The 13th edition of Big 5 Construct Saudi was inaugurated by Mohammed Abdulaziz Alajlan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Saudi Contractors Authority (SCA) at the Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Center at Roshn Front unveiling its new two-week format designed to meet the increasing market demand and sector-specific growth opportunities within Saudi Arabia’s construction industry.
As it opened for its first week, Big 5 Construct Saudi hosted the 5th edition of the International Contracting Conference (ICC), organized by the Saudi Contractors Authority (SCA) and dmg events.
Future of the construction industry
Addressing the audience during his keynote speech at the International Contracting Conference (ICC), Mr. Alajlan said: "Now in its 5th year and held alongside Big 5 Construct Saudi, ICC serves an important platform for thought leadership and strategic discussions that will shape the future of the construction industry as Saudi Arabia accelerates towards its Vision 2030 goals."
"As a testament to the Kingdom’s leadership in construction excellence, Big 5 Construct Saudi complements our mission at the Saudi Contractors Authority to empower stakeholders, drive sustainability and champion advancements that will propel the sector to new heights."
Innovations in the foundational stages of construction
Big 5 Construct Saudi welcomes experts from across the industry to explore innovations in the foundational stages
In its first week from 15-18 February, Big 5 Construct Saudi welcomes professionals from across the industry to explore innovations in the foundational stages of construction, spanning structural development, materials and engineering solutions, with co-located events including Heavy Saudi Arabia, Totally Concrete Saudi Arabia and HVAC R Saudi Arabia.
“As we opened the doors to this year’s Big 5 Construct Saudi, construction industry professionals are gathering to explore key sectors such as heavy construction, concrete, HVAC, MEP technologies and building materials in the first week of the event, " said Matt Denton, President at dmg events.
Growing construction demands
Denton added: “The expanded two-week format not only enhances the attendee experience but also ensures that professionals can find the tools and technologies they need, representing every segment of the construction value chain."
"The first week specifically focuses on products and solutions for projects in the foundation to ground-up stages, aligning perfectly with the Kingdom's growing construction demands.”
High-level discussions take center stage
The first day of Big 5 Construct Saudi was organized by dmg events in alliance with the SCA
The first day of Big 5 Construct Saudi, also marked the opening of the two-day International Contracting Conference, organized by dmg events in partnership with the Saudi Contractors Authority (SCA). Bringing together senior government officials, industry pioneers and experts to discuss the future of construction in Saudi Arabia.
The opening panel discussion highlighting the transformative impact of Vision 2030 on the contracting sector featured David Watkins, Chief Projects Development Officer, Osool Real Estate; Khalid Al Othman, President, National Committee for Sustainability and Green Economy, Federation of Saudi Chambers; Tawfeeq Aljohani, VP of Supply Chain and Logistics, Al Bawani; Saleh Katheer, Managing Director, Alkifah Construction Contracting Company and Eng. Mohamed El Aasar, Managing Director, Hassan Allam Construction Saudi. The panelists collectively agreed on the need for strategic government-private sector alliances to shape the future of the Kingdom’s construction sector.
Discussions on advancing sustainability and ESG goals
Another industry pioneer who participated in discussions on advancing sustainability and ESG goals in Saudi Arabia, Sinan Rasheed, Director of Sustainability at New Murabba, highlighted the critical role of transparency and accountability through robust ESG reporting and compliance frameworks.
Day 2 of the International Contracting Conference will host discussions on strategic leadership in project management, contract management and risk mitigation for construction projects, innovations in health, safety, and environmental standards as well as the importance of productization in transforming the construction sector.
Spotlighting alliances and advancing sustainable construction
The strategic alliance girds the company’s role in the sector and drives growth to contribute to Vision 2030
On the sidelines of Big 5 Construct Saudi, Masdar signed a partnership with the Public Investment Fund (PIF), where PIF acquired a 30% stake in Masdar by subscribing to new shares via a capital increase, a step that aligns with PIF’s overarching strategy. According to Masdar, the strategic partnership strengthens the company’s position in the sector and drives growth to contribute to Vision 2030.
As part of the EcoTrail feature, on the opening day, one of the exhibitors, Dewalt showcased its battery-powered tools that reduce carbon emissions by up to 60%. Another exhibitor, LumiCon by Brickeye, presented real-time IoT-based concrete strength monitoring, which eliminates excess material waste and improves efficiency.
Introduced the latest tower crane model
TechnoStream, an engineering service provider, showcased its expertise in prefabricated buildings, security, automation, power solutions, and advanced workspace integrations, offering seamless, efficient, and sustainable solutions. Another first-time exhibitor, Raimondi Cranes, introduced its latest tower crane model with enhanced lifting capacities, alongside its state-of-the-art Lumina crane control system.
Over the coming days, Big 5 Construct Saudi will witness several more announcements and product launches that cater to the evolving market demands of the Kingdom’s construction sector. Big 5 Construct Saudi is free-to-attend for industry professionals, excluding visitors under the age of 18.
