Chinese modular tech helps build Saudi sustainable hotel

The Earth Hotel, developed in partnership with the design-forward and sustainability-focused Earth Hotels brand, will be a three-story, four-star boutique property encompassing 11,000 square meters, according to a news release from the company.

Set for completion in 2026, the hotel will be located in Riyadh's Al Maathar district, a central area close to major landmarks and the Diplomatic Quarter in the Saudi capital, offering 86 signature rooms, lofts and suites designed for both business and leisure travelers.

A subsidiary of China International Marine Containers Group, a Chinese leading transportation equipment manufacturer, CIMC MBS will provide a full spectrum of services including module design, offsite manufacturing, and on-site installation.

This modular technology is expected to shorten the construction time by over 50 percent compared to traditional methods, while reducing about 70 percent of on-site construction waste and cutting carbon emissions by 30 percent.

"We are proud to contribute our modular expertise to this landmark project in Riyadh," said Victor Zhu, managing director of CIMC MBS. "This not only supports Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 initiative, but also contributes Chinese wisdom to the green transformation of the global construction industry."

With more than 20 years of international project experience, CIMC MBS has delivered modular building solutions to schools, stadiums and hotels across over 20 countries and regions, including the United States, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Australia, Japan, Norway and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

By Cui Haipei in Dubai, UAE