The Saudi Giga Projects 2026 Summit is a premier event dedicated to providing an in-depth analysis of the Kingdom's ongoing giga projects. Organized by MEED, a leading source of Middle East and Africa business intelligence since 1957, this summit serves as a platform for key executives and stakeholders in the Saudi construction sector to connect and explore contracting and supply opportunities.
The summit will cover a range of critical topics, including construction updates, progress reports, and supply chain resilience. Attendees will gain insights into in-demand products, advanced manufacturing techniques, and cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of the construction industry.
The event offers numerous networking opportunities, featuring over 100 speakers participating in public sessions, exclusive workshops, closed-door roundtable discussions, and more. Notable speakers include senior giga project leaders and executive-level decision-makers from the construction sector.
This summit is ideal for industry leaders, government officials, investors, and innovators seeking to stay informed about the latest developments in Saudi Arabia's giga projects and to explore potential collaborations and business opportunities.
Speakers(12)
Ben Edwards
Group Head of Cost, Commercial & Procurement at Red Sea Global
Ben Edwards serves as the Group Head of Cost, Commercial & Procurement at Red Sea Global, managing financial and procurement strategies.
Charles Phillips
Advisor at UN Global Compact & ModeScore - Saudi Arabia
Charles Phillips serves as an Advisor to the UN Global Compact and ModeScore in Saudi Arabia, focusing on sustainable development and corporate responsibility.
Colin Foreman
Editor at MEED
Colin Foreman is the Editor at MEED, overseeing content related to Middle East business intelligence.
Dale Sinclair
Head of Digital Innovation at WSP
Dale Sinclair is the Head of Digital Innovation at WSP, focusing on advancing digital practices within the organization.
Ihab Mouallem
Group CEO at ALBADDAD SAUDI HOLDING
Ihab Mouallem serves as the Group CEO of ALBADDAD SAUDI HOLDING, leading the company's strategic initiatives in the region.
James Clark
Partner, Head of Construction and Project Delivery at Kirkland & Ellis
James Clark is a Partner and Head of Construction and Project Delivery at Kirkland & Ellis, specializing in legal aspects of construction projects.
Khaled Alrubaian
Executive Vice President - Social Advisory at National Centre for Privatization and PPP (NCP)
Khaled Alrubaian is the Executive Vice President of Social Advisory at the National Centre for Privatization and PPP, focusing on public-private partnerships.
Lucien Zeigler
Managing Partner, Founder and Co-Host at RedSalt Advisory Company, The TWENTY30
Lucien Zeigler is the Managing Partner at RedSalt Advisory Company and Founder and Co-Host of The TWENTY30, contributing to strategic advisory and media initiatives.
Mohammed Al-Surf
Founder and President at Sustainability Professionals of Saudi Arabia (SPSA)
Mohammed Al-Surf is the Founder and President of the Sustainability Professionals of Saudi Arabia, promoting sustainable practices across industries.
Robbie McBratney
Executive Director, Engineering at ROSHN Real Estate
Robbie McBratney is the Executive Director of Engineering at ROSHN Real Estate, overseeing engineering operations and projects.
Sherif Elkholy
Partner and Head of Middle East & Africa at Actis
Sherif Elkholy is a Partner and Head of Middle East & Africa at Actis, leading investment strategies in the region.
Talal Altayar
Executive Director of Transaction at Saudi Water Partnership Company (SWPC)
Talal Altayar is the Executive Director of Transaction at the Saudi Water Partnership Company, overseeing transactional operations.
Event Details
- Date
- June 22-24, 2026
- 3 days
- Location
- 🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
- The Venue by ROSHN Group
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Industry leaders, government officials, investors, and innovators in the construction sector.