Building Materials & Technologies

Is Saudi Arabia heading towards self-sufficiency in building materials?

Reading time: < 1 Minuteهناك دلائل قوية بأن الملكة العربية السعودة تتجه نحو تحقيق الاكتفاء الذاتي في بعض مواد البناء مثل الأسمنت، ولكن ما زالت هناك أنواع من مواد ... Read more

Saudi Arabia is nearly self-sufficient in cement and exports it, but still imports steel and faces energy, transportation, and raw material challenges.

11/10/2025

Building materials

Real estate pioneers showcase their experiences at the «Real Estate and Contracting Week» at the Enterprise Support Center in Jeddah

Monsha'at organizes workshops and consultation sessions at the Jeddah Enterprise Support Center to empower entrepreneurs and expand the network of the real estate and contracting sectors.

Terracotta buildings are a vibrant story of heritage architecture

It combines traditional building techniques and local materials, and is being restored to enhance its cultural value and attract tourists.

Residential program

Stone masonry... A traditional craft that brings wells back to life in Al Jouf

Sakaka's Salma well, restored with stone and palm trunks, showcases traditional water extraction techniques and attracts visitors.

Franchising - Facilities

«Monsha'at launches real estate and contracting week next Sunday

Events from June 29 to July 3 at the Enterprise Support Centers in Riyadh, Madinah, Jeddah and Khobar, including workshops, consultations and investment opportunities.

Cement prices fall

Saudi cement sales exceed 22 million tons in 5 months

Total sales grew 13.1% to 22.49 million tons, domestic sales 21.85 million tons, and exports fell 11.4%.

Alternatives to steel Are they changing the rules for building structures?

A review of applications of engineered wood, polymer fibers, and bamboo as practical alternatives to steel with advantages and limitations

Concrete prices rise, cement and block prices diverge in May

GASTAT records increases for concrete and variations in cement and block prices during May 2025

Building and Construction - Construction Techniques

Artificial Intelligence on Construction Sites Precision accuracy and real-time quality control

Utilizing smart cameras, triple scanning and predictive analytics to improve quality and manage resources in real time

Steel Prices - Rebar

Steel and electrical wire prices fall in May; timber prices vary

GASTAT: Most categories of rebar and electrical cables fell in May while timber was mixed.

Cladding panels, a stylish and modern facade in the age of smart architecture

Modern facade solutions that combine lightweight, weatherproof, thermal and acoustic insulation with easy installation and maintenance

Recycling construction debris How do you turn rubble into economic opportunities?

Demonstration of demolition waste recycling methods and their environmental and economic benefits.

Sustainable real estate development: How does it contribute to climate change?

Renewable designs, materials and energy to minimize the carbon footprint and reduce energy and water consumption.

Imad Al-Abdalrahman - Economic Journalist - Riyadh Metro - Foreign Investment in Real Estate - Elevators - Amlak Real Estate Newspaper

Real estate supply chains in Saudi Arabia: Real estate supply chains in Saudi Arabia

Digitalization and localization boost the efficiency of supply chains in the real estate sector and attract investments and job opportunities.

What are the best types of paints and how to choose the right color for your walls?

A practical guide to choosing the right paints and wall colors based on the quality, durability, and function of each room.

ارتفاع أسعار 31 سلعة إنشائية وتراجع الفنادق بنسبة 10% خلال الشهر الماضي

ارتفاع رمل البناء وكابلات الكهرباء يضغطان على تكاليف المشروعات الإنشائية ويؤثران في سوق الإيواء المؤقت.

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