Mannai Wins Major MEP and Technology Contract for Riyadh Giga-Project

The two-year agreement with China Harbour Engineering Company will see Mannai Information Technology KSA deliver building services and technology systems for a major development in Riyadh.

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Mannai Corporation has secured a major contract through its Saudi subsidiary, Mannai Information Technology KSA (Mannai IT KSA), to deliver mechanical, electrical, public health services and technology works for a landmark development forming part of one of Riyadh's flagship giga-projects. Awarded by China Harbour Engineering Company (CHEC), an international engineering and construction company, the contract will run for two years under a fast-tracked program.

The development forms part of Saudi Arabia's wider urban transformation under Vision 2030, contributing to the Kingdom's plans for destinations that bring together culture, commerce and contemporary urban living. While the project has not been publicly identified and its contract value has not been disclosed, Mannai's scope covers the building services and technology infrastructure intended to make the destination smart, connected and future-ready.

Mannai will bring MEP and technology works under a single delivery arrangement, with responsibilities extending from design coordination through testing, commissioning and handover. The integrated model is intended to reduce interface risks between different workstreams and improve program certainty, an important consideration given the project's two-year delivery schedule.

Mannai Builds on Its Technology and Saudi Experience

Mannai brings experience from delivering mission-critical technology systems for FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 venues and related infrastructure. That work involved complex technical requirements, fixed deadlines and demanding international standards, experience the company expects to draw on for the Riyadh development.

“We are honoured to be entrusted by China Harbour Engineering Company with this iconic development, one of the most significant destinations taking shape in Riyadh today. This award reflects the confidence our partners place in Mannai's ability to deliver complex, integrated MEP and technology programmes at pace. We bring the same discipline and technology leadership that we demonstrated on FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, and we are proud to contribute to the Kingdom's transformation under Vision 2030.” said Lakshimi Narayanan, General Manager of Mannai Information Technology KSA

Headquartered in Riyadh, Mannai IT KSA operates across six business domains: Connected Buildings & Cities; Digital Transformation & Intelligent Platforms; Applications, AI & Cybersecurity; Cloud Transformation & Digital Workspace; Enterprise & Hyperscale Infrastructure; and EPC & Technology Contracting. The new contract brings several of these capabilities together within a single development.

Mannai has also been expanding its network among Saudi government entities, giga-project developers and enterprise customers. At LEAP 2026, the company reported strong engagement with these groups and highlighted more than 120 memoranda of understanding signed with leading global technology original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and strategic consultants. The agreements support its efforts to build relationships with technology providers and project partners across the Kingdom.

“We are pleased to welcome Mannai as our MEP and technology systems partner for this landmark development in Riyadh. The successful delivery of a project of this scale requires strong collaboration, technical expertise and a shared commitment to quality, safety and programme objectives. We look forward to working closely with Mannai and all project stakeholders to deliver integrated, high-quality solutions that contribute to the successful completion of the development and support Riyadh’s continued growth.” said Liu Xuanyuan, CHEC's Project Director

The contract adds to Mannai IT KSA's expanding operations in Saudi Arabia and gives the Riyadh-based subsidiary responsibility for a broad range of engineering and technology works. Over the next two years, the company will work alongside CHEC and other project stakeholders to coordinate the installation, testing and commissioning of the systems required for the development.

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