IPFA Middle East
Next Steps for the Power, Waste, and Social Infrastructure sectors in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Join us for a focused industry event exploring the future of Saudi Arabia’s Power, Waste, and Social Infrastructure sectors. As the Kingdom accelerates its Vision 2030 goals, this gathering offers a platform to discuss upcoming opportunities, challenges, and strategies driving progress. There will be 3 panels of expert speakers who will lead a dynamic discussion on policy shifts, investment trends, and project delivery models in all 3 sectors.
Whether you're active in energy, environmental services, or social infrastructure, this is a key opportunity to gain insights, exchange ideas, and connect with leaders shaping the next phase of development.
Speaker Line Up
- Iwan Walters, Partner, Stephenson Harwood
- Jonathan Cripps, Head of Energy Transition, Stephenson Harwood
- Kirsti Massie, Partner, Stephenson Harwood
- Thomas McKay, Partner, Synergy Consulting
Additional speakers to be confirmed.
Event Details
9:00am - Registration and networking
9:30am - Welcome address
9:45am – Session 1: Developer Priorities Reimagined: Turbine Availability, Reservation Fees, Plant Selection & Ancillary Supply Chain Gaps
11:00am – Coffee break
11:15am – Session 2: The Evolving Waste Market in the Kingdom
12:00pm – Session 3: Delivering Social Infrastructure in Saudi Arabia: Private Sector Perspectives
12:45pm – Closing remarks
12:50pm – Lunch
Format: In-person briefing; 3 panel discussions & Q&A followed by a lunch networking reception.
Address:
Radisson Blu Hotel Riyadh Sahafa
SEDRA Ballroom
Al Sahafa District, Street 16
Riyadh 13315, KSA
Panel Details
Panel 1: Developer Priorities Reimagined: Turbine Availability, Reservation Fees, Plant Selection & Ancillary Supply Chain Gaps
Join us for an essential panel session, “Developer Priorities Reimagined: Turbine Availability, Reservation Fees, Plant Selection & Ancillary Supply Chain Gaps." This panel session brings together leading local and international power developers, and key Saudi procurement bodies as well as perspectives from legal and consultancy experts. The session will delve into the evolving priorities of developers, examining how turbine availability, reservation fee structures, plant selection strategies, and supply chain challenges are impacting today’s market. Expert panelists will share insights on navigating regulatory shifts, optimising investment decisions, and overcoming operational hurdles unique to the Kingdom.
Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the latest policy changes, investment trends, and project delivery models shaping the sector. This is a unique opportunity to engage directly with industry leaders, exchange ideas, and build connections that will drive the next phase of infrastructure development in the Kingdom.
Panel 2: The Evolving Waste Market in the Kingdom
Discover the future of waste energy in the Kingdom at our panel session, “The Evolving Waste Energy Market in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.” The waste sector is emerging as a critical area for sustainable development and investment in the Kingdom as it looks to achieve its objectives in diversifying its energy supply. This 45-minute session brings together leading experts to explore the opportunities and challenges shaping waste projects in the Kingdom. This panel will examine how global best practices in waste project structuring can be adapted for the market in the Kingdom. Key topics include the push and pull factors driving waste project development, strategies for ensuring bankability and commercial viability, and the structuring of payment mechanisms. The discussion will also address crucial issues such as waste supply security, offtake arrangements, and the role of sovereign guarantees in attracting investment. Attendees will gain practical insights into sector requirements, stakeholder roles, and risk mitigation strategies essential for successful project delivery. Whether you are a developer, investor, policymaker, or technical advisor, this session offers valuable perspectives on navigating the evolving waste landscape in the Kingdom and unlocking new opportunities for growth.
Panel 3: Delivering Social Infrastructure in Saudi Arabia: Private Sector Perspectives
Explore the next frontier of the Kingdom's transformation at our session, “Delivering Social Infrastructure in Saudi Arabia: Private Sector Perspectives.” With a project pipeline valued at over US$1 trillion, the Kingdom is rapidly advancing in healthcare, education, housing, transport, and sustainable communities—driven by Vision 2030 and major global events like World Expo 2030 and the FIFA World Cup 2034. This 45-minute panel is set to bring together leading voices from consulting, development, infrastructure funding, and public-private partnership authorities. The discussion will focus on how the private sector is engaging with social infrastructure projects, especially where offtake and payment mechanisms are not backed by sovereign guarantees. Panellists will share real-world insights from recent transactions, highlight what makes a social infrastructure project bankable, and discuss the unique challenges and opportunities in sectors such as healthcare, education, and transport. Key topics include procurement models, risk allocation, the evolving role of the Kingdom's National Infrastructure Fund (INFRA), and innovative financing strategies. Attendees will gain practical perspectives on structuring deals, managing uncertainty, and scaling successful models across the Kingdom.