Contract Signed for Futuristic Development Project in Saudi Arabia

A unique infrastructure project in the mountains of Saudi Arabia, a location of the future in the desert with dams, a lake and iconic architectural works, was commissioned to Webuild by NEOM for the Trojena mountain destination in a contract worth USD $4.7 billion. Webuild will construct three dams to form a freshwater lake for the ski resort, as well as a series of innovative related works under a contract that places the group among the corporations leading the development of the futuristic NEOM region. More than 10,000 people, including direct and third-party personnel, will be involved in the construction.

The general contractor will also create the futuristic Bow, an architectural structure that will extend the surface of the lake beyond the front of the main dam. It will be shaped like the prow of a ship suspended over the valley, and will house a luxury hotel, as well as a residential area and a large central atrium, with accommodation and hospitality facilities.

The main dam will be made of roller-compacted concrete and will be 145 meters high, 475 meters long and hold a volume of approximately 2.7 million cubic meters. The second dam will also be in RCC, while the third will be in rock, with a volume of 4.3 million cubic meters. The artificial lake will cover an area of 1.5 square kilometers and will have an island reserved for botanical dives and walks.

The Lake, which will be the largest architecturally crafted body of water in Saudi Arabia, is a central feature of Trojena’s LAVA designed masterplan. Sitting at the very heart of the development, it will be key to Trojena’s ambition to sustain and regenerate the area’s vibrant natural environment, offer clean, serene outdoor mountain living and become a global hub for water sports and entertainment.