Parsons secures King Salman Park PMO services contract
RIYADH, 1 days ago
Parsons Corporation announced today (April 24) that it has secured a major contract from the King Salman Park Foundation for its key project King Salman Park.
Under this 25-month contract, Parsons will provide project management office (PMO) services to King Salman Park,s one of the world's most unique urban transformation projects, featuring 11.6 sq km of green space and over 10 sq km of built-up area.
The Park includes cultural landmarks such as the Royal Arts Complex and a vibrant 7.2 km pedestrian walkway known as The Loop, among many other assets. All these elements are designed to support Saudi Vision 2030’s “Quality of Life” Program.
With over 65 years of regional presence, Parsons offers extensive expertise in urban development, smart mobility, asset management, design, sustainability, and landscape architecture within the Kingdom.
Parsons said its responsibilities encompass supporting the delivery strategy of the King Salman Park programme, as well as overseeing and reporting on the design, procurement, construction, and implementation of smart city initiatives.
"King Salman Park is an exceptional project that seamlessly integrates destination and sustainable urban development. Parsons is honored to contribute to this landmark initiative that is transforming Riyadh’s urban landscape and establishing a legacy," remarked Pierre Santoni, the President of
Infrastructure (EMEA) at Parsons.
"Our team will utilise Parsons’ 80 years of global expertise, along with our local experience in designing and managing complex urban projects in the Kingdom, to help deliver this world-class mixed-use development project that will enhance the lives of both residents and visitors," he added.
King Salman Park Foundation CEO George Tanasijevich said: "Sustainability is at the heart of King Salman Park's vision. Located on the former Riyadh Air Base, the Park will transform the area with the planting of 1 million trees and plants."
"This initiative will significantly enhance the region's vegetation cover, increase per capita green space, and boost biodiversity, supporting local wildlife. Our plans include strategically placing trees along roadsides and near buildings to absorb CO2, increase humidity, and mitigate the heat island effect," he added.-TradeArabia News Service
