Saudi Motorsport Company

Jeddah Corniche Circuit

Status

Completed

Location

Jeddah, KSA

Year

2021

Services Rendered

Paving & Asphalting

Civil & Infrastructure

MEP Works

6.1 km

Circuit length

8 months 

Delivery

544,000 m² 

Asphalt paving

18 substations

Power distribution

Built under extreme programme pressure, the Jeddah Corniche Circuit became the fastest street track on the F1 calendar. UNIMAC executed massive earthworks and structural works, installed performance asphalt to tight tolerances, and delivered wide‑ranging utility and electrical systems to support international motorsport operations.

Record-Breaking Project Delivery

UNIMAC managed the groundbreaking delivery of the Jeddah Corniche Circuit, the world’s fastest Formula 1 street circuit, turning design concepts into an operating Grand Prix venue within eight months. The circuit’s 6.1 km route hugs the Red Sea coastline, challenging engineers to reconcile global performance standards with environmental and logistical realities.

Technical & Environmental Leadership

Major earthworks, specialized geo-grid ground stabilization, advanced stormwater networks, and electrical systems were combined to achieve a durable, safe, and high-speed surface. Nearly half a million cubic meters of earth was excavated, and more than a million cubic meters of backfill was placed in record time. The build integrated 18 power substations and over 122 km of lighting and power cabling, ensuring seamless operation during day or night events.

UNIMAC worked closely with F1 officials and consultants to develop an in-house high-grip, custom asphalt mix designed specifically for Jeddah’s climate. The multi-phase project also included crash barriers, comprehensive fencing, and managed event overlay.

Lasting Impact

The Jeddah Corniche Circuit is a model in motorsport infrastructure, blending technical sophistication with spectacular event delivery and reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s central role in Formula 1’s Middle Eastern expansion.

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