- More than 1,000 global decision makers to meet in Riyadh to boost the evolution of the development of the stadium and the sand
- More than 115 leading exhibitors to exhibit technologies of the next general stage
- Two -day summit to explore innovations, sustainability and global trends that shape the sector
Riad, Saudi Arabia – [28th April 2025] – Saudi Arabia will organize the inaugural World and Arenas World Summit (WSA) of April 29-30 to the Oriental mandarin, to Faisaliah, RiadThat marks a significant milestone in the mission of the kingdom to become a global leader in sports infrastructure and mega-evidence.
Held in association with the Green Saudi Construction Forum, the flagship event will be welcomed Around 1,000 international industry leaders, decision makers and professionalsalong with More than 100 exhibitors from more than 50 countries. The summit will serve as a global platform to reveal avant -garde innovations and establish strategic priorities for the stadiums and the sand ecosystem.
“Green sports infrastructure is no longer a vision for tomorrow, it is today’s basis,” he said Faisal AlfadlGeneral Secretary of the Saudi Green Construction Forum. “We lead the evidence-base Transformion of How Stadiums and Arenas Are Designed, Construled, and Operated in Line With The Highest Sustainability Standards. Potential.
Designed to accelerate in line progress with Saudi Vision 2030WSAS underlines the ambition of the kingdom to be a main destination for global sporting events, including the AFC ASIAN CUP 2027” Asian winter games 2029and FIFA World Cup 2034. The event attracted the important support of the main strategic stakeholders of government authorities, sports federations, architects and developers, including Qiddiya, New Mubbaand EYA Knowledge Partner.
The two -day conference will present Around 45 influential voices From the fields of global design, architecture, operations and place management. Discussions will cover key issues that include sustainable and ecological construction, smart stage technologies, energy efficiency design innovations, fans and digital participation experience, and inherited planning for the use after events.
Confirmed speakers include Michael DykeCEO or New Mubba; Guido FengaCEO and main advisor to NASSR/PIF; Scary. Mansour A. AlmokbelCEO or Saudi Motorsport Company; Shireen HamdanPopulous Senior Director; and Barry BremnerExecutive Director of Sports Strategy in Qiddiya.
(Additional present that will be announced).
WSAS arrives at a crucial moment for the kingdom. According to a Surj Sports Investments Report, The Saudi Arabian sports sector contributed $ 6.9 billion to GDP in 2023with projections pointing to $ 16.5 billion annually for 2030. The summit will highlight how investment in infrastructure, innovation and global associations is transforming the kingdom into a central center for world class sports and entertainment.
“We extend our sincere gratitude to the Minister of Sports in Saudi Arabia for his visionary leadership in the progress of the sports sector and for his unwavering commitment to bring international games to our nation,” he said ALFADL. “Their efforts not only align with Saudi Vision 2030, but also encourage a vibrant sports culture that inspires future generations. We are excited to witness the transformative impact that this will have on our community and the global sports scene.”
Leila MasinaeiGM and WSA event managing director emphasized the strategic importance of the summit:
“The launch of the World Summit of Stadiums and Arenas is appropriate and critical. As Saudi Arabia builds world class places to fulfill its future ambitions, WSAS provides a collaborative forum to exchange, light the innations and forge partners and our sponsors to make this the global reference point for the stages and the sand industry.”
The summit is Exclusive open for industry professionalsRunning from 8:00 am to 5:35 pm on April 29and 8:00 am to 2:30 pm of April 30.
For complete details of the event, speaker list and registration, visit:Sandarenssummit.com scenario
