Jacobs' Role in Neom Port Project Oxagon
Civil engineering firm Jacobs has expressed pride in contributing to the Neom port project Oxagon, despite controversies concerning human rights in the region.
Scope of Jacobs' Appointment
Jacobs was appointed to deliver technical and environmental advisory services to DataVolt as part of a broader $5 billion (£3.8 billion) contract focused on creating a sustainable, net-zero data center ecosystem.
DataVolt's AI Factory Campus in Oxagon
DataVolt is developing a new artificial intelligence (AI) factory campus within Oxagon, Neom's advanced industrial city.
Strategic Importance of Oxagon
- Oxagon is a major component of the wider Neom gigaproject, intended to become a cutting-edge manufacturing hub and port.
- Its northern access to the Suez Canal facilitates connections to the Mediterranean and Europe.
- Southern routes provide access to the Red Sea, enabling export opportunities to Africa and Asia.
Environmental and Design Goals of the Campus
Jacobs highlighted that the campus will operate solely on renewable energy, featuring advanced cooling technology and energy-efficient architectural design to lower its environmental impact.
“Designed to operate at net zero, the facility will help meet rising global demand for AI data processing while minimizing carbon emissions.”
Project Summary
The collaboration aims to build a sustainable, net-zero AI data ecosystem within a strategically positioned industrial hub supporting global connectivity and environmental responsibility.
Author’s summary: Jacobs is committed to sustainable development on the Neom Oxagon project, integrating renewable energy and advanced design to create a net-zero AI data center amidst complex regional challenges.
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