Changing the Future of Design & Construction
Changing the Future of Design & Construction
Merging digital end-to-end design with sustainable construction in a fourth industrial revolution to ensure NEOM is the standard by which the industry measures itself. A retooled economic model built on advanced technology, best-in-class efficiency, worker welfare and competency – in order to deliver livability and capital projects standards never before witnessed. Not just in NEOM, but in the global market beyond. This is a game-changing circular economy with digital prototyping, built in parallel with a fundamentally progressive society – at a scale and speed previously not thought possible. In short, a new ecosystem to help build smarter, more ethical and highly-profitable industries. Join our transformational movement, be the change.
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Leading the world in
Future-proof capital projects & infrastructure
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Leading the world in
Circular economy, internet of things & robotics
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Leading the world in
Cognitive cities, autonomous vehicles & digital twins
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Leading the world in
Worker welfare, training & livability for all
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Leading the world in
Low-carbon sustainable construction
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Leading the world in
Enabling industry investment, incubation & certification
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Leading the world in
Off-site modular construction & 3D printing
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Leading the world in
Human-centric design, rapid prototyping & transformational thinking
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60%
reducing carbon in built structures by up to 60%
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85million
tons of cement needed to build NEOM
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90%
prefabricated components – to cut waste
Our Goals & Objectives
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Implement the principles of a circular economy
The construction industry will be driven by the principles of the cradle-to-cradle economy, which aims to eliminate waste, recycle materials and mimic nature’s harmonic, sustainable cycle overall.
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Incorporate the latest developments in modern methods of construction (MMC)
Over one third of the projects in NEOM will be modular construction. After the initial start-up phase, NEOM’s annual request for this technology is expected to be in excess of $1 billion.
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Establish innovative labor rights and improve workers’ lives
Besides creating and implementing a groundbreaking legal framework that puts human rights first, NEOM will adopt technology that ensures that workers can automate time-consuming tasks seamlessly and improve standards of work.
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Develop state-of-the-art design and construction codes
NEOM will require unprecedented levels of off-site manufacturing within the construction sector. That’s why the legal and business operating frameworks will be designed accordingly, with efficiency, simple licensing procedures and transparent regulatory processes in mind.
Our People
NEOM Design and Construction is bringing together experts from around the world to create the blueprint for planning, designing, installing and operating the construction industry of tomorrow in a sustainable way.
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Zsolt Eotvos
Construction Equipment Technology Director
With 20+ years of global industry and financial services leadership experience at GE, Raiffeisen and Home Credit, Zsolt Eotvos is building a world-class construction technology ecosystem at NEOM. His focus includes a low-emission plant and equipment infrastructure, built on sustainable technologies.
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David Heron
Industrialized Design and Construction Director
David Heron is an engineer with 25+ years of experience in technology, building materials and modern construction methods. He has worked at Accenture, Holcim and run his own consultancy. At NEOM, he is responsible for state-of-the-art design, construction ecosystems and modern construction methods.
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AbuJahed Ahad
Worker Welfare & Livability Director
With 28 years of experience in the UK and Middle East – including leadership roles at Expo 2020, Tamkeen and Masdar – AbuJahed Ahad is an expert in worker welfare, auditing and risk management. At NEOM, he is responsible for elevating work and livability standards for every worker in the sector.
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Menno de Jonge
Digital Delivery Director
Menno de Jonge leads the digital transformation efforts across NEOM. Along with a passion for innovation and sustainability, he brings 30 years of construction and technology experience at companies including Royal BAM Group and Autodesk.
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Pepe Cantillana
Cementitious Supply Chain Director
Pepe Cantillana is an expert in business innovation and cement. Drawing from his 15+ years of C-level experience at Holcim Group and his own consulting company, at NEOM he is responsible for reimagining the supply and usage of cement – and cementitious materials – to reduce the carbon footprint.
