Inside Oxagon: How Saudi Arabia’s Floating Mega-Port Will Redefine Global Trade by 2030
New satellite images reveal rapid progress at Oxagon, Saudi Arabia’s revolutionary floating city and industrial hub reshaping global commerce.
| $8.4B planned investment in world’s largest green hydrogen plant |
| 90,000 residents targeted for Oxagon by 2030 |
| 12% of global trade passes near Oxagon via the Suez Canal |
| 1st fully automated, remote-controlled cranes in Saudi Arabia now operational |
Satellite images taken in April 2025 tell a breathtaking story—Saudi Arabia’s Oxagon, a visionary floating industrial city at the heart of NEOM, is rapidly transforming from blueprint to bustling mega-hub. Bulldozers, cranes, and workers sprawl across the world’s largest construction site as the kingdom races to open a new gateway to Asia, Africa, and Europe.
Set on the Red Sea’s glistening edge, Oxagon stands as a linchpin in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030—the nation’s bold plan to diversify beyond oil and ignite a high-tech economic revolution in the region. The floating city isn’t just a futuristic concept: it’s already attracting global attention, multi-billion dollar investments, and the most advanced technology on the planet.
Why Is Oxagon Making Headlines Around the World?
NEOM’s Oxagon wasn’t just designed as an industrial port—it’s meant to usher in a new era of smart cities, green energy, and seamless trade. Recent Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellite photos reveal structural leaps forward at the port, including new infrastructure and the arrival of Saudi Arabia’s first fleet of fully automated, remote-controlled cranes.
Oxagon’s location isn’t random. Anchored near the Suez Canal—gateway for 12% of the world’s shipping—it’s poised to become the beating heart of global commerce, rivaling historic trade cities for influence and innovation.
How Will Oxagon Change Life in Saudi Arabia?
Imagine a floating city powered entirely by renewables, blending nature, industry, and sustainable living. That’s Oxagon’s ambitious blueprint. Planners expect 90,000 people to call it home by 2030, each living and working in a city where green hydrogen will power factories, delivery drones patrol above, and digital jobs will outnumber old-world labor.
NEOM’s official site confirms that progress reports have been frequent in 2025, with a new CEO pushing to manage budget overruns and keep construction on track. Melissa Blake, the Port Director, shares online that the arrival of cutting-edge cargo machinery signals a major leap toward their ultimate shipping and manufacturing vision.
Q: What Makes Oxagon a “Floating” City?
Unlike any port before it, Oxagon sprawls over the Red Sea and will be partially constructed on platforms—future modules may even shift or expand as needed. Its design:
- Integrates residential, commercial, and industrial zones
- Relies on green hydrogen—thanks to an $8.4 billion facility by NEOM’s Green Hydrogen Company
- Features smart logistics hubs that automate and optimize every stage of global shipping
All these innovations align with global green goals and new UN climate initiatives.
Q: When Will Oxagon Be Ready—and What’s Next?
Oxagon’s port is already being equipped with high-tech cranes and logistics systems, with the port slated to become northwestern Saudi Arabia’s chief trade gateway by the latter half of the decade. Construction continues around the clock on the port village as engineers and construction workers prepare for the next wave of development.
The next big milestone: completion of the world’s largest green hydrogen plant, which will power both Oxagon and the transportation infrastructure connecting it to the star-shaped “Line” city and the futuristic Trojena ski resort, also under NEOM’s banner.
How to Benefit From the Oxagon Boom
International investors, tech companies, and logistics giants are already eyeing Oxagon. Here’s how to get involved:
- Track updates via official channels, such as NEOM and Reuters
- Look for partnership and job opportunities as Saudi Arabia expands recruitment
- Stay informed about green energy and shipping advancements, now rapidly converging at Oxagon
Ready to explore a new future in global trade and sustainability? Follow NEOM’s journey and position yourself at the forefront of innovation!
2025 Oxagon Checklist
- Monitor official NEOM updates for new opportunities
- Stay ahead of green energy trends
- Consider investment in smart ports and logistics
- Watch for global impacts as Oxagon opens to the world
