Haramain railway expands fleet to move more pilgrims
The Haramain High-Speed Railway is expanding its fleet with 20 new Talgo trains due by 2028-2031, adding capacity for the millions of pilgrims travelling between Makkah, Madinah and Jeddah.
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Two Holy Mosques open AI innovation contest with September deadline
The General Presidency for the Two Holy Mosques and the MiSK Foundation have opened a sixth innovation contest inviting AI and technology ideas to improve pilgrim services, with a September 16 deadline.
Saudi Arabia opens Hajj 2027 planning talks with over 75 countries
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has begun early preparatory meetings with Hajj affairs offices from more than 75 countries ahead of the 2027 season.
Saudi Arabia warns firms of SR100,000 fines over unreported overstayers
Saudi Arabia's Public Security has reiterated that Hajj and Umrah firms face fines of up to SR100,000 for failing to promptly report pilgrims who overstay their authorised period, with penalties rising per unreported case.
Saudi Hajjathon draws 405 innovators to improve pilgrim services
Saudi Arabia's Hajjathon has attracted 405 applicants developing AI, health and technology solutions to improve services for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims, held within the 26th Scientific Forum for Hajj, Umrah and Visit Research.
Jeddah's main airport handles 28.5 million passengers by July
King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah, the main air gateway for pilgrims, served about 28.55 million passengers in the first seven months of 2026, officials said during a performance review.
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Pilgrims caught up in Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia
Pilgrims caught up in Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia Reuters