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Saudi Energy Ministry Awards Major Renewable Power Contracts

Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Energy has awarded contracts for multiple gigawatts of new solar and wind projects as the kingdom works toward generating half of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030.
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Finland Deploys Commercial-Scale Thermal Batteries Using Crushed Rock to Store Renewable Grid Energy

A 100-megawatt-hour thermal storage system in Pornainen has eliminated the municipal heating network's reliance on oil, as engineers test bidirectional power conversion.

Valued at $109 Million: F-35B Fighter Jet Crashes in Southern California

An advanced stealth aircraft went down in an open field near San Diego, prompting a Class A military accident investigation after the pilot safely ejected.

Red Sea Global Expands Solar-Powered Luxury Tourism Projects

Red Sea Global has completed additional off-grid luxury island resorts powered by solar energy and sustainable desalination systems, supporting Saudi Arabia's environmental and ...

Saudi Housing Fund Approves New Residential Financing Support

The Real Estate Development Fund has approved thousands of new subsidized home financing packages across Riyadh, Jeddah and the Eastern Province to help raise national homeowner...

Saudi Education Ministry Launches AI and Quantum Technology Scholarship Program

Saudi Arabia has introduced a specialized overseas scholarship initiative focused on artificial intelligence, robotics and quantum technologies under the Custodian of the Two Ho...

Jubail and Yanbu Secure New Petrochemical Investment Agreements

The Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu has signed multi-billion-dollar industrial agreements to expand specialty petrochemical manufacturing and downstream production in both...

Saudi Health Ministry Opens National Genomics and Biotechnology Center

The Ministry of Health has launched a biotechnology and genomics research hub in Riyadh to support precision medicine, genetic testing and pharmaceutical research.

Public Investment Fund Expands Sports Tourism Through Global Events

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund and Ministry of Sport announced new investments and hosting rights for major esports tournaments, Formula One races and professional golf e...

Saudi Water Authority Expands Solar-Powered Desalination Capacity

The Saudi Water Authority has completed a major expansion of a solar-powered desalination facility in the Eastern Province to improve long-term water security while reducing ene...

Saudi Central Bank Reports Strong Banking Growth

The Saudi Central Bank said commercial banks continued to expand, supported by robust mortgage lending and growing adoption of digital payment platforms.

Diriyah Launches New Phase of Luxury Hotels and Cultural Development

The Diriyah Gate Development Authority has begun construction on additional luxury hotels, museums and residential projects to further develop the historic area near Riyadh as a...

Saudi Ports Expand Container Capacity at Dammam and Yanbu

The Saudi Ports Authority, Mawani, has upgraded container handling capacity at King Abdulaziz Port in Dammam and Yanbu Commercial Port, strengthening the kingdom's role as a reg...
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