Populous unveiled its design for the Aramco Stadium in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia, commissioned by the Saudi state oil company Aramco. The stadium, with a seating capacity of 47,000, is set to host matches during the 2027 AFC Asian Cup and is anticipated to be a venue for the 2034 FIFA Men’s World Cup. For concerts, the stadium can accommodate up to 55,000 attendees.
The Aramco Stadium is one of at least three venues designed by Populous for Saudi Arabia’s 2034 World Cup bid, which recently detailed 15 potential stadiums, 11 of which are yet to be built. In addition to Aramco Stadium, Populous is designing the 92,000-seat King Salman International Stadium in Riyadh, slated to host the tournament’s opening match and final, and the innovative Prince Mohammed bin Salman Stadium in Qiddiya.
Populous has been involved in the Aramco Stadium project from the conceptual phase and will continue to oversee its development through to completion, including the surrounding master-planned district. The design aims for LEED Gold certification and includes a cooling system for both players and spectators in the seating and concourse areas.
Jump Studios, a subsidiary of Populous, is responsible for the interior and hospitality spaces, including the general admission, hospitality, VIP, and VVIP areas. Additionally, Populous Consulting, the firm’s strategic consulting arm, has developed a long-term business plan to ensure the stadium’s continued success and relevance beyond the 2034 FIFA World Cup in Saudi Arabia.
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