
Qassim Cement inks SAR 1.1B deal to build 4th production line
Qassim Cement Co. signed today, Aug. 14, an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) contract worth $298 million (almost SAR 1.12 billion) with Sinoma International Engineering Co. to establish a fourth production line at its plant site in Buraidah. The new line will boast a production capacity of 10,000 tons of clinker per day, the Saudi-listed cement producer said in a statement to Tadawul. The turnkey EPC contract Is valid for 24 months. The project will be enabled by the latest technologies in cement industry, according to Qassim Cement. There are no related parties to the deal, it added. The project is designed to replace certain outdated, low-efficiency production lines with a modern, advanced line. This initiative aligns with the Kingdom's objectives to enhance energy efficiency and promote environmental sustainability, said CEO Omar Al-Omar. He further stated that the project aims to optimize the utilization of the existing plant infrastructure and marks a pivotal contribution to the company's sustainable growth strategy—focused on maximizing shareholder value, meeting domestic demand, and diversifying product offerings in accordance with Saudi's Vision 2030.
Arab News
25-07-2025
- General
- Arab News
Fruit exhibition launched in Buraidah Dates City
BURAIDAH: The 'Atayeb Thimar Al-Qassim' exhibition (Arabic for 'Al-Qassim fruit delights') launched at Al-Nakhla Center in Buraidah Dates City on Thursday. The event is organized by the Emirate of Al-Qassim in collaboration with Al-Qassim Chamber of Commerce and attracted a large number of farmers and people interested in the food and agriculture sectors. The exhibition will run for three days, displaying a wide array of seasonal agricultural crops for which Al-Qassim region is renowned. These include watermelons, melons, strawberries, grapes, pomegranates, peaches, and figs. A special highlight of the exhibition is a display of more than 150 varieties of pumpkins, including giant pumpkins weighing more than 500 kilograms. This feature aims to show the skill of local farmers and the richness of regional agricultural production. Salman Al-Suwainea, director general of the Qassim branch of the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, said that 'the region is distinguished by its unique agricultural diversity, which has helped cement its status as a leading agricultural hub across the Kingdom.'
Arab News
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- Arab News
Buraidah on the right road
BURAIDAH: Qassim municipality completed a series of operations and maintenance projects in Buraidah in the first half of 2025 as part of efforts to upgrade infrastructure and improve municipal services for citizens and residents. Work included resurfacing more than 230 km of roadway with asphalt to enhance the efficiency of the road network, improve traffic flow, and minimize damage caused by frequent usage. Municipal projects also included pothole repairs on 247,000 square meters of roadway and crack sealing over about 2.46 million square meters, contributing to longer road lifespans and heightened safety standards.
Arab News
06-07-2025
- Business
- Arab News
Qassim shines as date harvest fills local markets
JEDDAH: Qassim region is abuzz as the early date harvest begins, yielding more than 50 varieties and filling local markets, reaffirming the region's role as a major center for date cultivation and marketing in the Kingdom. According to the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, Qassim contributes more than 390,000 tonnes annually to Saudi Arabia's total date production. This output strengthens its leadership in food security and boosts Saudi agricultural exports, the Saudi Press Agency reported. With more than 11 million palm trees, Qassim produces popular varieties such as sukari, barhi, saggi, ajwa, khalas, mabroom, safawi and anbari. This abundance supports local food security and supplies dates to more than 100 countries worldwide, the SPA added. Date farmer Abdulaziz Al-Baridi praised the support farmers receive from the ministry branch in Qassim, including education on irrigation techniques and pest control, and preparation of markets for date trade. As the harvest gains momentum, preparations are underway for the Buraidah Dates Festival. It is expected to boost economic activity, raise nutritional awareness, and strengthen market links between farmers and consumers. The festival aligns with the Kingdom's Vision 2030 by promoting agricultural sustainability and diversifying the economy.
