CoMotion’s Post

It has been a difficult year for the construction of Saudi Arabia’s breathtaking futuristic city, NEOM, which aims to embrace electric air taxis. The western mainstream media has chosen this extraordinary project to be its punch bag, eeking out both criticism and controversy in equal measure. The onslaught began in April when it was reported by U.S media outlets like bloomberg.com that the now infamous LINE project, a USD1.5 trillion planned glass-walled metropolis to stretch for 105 miles across the Saudi desert and to be completed by 2030, was being severely shortened to just 1.5 miles or a reduction in length of 98.6 percent. Presumably, the suggestion: Either the Saudis were running out of money or the scheme was so fantastical the ruling sheikhs — finally — had seen common sense. https://lnkd.in/e9KKNxX5 #NEOMCity #SaudiConstruction #FutureCities #SustainableArchitecture #InnovationInUrbanPlanning #NEOMProject #SmartCityInitiative

If you have never heard of The Line - check this out.

Why License Urban.MASS technology? Here what some major Clients think: “Our mobility research partner conducted Due Diligence on Urban.MASS and concluded that Urban.MASS technology presents an economical and easy-to-develop mobility platform when compared to other road / rail based systems". The agility of our #DuoRail and #Floc technology allows for cost effective and carbon crunching knock-on benefits like our stations, we call them Micro Floc Stops or Smart Stops, take a look below. The small size of each of our Floc Pods means Floc non-linear, modular and scalable stations occupy an extremely reduced footprint. This avoids large construction times, disruption and the need to find huge real-estate to accommodate them. Oh and they vary from a Totem all the way up to Floc Hubs. More on those next! Get in touch if you are interested to find out more here ⤵ https://lnkd.in/e5rtAM5a #seamlessjourney #smartcities #sustainablemobility #dfma #technology #licensing #constructioninnovation #industrialinnovation #masstransit #tram #monorail #supplychain #innovation NEOM #airports #realestate #transport GCRE Global Centre Of Rail Excellence #fundraising #venturecapital #investing

What unlimited funds can achieve with blinkers off intelligence 😳

A Sci-Fi Megacity Rising in the Saudi Desert (with a Pinch of Reality) Neom isn't just another development project; it's a vision of the future taking shape in the sands of Saudi Arabia. Imagine a 26,500 square kilometer canvas splashed with ultra-modern cities, luxurious resorts, and kilometregravity-defying architecture, all powered by cutting-edge technology and renewable energy. That's Neom in a nutshell. Here's what makes Neom mind-blowing: 💲 A $500 Billion Brainchild: Backed by a sovereign wealth fund with half a trillion dollars, Neom is no small feat. Think Dubai on steroids, infused with a heavy dose of sci-fi. ➖ The Line: A City That Stretches for 170 km: Forget sprawl, Neom's flagship project, The Line, is a vertical city snaking its way through the desert. Picture mirrored skyscrapers piercing the sky, connected by a high-speed transportation system, and housing everything from homes and schools to parks and businesses. ⬢ Oxagon: A Floating Port City: If The Line is defying gravity, Oxagon is redefining the coastline. This hexagon-shaped floating metropolis will be a hub for maritime trade and industry, with its own ecosystem and even vertical farms. Sustainability at its Core: Neom boasts ambitious plans to be a carbon-neutral paradise. Renewable energy will be king, and the development aims to preserve 95% of the surrounding natural landscape. But Neom isn't without its shadows. Concerns have been raised about human rights, with reports of forced evictions and Bedouin displacement. The project's sustainability claims have also been questioned, given the immense energy and resource requirements. Is Neom a utopian dream or a dystopian nightmare? Only time will tell. But one thing's for sure: this audacious project is pushing the boundaries of what's possible and sparking conversations about the future of cities, technology, and our relationship with the planet. So, keep your eyes peeled on Neom. It might just be the glimpse we need into the world of tomorrow. #neomcity #saudiarab #ksa #construction #saudi #desert #theline

More expensive than Neom City is the EU's Trans-European Transport Network. The large-scale infrastructure upgrade estimated to cost $600 billion includes the building of railway lines, roads, shipping routes and related structures in EU member countries to improve long-distance transport. #PimlicoPartners #megaprojecs #NEOM #TransEuropeanTransportNetwork

NEOM: Saudi Arabia's $370 Billion Vision for a Futuristic City in the Desert Saudi Arabia is tackling an ambitious project: NEOM, a planned megacity spanning over 10,000 square miles and aiming to become a futuristic hub for innovation and sustainable living. With a staggering $370 billion budget, NEOM's vision includes: A 105-mile-long linear city: Imagine a city stretching further than the eye can see! Extensive green landscapes: Billions of trees are planned to transform the desert terrain. Cutting-edge transportation: Look out for levitating trains and other innovative solutions. This project has the potential to be as impactful as the pyramids, but in the realm of modern technology and sustainability. Credits: Marc Vidal #SaudiArabia #Megacity #FuturisticCity #Sustainability

The article "Neom: Saudi Arabia's Answer to Global Technological Challenges" explores the ambitious futuristic city of Neom, a central project in Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 aimed at diversifying the economy beyond oil dependence. Located in the northwest of Saudi Arabia, Neom is designed to be a high-tech, eco-friendly megacity featuring innovative concepts like Zero Gravity Urbanism, renewable energy, and AI integration. The city is divided into ten regions with distinct projects, including floating ports, luxury resorts, and advanced transportation systems. However, the article also highlights significant challenges, such as the project's enormous cost, technological feasibility, potential environmental impacts, and concerns over 24-hour surveillance. Despite its grand vision, the article concludes that Neom may face substantial hurdles, with critics questioning its practicality and scale. Read more at... https://lnkd.in/dgQf-Xc5 #SaudiInnovation #Vision2030 #TechInSaudi #SaudiDigitalTransformation #KSAInnovation #TechChallenges #SaudiStartup #SaudiTechHub #TechInTheGulf #SaudiArabia2030 #MiddleEastTech #KSATechGrowth #DigitalKSA #SaudiDigitalEconomy #SaudiTechRevolution #SaudiTechFuture #TechForSaudi #SaudiAI

Imagine a bustling city rising from the waters of the Red Sea, its unique octagonal shape dominating the skyline. This is Oxagon, the centerpiece of Saudi Arabia's ambitious Neom project.   Saudi Arabia has long been dependent on its oil reserves, but in recent years, the country has set its sights on diversifying its economy. This ambition is encapsulated in Vision 2030, a comprehensive plan aimed at reducing the nation's reliance on oil and embracing renewable energy. As part of this vision, Saudi Arabia unveiled the Neom project, a futuristic city spanning 26,500 square kilometers in the northeastern region of the country. Within Neom, Oxagon takes center stage as a transformative port and logistics hub.   Oxagon's design is nothing short of extraordinary. This floating city will have an octagonal shape, featuring sections on land and a significant portion extending into the Red Sea. The offshore segment alone is expected to become the largest floating structure in the world, creating a picturesque environment with a range of facilities, including a cruise terminal and an oceanographic research center.   While the Neom project has been hailed as an ambitious and groundbreaking endeavor, it has not been without its share of controversies. Critics have raised concerns about the project's sustainability and human rights implications. One of the controversial elements of the Neom development is "The Line," a 170-kilometer-long city designed by US studio Morphosis. This mirror-clad skyscraper city aims to accommodate nine million people, but its sustainability and human rights impacts have come under scrutiny, such as the displacement of the Huwaitat tribe in connection with Neom. The project's critics argue that the rapid development and construction have led to the forced relocation of indigenous communities, raising questions about the social impact of the project.   With its innovative design and strategic location, Oxagon aims to drive economic growth, while the controversies surrounding the Neom project highlight the challenges of balancing progress with social and environmental responsibility. As the construction of Oxagon continues, Saudi Arabia faces the task of navigating these complexities and shaping the future of this ambitious endeavor. Karan Karayi   #NeomProject #Vision2030 #OxagonCity #SaudiArabia #RedSea #Innovation #Sustainability #UrbanDevelopment #RenewableEnergy #Controversy #HumanRights #SocialImpact #EconomicGrowth #FloatingCity #FutureCities