Unveiled a mere two years ago by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, Sindalah—a lavish island initiative—now stands as the inaugural project to commence within the ambitious Neom landscape.
This monumental endeavor harnessed the expertise of four primary contractors alongside approximately 60 subcontracting firms, employing a workforce that swelled to 30,000 at its pinnacle of activity.
Nestled five kilometers off Neom’s coast in northwest Saudi Arabia, Sindalah is envisioned as Neom’s exclusive maritime portal to the Red Sea, offering passage for yachts owned by patrons from Europe, Saudi Arabia, and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
Envisioned by the renowned yachting architecture firm Luca Dini, Sindalah aspires to host 2,400 visitors daily by 2028, with an array of restaurants, opulent hotels, and sophisticated venues. The island boasts a total of 440 elegantly appointed rooms, 88 private villas, and 218 serviced apartments, poised to be available for reservations in the near future.
Anchoring the island’s allure is an 86-berth marina, with the Sindalah Yacht Club—a haven of refined interiors crafted by Stefano Ricci—serving as a magnetic gathering point for yachting aficionados, owners, and their distinguished crews. Sindalah also offers a 5,920-meter, par-70 golf course, adding a verdant expanse for recreation.
Nadhmi Al-Nasr, Chief Executive Officer of Neom, remarked, “The unveiling of Sindalah heralds Saudi Arabia’s new era in luxury tourism, a vision brought to life by His Royal Highness Mohammed bin Salman under the auspices of Saudi Vision 2030. This landmark symbolizes Neom’s commitment to redefining high-end travel.”
Al-Nasr further emphasized that this opening is a proud milestone in Neom’s saga, paving the way for an ambitious portfolio of destinations. He underscored the significance of Sindalah as a glimpse into the visionary future that Neom seeks to materialize with steadfast royal patronage.
Among the prominent contractors involved, Nesma & Partners garnered multiple pivotal contracts, from constructing the verdant golf course to establishing essential public safety infrastructures. Simultaneously, BEC Arabia Contracting has been entrusted with the construction of the island’s 22-room Four Seasons Resort.
Neom’s expansive vision extends beyond Sindalah, encompassing The Line—a groundbreaking 170-kilometer-long linear metropolis—Trojena, an alpine sports haven, and Magna’s coastal retreats. The industrial powerhouse of Oxagon also stands as a testament to the bold ambitions of this transformative project.
