Riyadh airport plans will leverage global aviation capabilities and sustainable initiatives to deliver masterplan and runway design.
Jacobs has been selected by King Salman International Airport Development Company to provide concept masterplan validation, detailed masterplan design, runway design and other services for the King Salman International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The masterplan will cover an area of approximately 57 square kilometres and include six parallel runways, new terminals and real estate development in the surrounding area.
The vision for the dynamic and innovation-focused aerotropolis centres around a unique customer experience with entertainment and world-class, efficient operations. Part of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 for economic development and growth, it will provide the additional passenger and freight capacity needed to support multiple giga-project developments.
King Salman International Airport Development Company anticipates that the airport will accommodate up to 100 million passengers annually by 2030. The project will prioritise low-carbon design, use of renewable energy and technological innovation to deliver more sustainable and efficient operations, achieving LEED Platinum certification and offering a unique travel experience for visitors.
Jacobs senior vice president Keith Lawson said: “This project supports The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s ambition to deliver the strategic objectives under Vision 2030, showcasing the kingdom to the world and diversifying the economy into new areas such as tourism. We look forward to delivering this project with our local talent, partners and our global aviation team and are excited for the growth and positive change it will bring for decades to come.”
Marco Mejia, acting CEO of King Salman International Airport Development Company (KSIA), said: “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 that position Saudi Arabia as an economic powerhouse. We are thrilled to welcome Jacobs 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.”
Jacobs and architects Foster + Partners previously won a competition to design the concept masterplan for King Salman International Airport.
