The large scale and complexity of projects requires ensuring that jobs are carried out efficiently and on time and within budget.

Applying circular economy principles in Saudi Arabia's mega-projects can reduce natural resources consumption, lessen environmental impacts and promote long-term sustainability.

SOCOTEC Spain in Saudi Arabia

SOCOTEC Spain brings its technical strength and circular vision to the most unique engineering design projects in Saudi Arabia.

We are a leading structural design and engineering services company, committed to providing innovative and sustainable solutions for mega-constructions in Saudi Arabia. Our team of consulting experts is trained to tackle the most demanding and complex technical challenges.

Sustainability and circularity are fundamental pillars in our actions and we always apply them in our projects beyond the needs of our clients in Saudi Arabia. We provide consultancy in bioclimatic and circularity, implementing innovative and environmentally friendly solutions.We conduct life cycle assessment (LCA) and life cycle cost (LCC) studies to assess the long-term sustainability of projects. In addition, we are committed to carbon footprint reduction and decarbonisation, especially when it comes to mega engineering projects in Saudi Arabia.

Vision 2030

SOCOTEC Spain is involved in a number of projects planned by Saudi Arabia that highlight the country's efforts towards economic, social and cultural diversification through the Vision 2030 initiative. Each of these projects will open up new areas of economic activity, create jobs and drive economic development in line with Vision 2030.

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Lara Pellegrini

General Manager Cities, Building & Energy

Xavier Aguiló i Arán

International Managing Director

Engineering Challenges in Saudi Arabia and its megaprojects

These engineering challenges are important in Saudi Arabia and in megaprojects for several reasons:

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Projects in Saudi Arabia

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MZ Engineering

We rely on the market knowledge of one of the leading engineering companies in Saudi Arabia.

We share a common DNA with MZ Engineering, as our motivation is to offer multidisciplinary solutions in engineering innovation.

Mz Engineering draws on our knowledge to institutionalise environmental protection, economic sustainability and align with the global economy with projects that can make a distinctive contribution to the realisation of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 and the world at large.

MZ Engineering

We rely on the market knowledge of one of the leading engineering companies in Saudi Arabia.

We share a common DNA with MZ Engineering, as our motivation is to offer multidisciplinary solutions in engineering innovation.

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