Saudi Arabia, Oxagon City

Port of NEOM Expansion

Transforming the Port of NEOM into a fully integrated port and supply chain hub

BESIX, in joint venture with Modern Building Leaders (MBL) and in collaboration with Boskalis, was awarded the contract for the first phase of the Port of NEOM expansion. The works focused on transforming the port into a fully integrated logistics and supply chain hub to serve Oxagon City, NEOM’s industrial and innovation district.

Project overview

Located on Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast, the Port of NEOM is a critical component of the NEOM mega-project. The first phase of its transformation involved the demolition of existing structures and the construction of over 3 kilometres of new quay walls. The project was designed to support the future logistics and industrial needs of Oxagon City, aligning with NEOM’s vision of sustainable, high-tech urban development.

Scope of works

Design and construction of more than 3 km of quay walls of various types
Demolition and removal of existing port structures
Integration of sustainable and innovative marine engineering solutions
Execution under a design-and-build lump sum contract model

Highlights

Strategic partnership: BESIX and MBL formed a joint venture, with Boskalis contributing marine expertise, to deliver the project.
European milestone: This was the first design-and-build contract awarded by NEOM to a European-led consortium.
Infrastructure for innovation: The upgraded port infrastructure supports Oxagon City’s role as a global hub for advanced manufacturing and logistics.
Sustainable development: The project aligned with NEOM’s sustainability goals, incorporating environmentally responsible construction practices.