Elsewedy Electric’s subsidiary leads expansion of SAL project at Riyadh airport
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Cairo – Mubasher: Rowad Modern Engineering, a subsiaidry of the Egyptian company Elsewedy Electric, has commenced the development and expansion project for the facilities of Saudi Logistics Services Company (SAL) at King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh.
The unit serves as the general contractor to manage, execute, and deliver the project across all phases in accordance with the highest technical and engineering standards, according to a press release.
The project forms part of ongoing efforts to enhance cargo and logistics capabilities, while including comprehensive rehabilitation and upgrading of existing infrastructure, alongside the construction of new supporting facilities and services.
Rowad is delivering the project through an approach that ensures flexible readiness to meet both current and future operational requirements while considering the sensitivities of working within an active airport environment.
Meanwhile, the scope of work emphasizes improving operational performance, modernizing architectural and engineering systems, and elevating efficiency and sustainability. In addition, the implementation strategy is aligned with sustainability principles and aims to achieve LEED Gold certification.
The CEO of Rowad Modern Engineering, Mohamed Mahlab, said: "The SAL facility project at King Khalid International Airport represents a significant addition to the Kingdom’s logistics infrastructure ecosystem.”
Mahlab added: “Through this project, Rowad provides reliable logistics solutions implemented in accordance with global LEED standards, supporting the Kingdom’s ongoing strategic transformation. It also reinforces national efforts to advance sustainability priorities and promote comprehensive development in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030."
The SAL project underscores the expanding presence of Elsewedy Electric’s subsidiary in the Saudi market, particularly in the air transport and logistics services sectors.
It further strengthens the company’s role as a strategic execution partner for advanced operational infrastructure projects that support Saudi Arabia’s ambition to become a global logistics hub connecting Asia, Africa, and Europe.
Mohamed Fawzi, General Manager of Rowad’s branch in Saudi Arabia, said: "Executing projects within operational facilities requires precise management built on proactive planning, continuous coordination, and dividing work into clearly defined phases that ensure uninterrupted operations.”
Fawzi noted: “We are committed to enhancing the efficiency of buildings, systems, and services while implementing strict monitoring procedures to ensure compliance with specifications and safety requirements, and to deliver the project according to the approved plan."
In Saudi Arabia, Rowad is also executing projects such as the Red Sea Museum, the Ministry of Culture headquarter in Diriyah, as well as Al Ha’ir projects in Riyadh.
Earlier in March 2026, the subsidiary Elsewedy Electric for Transmission and Distribution announced the completion and handover of Saad Solar Power Plant in Riyadh.
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