Jacobs Collaborates on Neom's Oxagon Port Project
Civil engineering firm Jacobs has expressed pride in contributing to the Neom port project, Oxagon, despite concerns over human rights issues associated with the region. The company was appointed to deliver technical and environmental advisory services to DataVolt as part of a broader $5bn (£3.8bn) initiative.
Project Overview and Environmental Commitment
DataVolt is developing an artificial intelligence (AI) factory campus within Oxagon, an advanced industrial city in Neom. Oxagon aims to become a major manufacturing hub and port with strategic access points:
- North: Suez Canal, Mediterranean Sea, and Europe
- South: Red Sea, facilitating export routes to Africa and Asia
The campus is designed to operate completely on renewable energy, featuring advanced cooling technologies and energy-efficient architecture to minimize environmental impact.
"Designed to operate at net zero, the facility will help meet rising global demand for AI data processing while minimizing carbon emissions."
Significance of the Oxagon Project
Oxagon is part of the larger Neom gigaproject and is intended to drive sustainable industrial growth in the region, emphasizing net-zero emissions and innovation.
Author's Summary
Jacobs supports the ambitious Neom Oxagon port project, focusing on sustainable AI infrastructure despite controversies, highlighting a commitment to net-zero industrial development.