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Saudi Arabia: NEOM's food company signs SAR1.9bn agreement with Jazan city

The deal was finalized during the Saudi International Marine Exhibition in Riyadh on February 4, 2025
 

NEOM's Topian company and Jazan City sign agreement to develop aquaculture 

NEOM’s food division, Topian, has signed a SAR1.9bn ($507 million) investment agreement with Jazan City for Primary and Manufacturing Industries to develop a major aquaculture project. The deal was finalized during the Saudi International Marine Exhibition in Riyadh on February 4, 2025.

Part of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's Vision 2030, NEOM is designed as an innovative, eco-friendly urban development aimed at reducing the Kingdom’s reliance on oil.

This aquaculture project will have an annual production capacity of 10,000 tonnes and create 120 job opportunities. It is set to contribute to both local and regional food security by meeting the growing demand for sustainable food products.

 

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Topian’s CEO, Juan Carlos Motamayor, highlighted the company’s commitment to producing 25,000 kilos of premium amberjack (Seriola dumerili) by 2025, focusing on reduced mortality rates, minimal feed waste, and a low environmental impact.

Jazan City for Primary and Manufacturing Industries seeks to position Saudi Arabia as a regional hub for sustainable food manufacturing through the adoption of cutting-edge technology and high environmental standards.

Topian has already made significant strides in developing high-tech greenhouses and vertical farms in the past two years. It recently earned two British Standard Institutions certifications for its Sustainable Food Supply and ESG business unit, underscoring its commitment to sustainable food systems.

 

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The company focuses on addressing global challenges such as population growth, shifting consumption patterns, climate change, and resource depletion through innovative food technologies.

In related news, Saudi Arabia's ambitious NEOM project, including The Line, is progressing toward vertical construction by the end of 2025. Despite financial hurdles and construction challenges, the project remains a key part of Saudi Arabia’s long-term development plans.

Source: https://intellinews.com/

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