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Saudi Arabia's Neom is reportedly downsizing its 100-mile The Line megacity and pivoting to a data-centers hub to diversify from oil amid a cash-strapped Public Investment Fund; architects are exploring a modest redesign rather than scrapping the project entirely, with coastal Gulf of Aqaba cooling cited as an advantage, while ongoing concerns over cost and worker abuses persist.
Saudi Arabia’s NEOM has formed a new chief-of-staff division of five senior executives, led by Mazen Alfuraih, to bolster governance and state engagement as the $1 trillion project faces cost overruns, delays, and layoffs. The move appears aimed at tightening control under CEO Aiman al-Mudaifer amid a broader strategic review that could shrink NEOM’s ambitions, even as work continues on other components like The Line, Trojena, and Oxagon.
Saudi Arabia is dramatically downsizing the Neom megaproject, redesigning The Line, postponing the 2029 Asian Winter Games at Trojena, and shifting focus toward data centers and industrial development amid cost overruns and softer oil prices.
Saudi Arabia’s Neom megacity project, including The Line, is being downsized and could pivot from housing millions to becoming a data-center hub to boost AI capabilities, as delays, budget overruns, and leadership changes mount, while evictions and migrant-worker abuses highlight the human cost behind the plan.
Saudi Arabia's ambitious 100-mile skyscraper project, The Line, part of the Neom city, has faced significant setbacks with construction delays, reduced scope, and withdrawal of foreign investments, raising doubts about its future viability despite official claims of progress.
Saudi Arabia is shifting its focus from the Neom city project to AI and high-tech investments, backing a new company called HUMAIN with plans to invest $10 billion in startups globally and signing deals with major tech firms like Nvidia and Amazon, as part of a broader strategy to diversify its economy away from oil reliance amid falling oil prices.
Saudi Arabia's NEOM project is considering job cuts and relocations due to rising costs and project delays, with a focus on consolidating staff in Riyadh and reviewing progress on key developments like The Line and Oxagon.
Saudi Arabia has asked consultants to review the feasibility of 'The Line', a key part of the Neom megaproject, amid scaling back plans due to rising costs and falling oil prices. The ambitious, car-free city was initially envisioned to host one million residents and contribute significantly to the economy, but recent reports suggest a reduction in scope and population targets, reflecting financial and internal challenges. The project remains a symbol of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 to diversify its economy.
Nadhmi al-Nasr, the CEO of Saudi Arabia's ambitious Neom megacity project, has unexpectedly left his position, marking a significant disruption for the world's largest construction endeavor. Neom, a key part of Saudi Arabia's strategy to diversify its economy and boost tourism, has faced numerous challenges, including budget issues, delays, and worker safety concerns. The announcement of al-Nasr's departure coincided with Neom's selection of architects for its prominent feature, a pair of 105-mile-wide parallel skyscrapers.
Neom, Saudi Arabia's ambitious $500 billion urban development project, has lost its CEO, Nadhmi al-Nasr, reportedly due to missed construction deadlines. The project, envisioned by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, aims to create a futuristic city with features like robot dinosaurs and flying cars. However, it faces significant challenges, including high costs, construction delays, and reports of harsh working conditions leading to numerous worker deaths. The Saudi Public Investment Fund is now overseeing the project, which critics estimate could cost up to $2 trillion.
Nadhmi al-Nasr has stepped down as CEO of Saudi Arabia's Neom project after six years, with Aiman Al-Mudaifer named as acting CEO. The leadership change is intended to enhance operational efficiency as Neom enters a new phase. The megacity, part of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 to diversify its economy, has faced challenges including financial issues, construction delays, and human rights concerns. The project's ambitious plans, such as The Line, have been scaled back, and internal conflicts have been reported.
Saudi Arabia's ambitious urban desert city project, The Line, part of the larger Neom development, is scaling back its plans, with only 2.4 kilometers expected to be completed by 2030 instead of the originally envisioned 170 kilometers. The project, intended to accommodate 9 million people, is facing delays and budget concerns, leading to the dismissal of some workers on site. Neom, aimed at transforming Saudi Arabia's economy, includes plans for an industrial city, ports, and tourism developments, with concerns arising at the highest levels of the Saudi government over the trillions of dollars of investment.
Saudi Arabia's Neom project, a key component of Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's Vision 2030 plan, is facing financial concerns as the kingdom's sovereign wealth fund has yet to approve Neom's budget for 2024. The trillion-dollar investments in Vision 2030, particularly Neom, have raised alarms within the government, leading to delays and pullbacks in some projects. Ethical concerns have also been raised about the megacity, including worries about surveillance and strict rules around criticizing the project.
Saudi Arabia's Neom giga-project in the northwest will encompass 10 distinct developments, including The Line, Oxagon, Trojena, Sindalah, Leyja, Epicon, Siranna, Utamo, Norlana, and Aquellum, each featuring unique and luxurious amenities such as floating port cities, ski resorts, luxury hotels, and immersive event spaces. The project aims to redefine urban living and tourism with innovative designs and futuristic concepts, showcasing a clear vision for the future of the region.
Aerial photos shared by The Line's chief operating officer Giles Pendleton on LinkedIn reveal construction progress on The Line megacity, Oxagon port, and Sindalah resort in Neom, Saudi Arabia. The images show excavations for The Line, advanced construction at the Sindalah resort, and preparation works at Oxagon. Neom, one of the world's largest and most controversial developments, has faced criticism on human rights grounds, but the project continues to move forward.