Saudi Arabia: Construction work rapidly progressing at Diriyah Arena
Construction at the Diriyah Arena, on the
outskirts of Riyadh, is progressing rapidly, marking a major milestone in
Diriyah’s ambitious transformation.
In a recent LinkedIn post, Khaled AlOjyan highlighted
the pace and scale of the development, noting that the extensive foundations,
retaining structures and early superstructure elements now visible across the
site demonstrate how quickly the megaproject is rising. Awarded to China
Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC) for SAR 5.75 billion, the arena is now
firmly in full execution mode, with hundreds of workers, cranes and heavy
machinery shaping what will soon become one of Saudi Arabia’s most advanced
indoor entertainment venues.
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AlOjyan also described the Diriyah Arena as a
future icon on the Kingdom’s live events landscape. Designed by HKS, Inc., the
flexible, multipurpose venue will host a wide range of events, including
international sports competitions, concerts, esports championships, exhibitions
and live shows. Its architectural concept draws inspiration from Diriyah’s
dramatic natural cliffs and the enduring elegance of Najdi heritage, seamlessly
blending cultural authenticity with modern engineering.
Key features of Diriyah Arena include:
·
74,000 sq m
gross floor area
·
20,000-seat
capacity
·
Architecture inspired by
the At-Turaif
UNESCO World Heritage Site
Together, these elements position the arena as
a powerful cultural and entertainment anchor, designed to attract residents and
global visitors throughout the year.
The wider Arena Block will also comprise:
·
Three mixed-use office buildings
designed by John McAslan + Partners
(114,000 sq m)
·
A parking facility with more than
4,000 spaces
·
Advanced, fully integrated
district-wide infrastructure networks
This broader development creates an ecosystem
where entertainment, business and community life intersect seamlessly. As a
flagship component of the 14 sq km Diriyah masterplan, backed
by the Public
Investment Fund (PIF), the arena complements other world-class
cultural assets, including the Royal Diriyah Opera House, nine
museums and multiple academies.
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Once complete, Diriyah is expected to:
·
Welcome 50 million
visitors annually
·
Be home to 100,000
residents
·
Create 178,000 jobs
· Contribute SAR 70 billion to Saudi Arabia’s GDP
Source:
www.coliseum-online.com
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