Development & Construction

Smart finishing materials combine beauty with energy efficiency

Reading time: 3 MinutesThe construction industry around the world is undergoing a radical shift in the concept of interior and exterior finishes, as finishing materials are no longer merely an aesthetic element used to add the finishing touch ... Read more

The latest reports on the smart building materials market indicate strong and accelerating growth in the global smart finishing materials market

17/06/2026

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Infographic | Guidelines on Construction Worker Safety to Protect Them from Hazards and Injuries

The Saudi Contractors Authority emphasizes the use of protective equipment, the regulation of work in the sun, and ensuring medical treatment and compensation for work-related injuries.

Light-Gauge Steel Construction... Is It Spelling the End of the Era of Cement Blocks and Concrete?

Light-gauge steel framing technology relies on the use of cold-formed steel sections, which are assembled to form a cohesive and sturdy structure as an alternative to concrete structures.

Cement Sales Last Month... What Happened to Production and Export Figures?

Digital twins: A technology that reduces rework in construction projects

The site is linked to a live digital version that detects deviations early, reducing demolition and delays and improving the quality of implementation.

More than 200,000 meters of rainwater drainage networks were completed during the first half of 2026

As part of the municipal infrastructure projects, the works included main and branch networks, culverts, canals and retaining walls to enhance the cities’ readiness for rain and floods.

Saudi Arabia's Steel Sector

Iron and electrical cables led the surge in building material prices last month.

Data from August 2026 shows an annual jump in cables and reinforcing steel in Saudi Arabia, compared to a decline in concrete and blocks.

Construction costs in Saudi Arabia rose by 2.31 TP3T during August.

Driven by rising energy, equipment and labor costs, with a greater increase in the non-residential sector compared to the residential sector.

Construction activities increased by 9.52 billion riyals by the end of the second quarter of 2026

The growth in real estate and construction raised their combined value to 171.7 billion riyals, despite their contribution to the GDP declining to 13.59%.

Concrete prices declined during August, while cement prices varied.

Concrete prices in Saudi Arabia decreased during August, while prices for cement, sand, gypsum and blocks varied, according to statistics data.

Report reveals: 20% rise in building material costs disrupts housing supply plans

A Knight Frank report warns that soaring construction costs could delay unit deliveries and put pressure on the viability of housing projects.

Cement prices fall

The cement market remains stable locally despite a decline in exports in August.

Domestic deliveries rose marginally to 4.5 million tons, while exports fell to 191 TP3T amid geopolitical pressures and a year-on-year decline in indicators.

Cement sales reached 4.58 million tons last month, while inventory stands at 45.9 million tons.

Stable domestic sales limited the impact of declining exports, while clinker stocks continued to rise with clear variations between companies and regions.

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«Muthaman» Returns to LEAP 2026 with a Broader Range of Solutions to Support Real Estate Decision-Making and Empower Experts

The third day of the «LEP 2026» conference sees the announcement of new investments totaling $857 million

On its third day, «Leap 2026» recorded $857 million in announcements related to cloud computing, data, and technology industries.

From the Heart of the Action… «Big 5 Construct Saudi 2026» Showcases Technologies Shaping the Future of Construction

The Riyadh Expo brings together more than 1,000 exhibitors from 50 countries to showcase construction technologies, sustainability, artificial intelligence, and specialized solutions.

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