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opportunity to establish their industrial facilities, factories, and businesses in an environment designed to maximise the
advantages of industrial business clustering and ecosystems for their respective supply chains.

Likewise, the park’s unique plug-and-play concept allows the immediate commencement of operations and saves considerable
time and costs, evidenced through plots which include ready-to-use utilities such as power, water, and gas, easy access to
roads and highways, and completed licensing and permitting.

The one-stop-shop feature further enhances this by offering a comprehensive and optimal solution for a seamless transition
within the park.

Comment on how SPARK is well connected to ports, airports and key cities to ensure easy access to the city.

SPARK’s strategic location and connectivity, both by road and the future GCC Rail, positions our community at the heart of
the energy ecosystem. Working with Saudi Customs and international logistics service providers (LSP), SPARK is committed
to providing the most efficient customs handling and logistics solutions across the GCC.

Likewise, situated in the Eastern Province, a region known for its abundant oil and gas resources and high demand for energy
goods and services, SPARK Logistics is at the epicentre of the global energy market. With an inland terminal adjacent to the
future GCC railway, this leading industrial energy hub ensures even more efficient customs clearance and connectivity. In

addition, SPARK Logistics will offer other solutions such as warehousing and ready-built facilities to support the energy
sector needs. The strategic placement between the Western and Eastern markets, coupled with proximity to key transportation
routes at the heart of the global energy sector, underscores SPARK’s value in the energy industry.

Committed to accelerating the kingdom’s National Industrial Development and Logistics Program (NIDLP) and the national
logistics strategy, SPARK’s Logistics Zone is designed to propel the aspirations of Vision 2030 forward by enabling a global
reach and driving a seamless transition of goods and services within the supply chain, strengthening the efficient operations of
the kingdom’s logistics sector.

Is Aramco’s drilling and workover facility now operational?

As of November 2023, Aramco has initiated operations of its primary Drilling and Workover (D&WO) hub within SPARK.
The presence of Aramco in SPARK is set to serve as a crucial factor in localising the oil and gas value chain. The Aramco

facilities, which cover an area of 400,000 sq m, will accommodate over 1,000 employees and is predicted to significantly
support the activities of Aramco’s D&WO. Several D&WO contractors and service providers have already set up operations in
SPARK, and it is anticipated that more will follow, localising their facilities within this energy hub to enhance supply chain
efficiencies and streamline operations.

Provide details on the residential and commercial offerings. What is the current status of these projects?

Many commercial and residential developments are planned in SPARK. In collaboration with Affordable House Company, a
subsidiary of Abdullah Bin Saedan & Sons Real Estate Group, state-of-the-art residential complexes are being developed at

SPARK to host many residential segments.

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