Inaugural World Stadiums and Arenas Summit to Shape the Future of Global Sports Infrastructure in Riyadh

Fatima Al Qasimi
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  • More than 1,000 global decision-makers for Confnene in Riyadh to stimulate the evolution of stadium and arena development
  • More than 115 leading exhibitors to present stadium technologies of the next generation
  • High-Impact two-day top to explore innovations, sustainability and global trends that shape the sector

Riyadh, Saudi -Arabia – [28th April 2025] – Saudi -Arabia will organize inaugural World Stadiums and Arenas Summit (WSAS) By April 29-30 by the Eastern mandarin, to Faisaliah, RiyadhMarking a signed milestone in the mission of the Kingdom to become a global leader in sports infrastructure and mega event Hosting.

The flagship event is held in collaboration with Saudi Green Building Forum More than 1,000 international industrial leaders, decision -makers and professionalspast 100+ exhibitors from more than 50 countries. The top will serve as a global platform to reveal advanced innovations and to set strategic priorities for stadiums and arenas ecosystem.

“Green sports infrastructure is no longer a vision for Tomroroow – it’s the basis of today,” said Faisal AlfadlSecretary General of the Saudi Green Building Forum. “We lead the evidence transformation of how stadiums and arenas are designed, built and operated in accordance with the highest sustainability standards. Potential.

Designed to speed up progress in accordance with Saudi -Vision 2030Wsas emphasizes the ambition of the Kingdom to be a leading termination for global sporting events – including the AFC Asian Cup 2027Asian Winter Games 2029And FIFA World Cup 2034. The event attracted great support from leading strategic stakeholders of government agencies, sporting federations, architects and developers, confusing Qiddiya, New MubbaAnd Knowledge partner EY.

The two -day conference will prevent More than 45 votes From the area of ​​worldwide design, architecture, operations and location management. Discussions will relate to important topics, including sustainable and environmentally friendly construction, smart stadium technologies, energy-efficient design innovations, fan experience and digital involvement and legacy planning for use after the event.

Confirm speakers Michael DykeCEO of New Mubba; Guido FengaCEO and senior advisor at the NASSR/PIF; Scary. Mansour A. AlmokbelCEO of Saudi Motorsport Company; Shireen HamdanSenior Main at Populous; And Barry BremnerExecutive director of sports strategy at Qiddiya.

(Additional speakers must be announced.)

WSAS comes at a crucial moment for the kingdom. By one Surj Sports Investments Report, The sports sector of Saudi Arabia contributed to GDP in 2023 $ 6.9 billionwith projections that go to $ 16.5 billion a year by 2030. The top will bring to the attention of how investments in infrastructure, innovation and global partnerships transform the kingdom into Central Hub for sports and entertainment of world class.

“We are expanding our sincere thanks to the Minister of Sport in Saudi Aarabia for his visionary leadership in promoting the sports sector and for his non -repellent dedication to bring international competitions to our nation,” said Alfadl. “His efforts not only adjust to Saudi vision 2030, but also promote a lively sports culture that inspires future generations. We are delighted to witness the transformative impact that this will have on our community and the global sports landscape.”

Leila MasinaeiDirector of GM Events and WSAs, emphasized the strategic importance of the top:
“The launch of the World Stadiums and Arenas Summit is timely and critical. As Saudi Arabia is building world-class locations to meet his future samples, WSAs offers cooperation forum to exchange knowledge, to design innovation and forge partners. Arena industry. “

The top is Exclusive open to industry professionalsRun 8:00 am to 5:35 pm on April 29And 8:00 am to 2:30 pm on April 30.

Visit for full event details, speakers list and registration:Stadiumssummit.com