The Saudi Ministry of Sports has revealed the latest developments in the King Fahd International Stadium rehabilitation and development project, which includes the addition of the Sky Walk as part of the new updates.
This development comes 38 years after the original tent was used, as the ministry aims to improve the fans’ experience and meet international standards.
The Kingdom announced the development of King Fahd International Stadium, so that it will be ready to host matches for the 2027 Asian Cup, as well as the 2034 World Cup.
What is Sky Walk?
Sky Walk is an elevated path that allows visitors to walk high above the stadium, providing a panoramic view of the stands and the stadium floor.
This path is designed to take souvenir photos and enjoy a unique aesthetic view.
Sky Walk is a modern addition that aims to attract tourists and visitors, and enhance the fans’ experience during sporting and entertainment events.
Global stadiums that use Sky Walk
The Sky Walk concept has been applied in several international stadiums, most notably Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, which includes an elevated path that allows visitors to view the stadium from a great height.
In addition, this concept has been applied in some American and European stadiums, where this addition has become part of the visitor experience.
Development of King Fahd International Stadium
The new development of the stadium includes several improvements, including increasing the shade area in the stands to improve the comfort of the fans, and enhancing the amount of light falling on the pitch to improve the quality of television broadcasting.
Modern LED lighting that complies with FIFA standards has also been installed, in addition to a high-tech 360° LED screen.
Official figures
According to data from the Saudi Ministry of Sports, the cost of the development project amounted to hundreds of millions of Saudi riyals.
The stadium is expected to accommodate more than 68,000 spectators after the development, making it one of the largest stadiums in the region.
The new lighting will also reduce energy consumption by up to 40% compared to traditional lighting.
Conclusion
The development of King Fahd International Stadium comes as part of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, which aims to improve sports infrastructure and attract international events.
With the addition of the Sky Walk and other improvements, the stadium will become a prominent tourist and sports destination in the region.
The Saudi Ministry of Sports has revealed the development of King Fahd International Stadium, including the addition of a “Skywalk” path that provides a panoramic view of the stadium. The development includes increasing the shade area, improving LED lighting, and installing a 360° LED screen. The upgrades aim to improve the fan experience and meet FIFA standards, as part of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 to enhance sports infrastructure.
