RIYADH: As the world is witnessing rapid changes in the era of energy transition, digitalization and climate change, the mining industry will need to have a different structure moving forward, said Saline Water Conversion Corp. Governor Abdullah Ibrahim Al-Abdul-Karim. Speaking in a panel discussion during the Future Minerals Forum in Riyadh, he said new mining companies will
RIYADH: Reforms to Saudi Arabia’s water sector are set to give the Kingdom a “competitive advantage” over other countries which face supply problems, according to a new analysis by the Saline Water Conversion Corp.. The report from the organization highlights how Saudi Arabia one of the most water-stressed countries in the world is taking a range of measures to ensure its
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s mega projects helped fuel SR94.5 billion ($25.15 billion) in contracts being awarded in the first half of 2022, according to the latest report released by the US Saudi Business Council. This represented an 88 percent year-on year rise. The total value of projects awarded during the second quarter reached SR48.6 billion, while in the first quarter it
RIYADH: Saudi Arabia is to open the taps on its expertise in desalination and water technologies with the launch of a specialized international training program. The Saline Water Conversion Corp. revealed that more than 300 training programs in plant design and environment would be run at the Saudi Water Academy in Jubail. The courses will be available to individuals and
The Saline Water Conversion Corp. recently awarded Alfanar a 110 MW solar photovoltaic power plant project, which will be a part of a floating solar panel system. The project also includes a 380 kV substation and 172 kms of overhead transmission lines. The solar plant will play a critical role in powering the desalination plant with renewable energy, thereby reducing the use