Sustainability
Sustainability &
local content
Commitment to strengthen the local construction industry
Sustainability Commitments & Local Content
At Astra Construction, sustainability and local content are central to our operations. We are committed to supporting Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 by fostering local talent, enhancing local content, and promoting sustainable practices. Our initiatives are designed to strengthen the Kingdom’s construction industry while adhering to local laws and regulations, including:
Saudi Labor Laws
Compliance with Saudization (Nitaqat) to increase employment of Saudi nationals..
LCGPA Regulations
Prioritizing local suppliers, contractors, and workforce development.
Environmental Regulations
Aligning with the Saudi Green Initiative and National Environmental Compliance Program.
Social Responsibility
Supporting community development in line with the Kingdom’s frameworks.
Key Initiatives
Partnership with the Saudi Council of Engineers
o Creating job opportunities and training programs for Saudi engineers.
o Supporting Saudization and human capital development, in compliance with Saudi Labor Laws and Vision 2030’s Human Capability Development Program.
Saudi Contracting Pioneers Initiative
o Partnering with Tarmeem to improve renovation projects and support local startups.
o Empowering local businesses and driving innovation in maintenance and rehabilitation, in alignment with LCGPA policies and SME Support Programs.
Local Content & Government Procurement Authority (LCGPA)
o Increasing the Saudi workforce percentage within Astra Construction and its affiliates.
o Enhancing service quality by developing local suppliers and contractors.
o Utilizing national initiatives to localize jobs and build local capabilities through training programs.
These initiatives collectively strengthen the local construction industry, foster partnerships, and ensure compliance with Saudi Arabia’s local content regulations and national development goals
