Riyadh, February 2025 – In a move that reinforces its leading role in the digital transformation of cities, Balady participated in the LEAP 2025 conference under the umbrella of NHC INNOVATION, where it had a pioneering presence in the field of digital solutions and innovations. It showcased numerous digital products such as maps and Balady Lens, in addition to the digital twin as a national enabler for smart cities. During the conference, Balady signed a series of strategic partnerships aimed at developing smart infrastructure, improving the use of geospatial data and enabling innovative digital solutions.
The partnerships included a memorandum of cooperation with the General Authority for Survey and Geospatial Information, the Royal Commission for Mecca City and Holy Sites, and the General Water Authority, with the aim of employing modern technologies to improve asset and facility management, develop smart solutions that enhance resource efficiency and promote sustainability.
Balady also signed memorandums of cooperation with leading technology companies, including "Zain Saudi Arabia," which specializes in communication solutions, to develop a digital infrastructure based on the latest technologies and the Internet of Things (IoT), contributing to improved monitoring of public facilities and enhancing the efficiency of municipal services through smart solutions based on real-time data. Additionally, Balady signed a memorandum of cooperation with "SCAI", one of the Public Investment Fund companies, to apply artificial intelligence technologies in geospatial data analysis, improve urban planning processes, provide advanced solutions to predict traffic congestion, and manage natural crises effectively. Furthermore, Balady signed a memorandum of cooperation with "Ard Group" to develop 3D digital models of cities, allowing government entities and investors to explore development opportunities, analyze urban patterns, support sustainable expansion plans, and improve quality of life.
Balady affirmed that these partnerships represent a significant step towards building sustainable smart cities, where digital solutions contribute to improving urban planning, supporting data-based decision-making, and achieving Vision 2030 in developing smarter and more innovative urban environments.
It is worth mentioning that during the conference, Balady was the primary enabler of interactive maps through the "Indoor Navigation" feature, confirming the superiority of Balady maps over other applications, as they covered more than 50 locations within the conference halls, spaces, and wings. This contributed to enhancing visitor experiences and providing an easy and convenient user journey. The Balady application can be downloaded to benefit from its multiple features through the link: https://balady.go.link/iAqeE
The partnerships included a memorandum of cooperation with the General Authority for Survey and Geospatial Information, the Royal Commission for Mecca City and Holy Sites, and the General Water Authority, with the aim of employing modern technologies to improve asset and facility management, develop smart solutions that enhance resource efficiency and promote sustainability.
Balady also signed memorandums of cooperation with leading technology companies, including "Zain Saudi Arabia," which specializes in communication solutions, to develop a digital infrastructure based on the latest technologies and the Internet of Things (IoT), contributing to improved monitoring of public facilities and enhancing the efficiency of municipal services through smart solutions based on real-time data. Additionally, Balady signed a memorandum of cooperation with "SCAI", one of the Public Investment Fund companies, to apply artificial intelligence technologies in geospatial data analysis, improve urban planning processes, provide advanced solutions to predict traffic congestion, and manage natural crises effectively. Furthermore, Balady signed a memorandum of cooperation with "Ard Group" to develop 3D digital models of cities, allowing government entities and investors to explore development opportunities, analyze urban patterns, support sustainable expansion plans, and improve quality of life.
Balady affirmed that these partnerships represent a significant step towards building sustainable smart cities, where digital solutions contribute to improving urban planning, supporting data-based decision-making, and achieving Vision 2030 in developing smarter and more innovative urban environments.
It is worth mentioning that during the conference, Balady was the primary enabler of interactive maps through the "Indoor Navigation" feature, confirming the superiority of Balady maps over other applications, as they covered more than 50 locations within the conference halls, spaces, and wings. This contributed to enhancing visitor experiences and providing an easy and convenient user journey. The Balady application can be downloaded to benefit from its multiple features through the link: https://balady.go.link/iAqeE
