Nesma & Partners secures Expo 2030 Riyadh civil works

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.”