Noticias sobre Saudi Arabia
ACCIONA’s water milestones in 2025: Sustainable water solutions that transform the world
ACCIONA continues advancing its mission to provide innovative and sustainable solutions in the water sector, consolidating its presence across all continents.
Acwa Board of Directors names Dr. Samir J. Serhan Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Serhan was previously President of Saudi Arabia and the Middle East at Acwa, and formerly Chief Operating Officer of US-based Air Products. Marco Arcelli, CEO of Acwa since March 2023, remains as an advisor to the Chairman of the Board of Directors to ensure a smooth transition.
Islamic Development Bank approves $2.41 billion in new financing, including water sector
The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Board of Executive Directors approved about US $2.41 billion in new financing for development projects at its 364th meeting in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, officials said.
Marafiq-led consortium secures $500 million financing for Jubail industrial wastewater project
A consortium led by Power and Water Utility Company for Jubail and Yanbu (Marafiq), listed in Saudi Arabia, has reached financial close for the Amiral Industrial Wastewater Treatment and Reuse project in Jubail Industrial City 2, reports Zawya.
ENGIE appoints Turki Al Shehri as New Country Manager for Saudi Arabia
ENGIE, a global leader in low-carbon energy and services, announced the appointment of Turki Al Shehri as Country Manager for Saudi Arabia, effective January 1, 2026.
ACWA Power pursues three major desalination projects in Egypt
Saudi Arabia's ACWA Power is bidding for three desalination projects that the Egyptian government is soon to announce, according to a statement from Egypt’s finance minister, reported Zawya.
NMDC Group acquires majority stake in Lantania Aguas to form new global water company
Lantania and NMDC Group have signed an acquisition agreement under which NMDC Group will acquire a 51% stake in Lantania Aguas, the water-focused subsidiary of Spain’s Lantania Group.
WABAG awarded EPC contract for 50 MLD brackish water desalination plant in Saudi Arabia
VA TECH WABAG (WABAG) has secured a Letter of Award from the Saudi Water Authority (SWA) for the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) of a 50 million litres per day (MLD) brackish water reverse osmosis (BWRO) plant in Aljouf, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Winners of the Global Prize for Innovation in Water announced
The city of Jeddah today witnessed a landmark global event with the announcement of the winners of the Global Prize for Innovation in Water in its third edition, marking the conclusion of a highly competitive showcase that drew the attention of the international water community.
ACWA Power successfully refinances Rabigh 3 Water Project
The transaction sets a new benchmark for sustainable water infrastructure financing and demonstrates strong international investor appetite for high-quality, investment-grade projects in Saudi Arabia.
“The future of water is scrappy, smart, and full of heart. And it’s already here”
With a global perspective on water innovation, Mallak Bani Mustafa explores how creativity, collaboration, and bold experimentation can help utilities turn new technologies into smarter, more sustainable ways of delivering water — and real impact for the people they serve.
Aqualia awarded 30-year Toyohashi water treatment contract in Japan
Aqualia, as part of a consortium led by Infroneer Holdings Co., Ltd., has been awarded a contract for the renovation of the Toyohashi Water Treatment Plant.
Smart Water through smart drives: enhancing water efficiency with variable frequency drives
In the global water sector, efficient motion control is no longer optional — it is a foundational requirement for operational and environmental performance.
SWPC charts a sustainable water future through partnerships and talent development
The Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC) has emerged as a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia’s water sector, pioneering a new model that aligns with Vision 2030.
“PPPs are among the most effective tools to accelerate water and wastewater infrastructure”
Rami Ghandour, CEO of Metito Utilities, oversees a portfolio of water and wastewater projects across the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Eastern Europe.
Deal Day: A billion-riyal platform at the Innovation Driven Water Sustainability Conference
"Deal Day" cements its position within the Innovation Driven Water Sustainability Conference as a leading economic platform that transforms innovation into real market value exceeding 1 billion SAR, by connecting startups with investors and decision-makers from inside and outside the Kingdom.
36 innovations compete to reshape the future of water worldwide
The Global Prize for Innovation in Water (GPIW) reveals finalists ahead of Award Ceremony in Jeddah.
PPPs: advancing global expansion and reshaping water utilities for resilient, sustainable models
Public-private partnerships are reshaping how water services are delivered worldwide.
Saudi Arabia to decarbonize desalination at national scale
Saudi Arabia’s Water Authority (SWA) has signed a partnership with U.S.-based water-tech firm Ebb to integrate electrochemical carbon-removal systems into the Kingdom’s desalination network, an initiative that could enable megaton-scale CO₂ removal and boost freshwater output across one of the world’s largest desalination markets.
Saudi Arabia opens $266 million RO membrane plant
Saudi Arabia has opened what is described as the Middle East’s largest reverse osmosis (RO) membrane manufacturing facility in Dammam, reports Zawya.