Mace Consult to bring global programme and procurement expertise to Expo 2030 Riyadh

Mace Consult has been appointed as Procurement Advisory Consultant for Expo 2030 Riyadh, supporting the delivery of one of the world's largest and most ambitious global events.

Under the appointment, Mace will provide procurement services to Expo 2030 Riyadh, supporting the effective management and delivery of procurement activities across the programme and helping to achieve its wider objectives.

The company will draw on its global expertise and best practice to provide Expo 2030 Riyadh with access to a comprehensive network of procurement professionals, market intelligence, subject matter expertise and digital capabilities that support efficient and effective delivery. 

Mace has extensive experience delivering impactful programmes and major events globally, including World Expos. The company has a strong understanding of the unique requirements of global events, from complex procurement and stakeholder management to operational readiness and legacy planning.

Taking place from 1 October 2030 to 31 March 2031, Expo 2030 Riyadh is expected to attract more than 42 million visits and bring together 197 Official Participants across a site spanning six million square metres, making it one of the largest World Expos ever. Held under the theme ‘Foresight for Tomorrow’, the event will provide a global platform for collaboration and innovation, aligned with the ambitions of Saudi Vision 2030.

Christopher McMahon, Country Director for Saudi Arabia at Mace Consult, said:

"Major events of this scale require more than strong procurement processes, they require an integrated understanding of how procurement supports successful programme delivery. By combining our procurement expertise with decades of experience delivering major programmes and global events, we look forward to helping Expo 2030 Riyadh develop the commercial foundations needed for a successful World Expo that delivers lasting value for Saudi Arabia and its people."

Mace has a long-standing presence in Saudi Arabia, with experience supporting the delivery of some of the Kingdom’s most ambitious and impactful programmes, including Diriyah, Qiddiya and King Salman International Airport.

The delivery consultancy provides programme and project management, PMO and planning, cost and commercial management, responsible business, advisory services, and digital solutions to clients, combining international best practice with local expertise to support transformative projects aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.