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Gulf Business
a day ago
- Business
- Gulf Business
Saudi Arabia launches $426m airport upgrade in Eastern Province
Image: Saudi Press Agency Eastern Region Governor Prince Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz has inaugurated the new identity and master plan for King Fahd International Airport, along with the master plans for Al-Ahsa and Al-Qaisumah international airports. The announcement was made during a ceremony that also saw the launch of the Dammam Airports Strategy and a comprehensive package of infrastructure and development initiatives. Valued at more than SAR1.6bn ($426m), the package includes 77 projects aimed at improving operational efficiency and enhancing the passenger experience. As part of the launch, the governor announced a new national low-cost airline, Air Arabia, which will be based at King Fahd International Airport. The carrier is expected to serve 24 domestic and 57 international destinations. He also inaugurated newly installed electronic gates to streamline passenger processing at the airport. Read: The event was attended by Minister of Transport and Logistic Services and Chairman of the General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), Saleh Al-Jasser; GACA President Abdulaziz Al-Duailej; and Director General of Passports, Major General Dr. Saleh Al-Murabba. Passenger intake The strategic development plan for King Fahd International Airport aims to accommodate more than 19.3 million passengers annually by 2030, more than double the number recorded in 2022. It also targets a significant expansion in air cargo handling, increasing capacity to over 600,000 tonnes per year—a 1,000 per cent increase—as part of the airport's transformation into a regional logistics hub aligned with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. Planned upgrades include boosting the airport's operational capacity to manage 77 aircraft movements per hour and raising annual passenger handling capacity to 32 million. Additional improvements are planned for general aviation facilities and supporting infrastructure to meet global standards. By the end of 2024, King Fahd International Airport had recorded a 35 per cent increase in passenger traffic compared to 2022.
Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Saudi Arabia unveils master plan for Dammam, two other airports
Saudi Arabia has announced new identity and master plan for three key airports in the kingdom - King Fahd International Airport (KFIA) in Dammam, Al Ahsa International Airport and Qaisumah International Airport, reported SPA. Unveiling the masterplan, Eastern Province Governor Prince Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz said this comes as part of its strategic plan to boost the KFIA's capacity to welcome more than 19.3 million passengers annually by 2030. It also aims to boost the air cargo capacity to over 600,000 tonnes per annum, representing a more than tenfold increase. Prince Saud also unveiled Dammam airports' new strategy, inaugurated electronic gates to streamline passenger procedures, and opened a package of integrated development projects worth over SAR1.6 billion ($426 million). The package includes 77 projects aimed at upgrading infrastructure and enhancing the passenger experience, said the SPA report. Key features of the future development include the airport's largest-ever expansion, designed to increase operational capacity to 77 aircraft movements per hour and raise annual passenger capacity to 32 million. The plan also includes a full upgrade of general aviation facilities and the expansion of infrastructure to meet global operational standards, it stated. The initiatives support Dammam airports' strategy to become a regional logistics hub under Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030, with passenger traffic already up 35% by the end of 2024 compared to 2022. Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Argaam
2 days ago
- Business
- Argaam
Eastern Province Governor launches master plans for three airports
Prince Saud bin Naif bin Abdulaziz, Governor of the Eastern Province, unveils today, July 20, the master plan for King Fahd International Airport, along with its new corporate identity. This is in addition to launching the master plans for the airports of Al-Ahsa and Al-Qaisumah. The Prince also rolls out the strategic plan for Dammam Airports and inaugurates a package of integrated development projects with a total value exceeding SAR 1.6 billion. The package includes the execution of 77 development projects aimed at upgrading infrastructure and enhancing the passenger experience, in line with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 goals for the aviation sector.
Arab News
14-07-2025
- Automotive
- Arab News
Jeddah to host the fourth round of the Formula One powerboat world championship
JEDDAH: As part of the Jeddah Season 2025 programs and activities, Jeddah will host the fourth round of the UIM F1H2O World Championship, which will take place from Nov. 28 to 30. For the latest updates, follow us @ArabNewsSport This was announced by Prince Saud bin Mishal bin Abdulaziz, deputy governor of the Makkah Region and head of the Jeddah Events Calendar Committee. The event in Jeddah will be the second time the Road World Championships take place in Saudi Arabia after the 2019 edition in Dammam. The Grand Prix of Jeddah will feature 10 teams from 13 countries competing with 21 boats, driving boats with a top speed of 266 km per hour, challenging the limits of speed. Commenting on this round, Raimondo di San Germano, CEO of H2O Racing, expressed his delight at Saudi Arabia's return to hosting the UIM F1H2O World Championship competitions, stating, 'We are extremely excited to witness this thrill in Jeddah, the Bride of the Red Sea.' He also noted that this partnership represents the beginning of a long-term collaboration and development for the championship across various levels. The UIM F1H2O World Championship, organized by the Union Internationale Motonautique and promoted by H2O Racing, is considered one of the world's most competitive, dangerous and thrilling sports championships.
Zawya
14-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Al-Ahsa launches first direct flight to Turkey
Al-Ahsa, Saudi Arabia, inaugurated the launch of the first seasonal direct flight between Al-Ahsa International Airport and Rize–Artvin International Airport in Turkey. This launch is a collaboration between Turkish Airlines and Al Ghazal Travel and Tourism Agency, reported SPA. The Governor of Al-Ahsa, Prince Saud bin Talal bin Badr, inaugurated the launch, which was attended by several officials. This inauguration is part of the expansion plans for seasonal destinations served by Al-Ahsa International Airport, aimed at enhancing air connectivity and broadening international travel options for passengers from the governorate and the Eastern Region, particularly during the summer season. It also aligns with the efforts of the Al-Ahsa Development Authority to support the development of Al-Ahsa International Airport and enhance its services. Prince Saud emphasised that this step reflects the continued and unwavering support of the wise leadership for the civil aviation and air transport sector, as well as its ongoing commitment to infrastructure development and enhancing service quality for citizens and residents. The initiative supports the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 in developing the tourism and economic sectors and meets the aspirations of the people of Al-Ahsa for direct international flights from their local airport. Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
