Trinasolar is accelerating its expansion in Saudi Arabia through strategic collaborations with ACWA Power, strengthening its role in the Kingdom’s clean energy transition and supporting the objectives of Vision 2030. The partnerships focus on delivering large-scale solar projects, expanding local manufacturing, and deploying high-performance photovoltaic and tracking technologies across the country.

The company is working alongside ACWA Power, described as the world’s largest private water desalination company and a leader in energy transition and green hydrogen, as well as China Energy International Group on several flagship developments. These collaborations underline Trinasolar’s long-term commitment to Saudi Arabia’s renewable energy ambitions and localisation agenda.

Todd Li, Head of Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa at Trinasolar, said, “Saudi Arabia is leading one of the world’s most ambitious clean energy transitions, and we are honored to contribute to this vision. Our long-term partnerships with ACWA Power, along with key collaborators such as China Energy International Group reinforce Trinasolar’s strategic commitment to the Kingdom. By combining world-class solar technologies with local manufacturing and on-the-ground execution, we are proud to support Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals of energy diversification, sustainability, and economic growth.”

As part of the Public Investment Fund’s PIF4 programme, Trinasolar is supplying its Vertex N high-efficiency modules to the 1.15GW Haden Solar Photovoltaic Independent Power Plant, developed by ACWA Power and executed by China Energy International Group. Module deliveries began in late 2024.

The project is scheduled for completion in July 2026, with grid connection expected in February 2027, making it one of the largest solar projects currently under development in the Kingdom.

Designed for harsh desert conditions, the Vertex N modules feature bifacial technology, a high-density layout and multi-busbar design, delivering efficiency of up to 23.3% and stable output in high-temperature environments.

Trinasolar is also supplying 900MW of Vanguard 1P smart trackers to the Al Khushaybi PV Project under Saudi Arabia’s National Renewable Energy Program. The project, led by ACWA Power, marks Trinasolar’s first deployment of locally compliant tracker solutions in the Kingdom. Supporting this effort, TrinaTracker’s manufacturing facility in Jeddah is now fully operational and supplying tracker control units to PIF4 projects.

The Vanguard 1P system has been engineered to perform reliably in high heat, strong winds and sandy conditions, with tracker deliveries completed in five months to maintain project timelines.

Emaar Hospitality Group, in partnership with Lootah Biofuels, has launched a sustainable yacht fuel initiative at Dubai Marina Yacht Club (DMYC) and Creek Marina Yacht Club (CMYC), marking one of the first such efforts in the GCC’s leisure marine sector.

The initiative positions both DMYC and CMYC among the region’s early adopters of bio yacht fuel solutions for recreational vessels, reinforcing Emaar’s commitment to practical sustainability and supporting the UAE Net Zero 2050 vision.

Under the collaboration, the marinas will supply Sustainable Bio Yacht Fuel (SBYF) produced by Lootah Biofuels. The fuel is made from recycled cooking oil collected from hotels, residences, and Emaar’s integrated developments. This circular process converts waste oil into marine-grade biofuel, offering yacht owners a lower-carbon alternative directly at their home marinas.

The rollout of SBYF will follow a phased approach to ensure consistent fuel quality, logistical reliability, and long-term sustainability across marina operations. Yacht owners and club members will have access to the fuel at dedicated refuelling points, providing both convenience and a tangible step toward more environmentally friendly marine leisure activities.

By introducing SBYF across its Marina portfolio, Emaar is taking a locally focused approach to decarbonisation, emphasising actionable solutions over broad claims. The collaboration demonstrates how circular economy principles can be applied to Emaar’s hospitality, leisure, and marine operations.

Lootah Biofuels, a UAE-based company specialising in biodiesel blends derived from used cooking oil, will manage the collection, processing, and supply of SBYF to the marinas. Its biofuel solutions have shown meaningful reductions in carbon emissions compared with conventional marine fuels.

In the initial phase, sustainable fueling will operate on a scheduled basis, with potential expansion depending on demand and adoption. The initiative is expected to make a measurable contribution to reducing CO₂ emissions from leisure marine activities in the UAE.

The contract underlines the growing momentum of the project. (Image source: SPA)

Expo 2030 Riyadh has awarded its Main Utilities and Civil Works package to Nesma & Partners, marking a key milestone in the development of one of the world’s most ambitious upcoming mega-events.

The announcement signals the project’s shift from early preparatory works to large-scale construction activity.

The awarded package will prepare the site for subsequent construction phases while supporting the operational requirements of the event. It covers the construction of internal roads across the Expo site and the installation of essential utilities that will serve as the infrastructure backbone for the entire development.

Approximately 50km of infrastructure networks are included in the scope of work, encompassing water and sewage systems, electrical and communication networks, and EV charging stations. These foundational works are crucial for enabling the next stages of the master plan, allowing Expo 2030 Riyadh’s signature structures and visitor experiences to take shape.

The contract underlines the growing momentum of the project as it progresses toward its target launch, highlighting the scale and complexity involved in delivering the infrastructure needed for a world-class international exhibition.

“This milestone marks an important step in accelerating construction activities in the Expo 2030 Riyadh site,” said Talal Al-Marri, CEO of Expo 2030 Riyadh Company. “By moving early on the infrastructure that underpins the entire site, we are creating the conditions for safe, coordinated, and high-quality delivery across all future phases of development, while ensuring a lasting legacy well beyond 2030. The contract has been awarded ahead of schedule to accelerate the delivery timeline as part of a phased approach that will see construction across infrastructure, buildings, and public spaces advance steadily through 2026 and into early 2027. ”

Samer Abdul Samad, president & chief executive officer of Nesma & Partners, said, “We are proud to be entrusted with delivering this phase of infrastructure for Expo 2030 Riyadh. This project is not only about scale, but also about precision, integration, and responsibility. Our focus will be on delivering high-quality infrastructure that supports the ambition of Expo 2030 Riyadh and sets a strong foundation for everything that follows.”

Saudi Arabia and Bahrain have reaffirmed their close strategic partnership following the fourth meeting of the Saudi-Bahraini Coordination Council, co-chaired by Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman and Bahrain’s Crown Prince and Prime Minister Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa in Manama.

The meeting was held in line with the directives of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz and Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, underscoring the long-standing political, economic and social ties between the two neighbouring countries. Senior officials and heads of joint committees from both sides attended the session.

At the start of the meeting, Prince Salman bin Hamad welcomed the Saudi Crown Prince, highlighting the strength of bilateral relations and the deep bonds between the two leaderships and peoples. Prince Mohammed bin Salman expressed his pleasure at visiting Bahrain and meeting with King Hamad and the Bahraini Crown Prince, stressing King Salman’s continued support for strengthening cooperation and expanding joint action across a wide range of sectors.

The meeting was marked by the signing of a series of agreements and memoranda of understanding aimed at deepening collaboration in key strategic areas. These included an MoU on nuclear safety and radiation protection between Saudi Arabia’s Nuclear and Radiological Regulatory Commission and Bahrain’s Supreme Council for Environment, as well as a cooperation programme between the two countries’ diplomatic studies institutes.

Economic cooperation featured prominently, with agreements signed on the avoidance of double taxation, the promotion and protection of competition, sustainable development cooperation, and the promotion of direct investment. Additional MoUs were concluded covering rail transport cooperation, higher education partnerships between King Saud University and the University of Bahrain, and collaboration in developing the non-profit sector.

Together, the agreements reflect a broad and integrated approach to bilateral cooperation, spanning energy, environment, education, transport, investment, diplomacy and social development. They also align with both countries’ national development priorities and long-term economic diversification strategies.

At the conclusion of the meeting, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman thanked Prince Salman bin Hamad for the warm reception and the effective organisation of the council session, praising the constructive outcomes achieved. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to advancing the distinguished Saudi-Bahraini partnership and expressed their shared aspirations for continued security, stability and prosperity.

The two leaderships also extended their appreciation to committee members, the Executive Committee, the General Secretariat and working groups for their efforts in supporting the council’s work. It was agreed that the fifth meeting of the Saudi-Bahraini Coordination Council will be held in Saudi Arabia, with the date to be determined by the council’s general secretariat.