Construction of the JEC Tower in Saudi Arabia is ongoing; it has already reached 430 meters in height and 107 floors, making it one of the tallest buildings in the world. Once completed in 2028, the building is expected to surpass all existing skyscrapers in height.
Leading contractors have been invited to submit updated bids for the key project management contract for the Dorra gas field, despite the ongoing dispute with Iran. The results of the tender are expected later this year.
This selection features the most extraordinary architectural projects of 2025—from a skyscraper in an Alpine village to gigantic sculptures and futuristic resorts that impress with their scale and creativity.
Construction of the JEC Tower has resumed in Saudi Arabia. This future skyscraper is set to become the tallest in the world, surpassing one kilometer in height. The project is expected to be completed in August 2028.
In caves in northern Saudi Arabia, uniquely well-preserved cheetah mummies have been discovered, allowing scientists to learn more about their extinct populations and the history of the region. Genetic analysis revealed that thousands of years ago, various subspecies of these predators lived here.