SMART BUILT ENVIRONMENT FORUM SBEF RIYADH 2026
The KSA’s Leading Conference & Industry Platform for the Built Environment Sector
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November 29, 2026
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Theme 2026
Building for Legacy: Operational Excellence, Tech Integration, and Asset Value in KSA’s Next Era
Saudi Arabia’s built environment is entering a new phase. As Vision 2030 accelerates, the focus is shifting from construction to operational excellence, asset performance, and long-term value creation. Backed by a $1.3 trillion+ real estate and infrastructure pipeline—including NEOM, Red Sea Global, Qiddiya, ROSHN, and Diriyah—the Kingdom is prioritising smarter operations, sustainable asset management, and future-ready communities.
At the same time, Riyadh’s emergence as a global business destination, driven by the Regional Headquarters (RHQ) programme, Expo 2030, and the 2034 FIFA World Cup, is creating unprecedented demand for world-class facilities, commercial developments, and integrated asset management. As the FM market continues to grow, organisations must embrace digital transformation, operational efficiency, sustainability, and workforce development to maximise long-term asset value.
SBEF KSA 2026 brings together developers, asset owners, engineering leaders, facilities management professionals, and technology innovators to explore the strategies shaping the Kingdom’s next era. Through insightful discussions and real-world case studies, the forum will examine how operational excellence, smart technologies, and collaborative leadership are redefining Saudi Arabia’s built environment.
What's New In 2026
A Bigger Platform. A Broader Audience. Greater Opportunities.
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Expanded two-day conference programme
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Broader industry participation
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Enhanced networking opportunities
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Future-focused agenda addressing industry priorities
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Larger showcase of products and solutions
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More buyers, asset owners, and decision-makers
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New discussions on digital transformation, AI, sustainability, smart communities, and future-ready infrastructure
Who Should Attend
Connecting the Entire Built Environment Ecosystem
SBEF Dubai brings together industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers shaping the future of smart, sustainable, and resilient cities.
Real Estate Developers
Facilities Management Companies
Property & Asset Managers
Consultants & Advisors
Architects & Designers
Design and Landscaping Firms
Contractors & Engineering Firms
Technology & PropTech Providers
Sustainability Experts
Fire and Life Safety
Government Entities
Who Should Attend
Connecting the Entire Built Environment Ecosystem
SBEF Dubai brings together industry leaders, innovators, and decision-makers shaping the future of smart, sustainable, and resilient cities.
Real Estate Developers
Facilities Management Companies
Property & Asset Managers
Consultants & Advisors
Architects & Designers
Design and Landscaping Firms
Contractors & Engineering Firms
Technology & PropTech Providers
Sustainability Experts
Fire and Life Safety
Government Entities
T&C* Entry is free of cost for all members of the built environment industry (refer to the above-mentioned organisations), except PropTech companies that are not sponsors. Confirmation of registrations is at the sole discretion of the organiser, Media Fusion.
DAY 1
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8:45 am - 9:45 am
Keynote
The Resilience Imperative: Why Connection is the Foundation of Everything
9:45 am – 9:50 am
Panel 1
From Silos to Systems: Building Connections Across Sectors
9:50 am – 10:00 am
Panel 2
Navigating Volatility: Long-Term Decision Making in an Uncertain World
Tarek Alassil [MODERATOR]
Executive Director, IFM
Dana Awad
Chief Commercial Officer, ICT ReD
Faris Al Khattab
Managing Director, Object1 Abu Dhabi
10:00 am – 10:45 am
Fireside Chat
Leading the Connected Organisation: A Conversation on Integration, Culture,
10:45 am – 11:30 am
Panel 3
Measuring What Matters: Redefining Value Across the Built Environment
11:30 am – 11:45 am
Panel 4
The Owner-Operator Advantage: Why Vertical Integration Is Reshaping Built Environment Performance
1:40 pm - 2:30 pm
Closing Remarks
DAY2
TIME
TOPICS
8:45 am - 9:45 am
Panel 5
The Asset Manager’s Dilemma: Balancing Investor Returns, Occupant Experience, and Long-Term Value
9:45 am – 9:50 am
Panel 6
Lifecycle Thinking in a Short-Term Market: How Owners and Operators Plan, Invest, and Decide for the Long Term
9:50 am – 10:00 am
Panel 7
Building Smarter: Construction Technology and the Resilient Asset
Tarek Alassil [MODERATOR]
Executive Director, IFM
Dana Awad
Chief Commercial Officer, ICT ReD
Faris Al Khattab
Managing Director, Object1 Abu Dhabi
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