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A 170km linear city, car-free and powered by 100% renewable energy, is being built in the Saudi desert as part of a visionary £400bn megaproject. Meet ‘The Line’ and the innovations that promise to transform the future of construction.
An innovative city is being built in the heart of the desert: Neom, Saudi Arabia’s ambitious project that promises to completely transform the way we live and work. With a staggering £400 billion investment, Neom is not just a city, but an urban ecosystem that redefines the boundaries of innovation and sustainability.
Have you heard of a city that will change the course of the global economy? Neom, located in Tabuk province, is Saudi Arabia’s answer to a world seeking alternatives to oil. The goal? To make the country a hub for tourism, technology and innovation. This project is more than just a building; it’s a vision for a more sustainable and connected future.
What is “The Line”?
According to Express, at the heart of Neom is “The Line,” a linear city that, as its name suggests, defies the traditional format of cities. Stretching an impressive 170 kilometers, it will be a narrow strip just 200 meters wide, but with buildings rising 500 meters. It will be entirely surrounded by a mirrored exterior, reflecting the desert landscape and surrounding mountains.
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The most impressive thing? There will be no cars! That’s right. No traffic jams, pollution or honking. Everything will be accessible on foot or via a high-speed train system. It’s like the Jetsons designed a city for the 21st century!
Featured construction regions
In addition to “The Line,” Neom will be home to other equally impressive regions:
- Trojena: A mountain tourist destination that promises to mix artificial snow with stunning views.
- Oxagon: A floating industrial complex that will be a milestone in logistics and maritime trade.
- Reserva Natural, Magna and The Islands: Each of these areas will have its own identity, combining sustainability and innovation.
Speaking at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Dennis Hickey, Chief Development Officer at Neom, revealed that work on “The Line” is progressing rapidly. A dedicated plant is producing 20.000 cubic metres of concrete per day to ensure the vision takes shape. By 2030, the first phase will be completed, providing housing for 300.000 people.
A green and smart city
What makes Neom's construction really special is your commitment with sustainability. The city will be powered entirely by renewable energy, combining solar, wind and green hydrogen. Residents will have access to all essential services within a five-minute walk, a simple idea that promises to transform daily life.
Global impacts and vision for 2030
Neom is not just a city; it is a solution. As Prince Mohammed bin Salman has rightly pointed out, it is on the front lines of addressing the housing and environmental crises facing the world. Are we witnessing the birth of a model that other nations will follow?
Looking ahead to 2030, it is clear that building Neom is not just about the future of Saudi Arabia, but about the future of the planet. A car-free city, powered by clean energy and designed to be a sustainable haven, could be the answer the world has been waiting for.
So, what do you think? Are you ready to live in the future? Because with Neom, it’s closer than ever.
