Abdullah Al-Othaim Investment Company continues to implement the works of the 'Othaim Train - Al-Ahsa' project, an integrated multi-use destination it is developing in strategic partnership with Saudi Railways (SAR), with investments totaling 286 million riyals, as part of its commitment to developing destinations that enrich the details of daily life, enhance quality of life, and contribute to supporting economic and tourism growth, in line with the targets of Saudi Vision 2030.

The project is witnessing rapid progress in implementation works, as the completion rate of the shopping center has reached 76%, an indicator reflecting the project's transition to an advanced stage of development, and continued work according to the highest quality and efficiency standards, in preparation for offering a qualitative destination that adds new value to Al-Ahsa Governorate.

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The 'Othaim Train - Al-Ahsa' project extends over an area exceeding 85,000 square meters, and is being developed as an integrated destination combining shopping, hospitality, and services within a comprehensive experience that meets the needs of residents, visitors, and travelers, benefiting from its strategic location adjacent to the Saudi Railways station, enhancing the project’s status as a new urban gateway in the governorate. The project embodies a model of partnership between Abdullah Al-Othaim Investment Company and Saudi Railways (SAR), aiming to maximize the benefit from strategic locations linked to national infrastructure, transforming them into integrated destinations that contribute to stimulating economic activity, enhancing investment attractiveness, and supporting sustainable urban development. Upon completion, the project will include a shopping center with a leasable area of 24,500 square meters, along with a hotel comprising 120 rooms, 13 hotel apartments, and 881 parking spaces, offering an integrated experience combining shopping, hospitality, and services in one destination. The project has been designed to be more than just a shopping center, as it will provide an integrated experience combining shopping, accommodation, and daily services in a modern and interconnected environment, enhancing quality of life, offering a new destination for residents and visitors of Al-Ahsa, and enriching the commercial and tourism landscape in the governorate.

Al-Ahsa is considered one of the most prominent heritage and tourism destinations in the Kingdom, thanks to its cultural heritage, natural assets, and strategic location, in addition to its continuous economic growth and expansion in the tourism, retail, and hospitality sectors, which strengthens its position as an attractive destination for qualitative investments.

Mr. Abdulmalik bin Abdullah Al-Othaim, Vice Chairman of the Board and CEO of Abdullah Al-Othaim Investment Company, said: "The 'Othaim Train - Al-Ahsa' project embodies our vision of developing integrated destinations that respond to the needs of cities and communities, and achieve sustainable economic and social value. We are proud of our partnership with Saudi Railways (SAR), which represents a successful model of integration in developing qualitative projects that invest in strategic locations, enhance quality of life, and contribute to achieving the targets of Saudi Vision 2030."

He added: "The progress witnessed in the project reflects our commitment to implementing projects according to the highest quality and operational efficiency standards. We look forward to offering a destination that combines shopping, hospitality, and services, enriching the experience of residents and visitors, and contributing to cementing Al-Ahsa's position as a leading commercial, tourism, and investment destination."

The project is scheduled to open in two phases, the first starting with the opening of the shopping center, followed by the second phase with the opening of the hotel. Upon completion, the project is expected to attract local and international brands, enhance the hospitality sector, create direct and indirect job opportunities, support small and medium enterprises, as well as contribute to stimulating the local economy and cementing Al-Ahsa's position as a destination for investment and tourism.

The 'Othaim Train - Al-Ahsa' project comes within the portfolio of projects developed by Abdullah Al-Othaim Investment Company in various regions of the Kingdom, through which it continues to develop integrated destinations that bring people together, stimulate local economies, and create sustainable value for individuals and communities, in line with its mission to enrich the details of daily life and support the targets of Saudi Vision 2030.​​​​