- The newly licensed quarry will enhance stone procurement and logistics for large-scale developments, reducing transportation costs and supporting local employment.
- Locally sourced Riyadh Yellow Limestone supports the localization of key construction materials in the Kingdom.
Dubai, UAE – 17 February 2026:
Versatile International, the Middle East’s first fully integrated specialist stone project management consultancy, has advised on the licensing and development of the largest Riyadh Yellow Limestone quarry in Saudi Arabia, working in collaboration with a key client and locally established partners.
Located outside Riyadh, the quarry has been licensed by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources and is positioned to supply significant volumes of Riyadh Yellow Limestone for major regional developments. The quarry will ensure a reliable, local supply of the traditional building material, helping reduce procurement risk, shorten transportation distances, lower costs, and improve delivery timelines across multiple project phases.
The quarry will exclusively supply Riyadh Yellow Limestone, a material deeply rooted in the Kingdom’s architectural heritage and valued for its authenticity, aesthetic character, and long-term durability. The stone is suitable for a wide range of applications, including foundational plinths, curbs, gutters, façade cladding, and paving across assets such as public spaces, heritage centres, luxury hotels, museums, libraries, and residential developments.
Marco Fahd, Group Chairman and CEO of Versatile International, said:
“This milestone represents a major advancement for the Kingdom’s construction industry. We are proud to have advised on the quarry’s certification and governance, establishing a new benchmark for excellence in the sector. Our specialist expertise across stone resource assessment, licensing, extraction planning, processing design, and logistics integration ensures strong operational controls, predictable material performance, and long-term efficiency. We commend our partners for pioneering this model, which strengthens supply-chain resilience and promotes safer, more sustainable quarry operations.”
Versatile International provided specialist technical expertise throughout the licensing process, applying geological and materials science insights, production engineering, quality assurance, and regulatory advisory to ensure full compliance with Ministry requirements, as well as alignment with international quality, safety, and performance standards.
The opening of the quarry marks a significant step in strengthening local supply chains, supporting the delivery of natural stone for destination-scale developments, creating local employment opportunities, and enhancing operational efficiency within Saudi Arabia’s construction sector.
The project also highlights the importance of early-stage specialist consultancy, enabling developers to make informed material decisions, reduce risk across the value chain, and ensure reliable outcomes for large and complex construction projects.
