Catrion Facility Expansion Project

The CATRION Facility Expansion Project – Riyadh Central Production Unit (CPU) is a strategically significant development located within King Khalid International Airport (KKIA), Riyadh, aimed at enhancing CATRION's inflight catering capabilities and reinforcing its position as a leading provider of integrated catering and hospitality services in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Supporting the company's long-term growth strategy, the project is designed to increase production capacity, improve operational efficiency, and integrate advanced technologies to meet the growing demand for both commercial and VVIP inflight catering services. The development aligns with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 by promoting innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth within the Kingdom's aviation and hospitality sectors.

The project is executed with a strong focus on engineering excellence, operational continuity, and sustainable construction practices. Through the implementation of advanced construction methodologies, comprehensive quality management systems, and meticulous project planning, every phase of the development is carefully coordinated to ensure uninterrupted airport operations while delivering a modern, efficient, and future-ready production facility. Upon completion, the expanded Central Production Unit will serve as a state-of-the-art inflight catering and logistics hub, strengthening CATRION's operational capabilities and supporting the continued growth of Saudi Arabia's aviation industry.

Scope of Work

• Expansion and modernization of the existing Central Production Unit (CPU).

• Renovation and optimization of production kitchens and food preparation areas.

• Construction and refurbishment of warewash, storage, and logistics facilities.

• Development of administrative offices and staff welfare facilities.

• Civil, structural, and architectural works.

• Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) installations.

• Installation of commercial kitchen equipment and specialist catering systems.

• Cold rooms, refrigeration, and food storage facilities.

• Automated warewash and tray handling systems.

• Waste management and environmental control systems.

• Ventilated ceiling systems and specialized kitchen ventilation.

• ICT, security, and fire protection systems.

• Energy-efficient building services and utility infrastructure.

• Testing, commissioning, and operational readiness of all systems.

• Quality assurance, construction management, and multidisciplinary project coordination throughout project delivery.