Saudi mega tourism project Amaala awards construction contract

Saudi mega tourism project Amaala awards construction contract

Amaala, the ultra-luxury destination located along Saudi Arabia's north western coast, has awarded Tamimi Global Co (TAFGA) the design and build contract for the construction of the first stage of its Construction Village.

The Saudi-based company's contract also includes the second and third stages of civil and infrastructure works for the village.

Massive investment in mega tourism projects to the tune of $810 billion is expected to transform Saudi Arabia as one of the largest leisure tourism industries in the world over the next decade.

A part of Tamimi Group, founded by Sheikh Ali bin Abdullah Al-Tamimi, TAFGA will build a village for 15,552 workers upon completion, with each stage addressing the needs of 5,184 future residents.

Amaala CEO Nicholas Naples said: “Amaala will set the standard in sustainable, community living, and this has