Mace to lead King Salman International Airport project
The program’s goal is to achieve LEED Platinum certification through innovative green design features and a commitment to power the airport with renewable energy
Mace working alongside KSIADC that is owned by Saudi’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) will lead the full range of delivery partner services for the six-runway King Salman International Airport. The firm’s responsibilities include project and program management, PMO and planning, construction management, cost and commercial management, procurement, logistics, health and safety strategy, and sustainability, environmental and carbon-advisory services.
“King Salman International Airport is a game-changing infrastructure program. The scale of ambition for the program’s physical build, as well as its commitment to sustainability, innovation and economic development, is unmatched. “Our consultancy experience developing some of the world’s most famous infrastructure projects, construction expertise and rich heritage in the aviation sector means we are perfectly placed to deploy our full service offering and help KSIADC successfully deliver one of the largest airports in the world,” said Davendra Dabasia, Chief Executive Officer of Mace Consult.
Marco Mejia, Acting CEO for KSIADC added, “We are committed to delivering this airport as a global benchmark, propelling Saudi Arabia’s 2030 vision for Riyadh’s transformation into a global hub and position Saudi Arabia as an economic powerhouse. We are thrilled to welcome these industry leaders to work closely with the KSIA team. Their combined expertise will be instrumental in delivering a world-class airport that surpasses expectations and fuels regional economic prosperity.”
Christopher Seymour, Managing Director of Middle East and Africa at Mace Consult continued, “Under Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia is fast emerging as a global epicentre for iconic megaprojects and programs. Securing this delivery partner role with KSIADC builds on our ongoing growth in the Middle East, providing us with a fantastic opportunity to help deliver an iconic program that will bring major benefits to businesses, communities, tourists, and residents in the Kingdom.”
King Salman International Airport will span 57sqkm and is expected to welcome more than 100m passengers when it opens in 2030, in addition to providing direct benefits for passengers such as a seamless airport journey, recreational facilities, significantly improved cargo and logistics capability. Sustainability will be at the heart of the program to support Saudi’s environmental commitments under Vision 2030 and recognise the important role that aviation will play in the country and the world’s journey to Net Zero.
