Roya Al-Haram Al-Makki Signs Six MoUs for King Salman Gate Project at Cityscape Global
International MoUs to Boost Investments
The King Salman Gate project takes a major step forward. Ruaa Al-Haram Al-Makki Company, a subsidiary of the Public Investment Fund, announced six strategic Memorandums of Understanding. The agreements involve partners from Saudi Arabia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei, and the United States. This occurred during the company’s first participation in the Cityscape Global 2025 exhibition in Riyadh.
Supporting the King Salman Gate Project
The agreements aim to strengthen investments and expand international cooperation. They support the King Salman Gate project, a major urban development initiative in the Holy Mosque area. The project seeks to enhance hospitality, improve service quality, and accommodate the growing number of pilgrims and visitors.
Partnerships Across the Islamic World
Through these agreements, the company seeks to open doors for institutions from the Islamic world to contribute to shaping the future of Makkah. The partnerships include:
| No. | Company / Entity | Country | Purpose / Sector |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Osoul Company | Saudi Arabia | Investment opportunities within the project |
| 2 | Indonesian Hajj Fund Management Agency | Indonesia | Partnerships in food, beverages, and restaurants |
| 3 | Indonesian Hajj Fund Management Agency | Indonesia | Second MoU to assess opportunities and study additional partnerships |
| 4 | MRCB | Malaysia | Potential cooperation in real estate development and infrastructure |
| 5 | TAIB Islamic Fund | Brunei | Studying investment options in a land plot in Makkah |
| 6 | Forbes Global Properties | United States | Strategic collaboration and joining the Forbes Properties network |
A Key Step Toward Vision 2030
The signing of these MoUs represents an important milestone in the progress of the King Salman Gate project, which aims to set new standards for high density urban development and hospitality while preserving the cultural and historical heritage of Makkah, in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030.
Open Opportunities for Future Partnerships
The company affirmed that it continues to welcome local and international entities wishing to contribute to the upcoming phases of the project, supporting the ongoing comprehensive development surrounding the Holy Mosque.
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ArchUp: Strategic Analysis of the King Salman Gate Project
This article provides a strategic analysis of the King Salman Gate Project as one of the most prominent urban initiatives in the vicinity of the Grand Mosque. To enhance its archival value, we would like to present the following key technical and investment data:
The project’s urban design relies on an integrated pedestrian movement system with a capacity of 1.5 million visitors, featuring 3.5 kilometers of air-conditioned pathways. The engineering system includes suspended bridges with 45-meter spans and structural columns resistant to magnitude 8 earthquakes.
The project features advanced sustainable technologies including a district cooling system that reduces energy consumption by 40%, and 15 MW solar panels. It also incorporates an intelligent waste management system with a processing capacity of 200 tons daily, along with 85% water recycling.
In terms of infrastructure, the project achieves LEED Platinum certification with green spaces comprising 35% of the total area, and double-skin facades that reduce heat transfer by 60%. The structural density reaches 2.5 million square meters dedicated to services and hospitality.
Related Link: Please review this article for a comparison of urban development projects around historic mosques:
Urban Development Around Islamic Holy Sites: Between Heritage Preservation and Modern Requirements
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