Entrant: Hyder Consulting

Project owner: Mars

Project contractor: Saudi Amana Contracting

Engineering consultant: Hyder Consulting

Architect: Hyder Consulting

Description: The Mars manufacturing facility is a state-of-the-art development in King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) in Rabigh, Saudi Arabia. It produces confectionery for the local market and is exemplary in its compliance with food hygiene and environmental and health and safety standards. “This project is a shining example for Saudi Arabia’s construction industry,” says Khaled Jame, country manager for Saudi Arabia at Hyder Consulting. “The Mars factory has played a vital role in KAEC’s economic growth, creating jobs for many young Saudi nationals and setting an excellent precedent for manufacturing in the kingdom. It demonstrates outstanding technical merit and environmental efficiency.”