Jeddah is rapidly evolving from a historic gateway to Makkah into one of Saudi Arabia’s most promising tourism destinations. As Vision 2030 accelerates investment into leisure, culture, and travel infrastructure, five major projects are redefining what the Red Sea city can offer international and regional visitors.
From iconic skyscrapers to revitalized heritage zones, these developments are calling for advanced construction materials, smart design solutions, and large-scale infrastructure capabilities. Here is what exhibitors in the construction industry need to know about the projects attracting billions in investment, and millions of future tourists.
- Location: Central Jeddah Waterfront
- Developer: Jeddah Central Development Company (Public Investment Fund)
- Project Value: SAR 75 billion
- Timeline: Phase 1 expected by 2027
This massive 5.7 km² coastal redevelopment will transform Jeddah’s downtown into a vibrant tourism destination with a marina, oceanarium, beaches, a sports stadium, museums, and more than 2,700 hotel rooms.
Construction Opportunities:
- High-performance concrete and marine-grade steel for waterfront works.
- Glass facades and hospitality-grade MEP systems
- Smart energy solutions and digital wayfinding
- Bespoke interiors for hotels, F&B, and cultural venues
Why it matters: With its scale and strategic location, Jeddah Central is positioned to be the beating heart of the city’s tourism economy, blending luxury, entertainment, and urban experience in one destination.
- Location: North Jeddah, near Obhur Creek
- Developer: Jeddah Economic Company
- Project Type: Mixed-use supertall tower
- Timeline: Construction restarted in 2023; targeting 2028 completion
Designed to be the tallest building in the world (over 1,000 meters), Jeddah Tower will feature an observation deck, a five-star hotel, premium office space, and upscale residences.
Construction Opportunities:
- Super-strength concrete and wind-engineered steel structures
- High-speed vertical transportation systems
- Facade technologies and anti-glare glazing
- Integrated fire safety and advanced HVAC solutions
Why it matters: A global tourism icon in the making, the tower will bring business and leisure travelers from around the world, anchoring Jeddah as a premier international destination.
- Location: Al-Balad District, Central Jeddah
- Developer: Ministry of Culture / Historic Jeddah Program
- Project Type: Cultural heritage revitalization
- Timeline: Ongoing; aligned with Vision 2030
The UNESCO-listed old town is undergoing a large-scale transformation, including restoration of over six hundred heritage buildings, creation of museums, artisan markets, and upgraded infrastructure to welcome more tourists.
Construction Opportunities:
- Coral stone and traditional lime plasters for facade restoration
- Smart lighting and fire safety systems
- Pedestrian-friendly paving and stormwater drainage
- Energy-efficient utilities retrofitted for heritage structures.
Why it matters: Al-Balad is where culture and tourism meet. Its revival strengthens Saudi Arabia’s appeal to heritage-focused tourists seeking authentic experiences.
- Location: Corniche, Red Sea Coast
- Developer: Tourism Development Fund
- Project Type: Mixed-use seafront leisure district
- Timeline: Phased delivery from 2026
Jeddah Cove is set to become a high-end retail, hospitality, and entertainment zone with a promenade, marina, boutique hotels, and beachside restaurants.
Construction Opportunities:
- Marine infrastructure and coastal protection
- Luxury retail fit-outs and smart signage
- Decorative concrete and LED-integrated water features
- Landscape architecture and shade structures.
Why it matters: This is Jeddah’s answer to global leisure hotspots, attracting affluent tourists and creating a new seaside lifestyle destination.
- Location: Adjacent to King Abdulaziz International Airport
- Developer: SARH Airport Development & Real Estate Investment Company
- Project Type: Mixed-use airport city
- Timeline: Phased construction underway; full buildout by 2030
Jeddah Airport City will include business hotels, conference centers, retail outlets, medical facilities, and a duty-free zone, all linked to the airport terminal.
Construction Opportunities:
- Modular building systems and fast-track fit outs.
- Airport-grade tiling, cladding, and security infrastructure
- Integrated BMS and wayfinding technology
- Parking structures, public transport interfaces, and MEP networks
Why it matters: As the primary entry point for millions of pilgrims and tourists annually, Jeddah Airport City will enhance the traveler’s experience and encourage extended visits.
These five developments are redefining how tourism is built, combining scale, smart design, and global ambition. They require:
- Smart building systems and facade technology
- Marine and heritage restoration expertise
- Modular and prefabricated construction
- Luxury fit outs and hospitality interiors.
- Infrastructure for transport, utilities, and wayfinding
Connect with the Developers Shaping Tomorrow’s Jeddah at Jeddah Construct, you will meet the contractors, consultants, and procurement heads driving these projects. It is your chance to:
- Highlight materials and tech fit for hospitality and urban infrastructure.
- Network with developers linked to PIF-backed and government-led tourism initiatives.
- Position your brand in Saudi Arabia’s fastest-growing destination market.
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