Saudi Arabia: Film AlUla joins hands with MBS MENA to produce premier content
Film AlUla, the film agency of the
Royal Commission for AlUla, has signed an exclusive agreement with MBS MENA
Limited to operate AlUla Studios, marking a major step in the region’s
ambitions to become a global film production hub.
The deal brings The MBS Group—one of
the world’s leading studio operators—into the Middle East for the first time.
MBS MENA, its newly established regional arm, will manage studio operations,
oversee leasing for local and international productions, and support the
development of a robust content pipeline in AlUla.
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AlUla Studios now joins The MBS
Group’s international portfolio of over 50 production facilities across the
U.S., Canada, and Europe, which have hosted some of the industry’s most
prominent productions. The partnership is expected to raise the bar for studio
infrastructure and management standards across the Middle East.
“This is a strategic leap forward in
our mission to position AlUla as the premier production hub in the region,”
said Zaid Shaker, acting executive director of Film AlUla. “With MBS MENA’s
operational expertise, we are confident in AlUla’s potential to attract
high-caliber projects and talent from around the globe.”
Jason Hariton, chief studio and real
estate officer at The MBS Group, praised AlUla’s unique offerings for
filmmakers. “We see AlUla as a premier destination for global content creators,
thanks to its breathtaking landscapes, luxury accommodations, and strong
financial incentives,” he said.
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The partnership marks a milestone in
Saudi Arabia’s broader push to expand its creative industries and diversify its
economy. With the backing of an internationally acclaimed studio group, AlUla
is set to become a regional benchmark for film production excellence.
Source: One Arabia
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