Surveying, contracting and surveying equipment in Saudi Arabia
EL EMAN is preparing to serve projects across the Kingdom, in Riyadh, Jeddah, the Eastern Province, Makkah, Madinah and beyond: land and topographic surveys, setting-out and levels, general contracting, and Total Station and GNSS sales and rental. We are taking requests now.
Cities we are targeting
Riyadh
Riyadh is the largest construction market in the Kingdom, from new residential plans in the north and east to commercial and infrastructure...
UTM 38N · DetailsJeddah
Jeddah is the Kingdom’s gateway on the Red Sea, with large residential, commercial and coastal projects alongside the redevelopment of exist...
UTM 37N · DetailsDammam, Khobar and the Eastern Province
The Eastern Province is the Kingdom’s centre of industry and energy, including Dammam, Khobar, Dhahran, Jubail and Al-Ahsa. We are preparing...
UTM 39N · DetailsMakkah
Makkah sees continuous development in housing, hotels, services and roads. We are preparing to serve its projects with precise surveying and...
UTM 37N · DetailsMadinah
Madinah is expanding in housing, services and hospitality, increasing the need for accurate surveys and contractors who follow specification...
UTM 37N · DetailsQassim (Buraydah and Unaizah)
Qassim is an active farming and urban region, combining large farms with residential plans in Buraydah, Unaizah and Ar Rass. We are preparin...
UTM 38N · DetailsAbha and Asir
Asir is a growing tourism and urban region, with highlands, a mild climate and projects in hospitality and housing. We are preparing to serv...
UTM 38N · DetailsTabuk and NEOM
The Kingdom’s north-west is seeing major projects in Tabuk, NEOM and the Red Sea coast, with strong demand for survey crews and precise inst...
UTM 36N / 37N · DetailsLooking for the best surveying office in Saudi Arabia?
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How we work in the Kingdom
- ScopeYou send the location and the work or instrument, and we agree the deliverables and coordinate reference.
- Official routeWe explain up front what needs official approval, such as a Balady survey decision, and what can be done directly.
- FieldworkSurvey crews with Total Station and GNSS, or contracting crews, depending on the project.
- DeliveryCAD drawings, point and quantity tables on KSA-GRF17 / UTM, or works handed over to specification.
EL EMAN is preparing to enter the Saudi market and is taking requests now. Work that needs a licence from the General Authority for Survey and Geospatial Information or a Balady survey decision goes through a classified or accredited engineering office in the Kingdom, and we arrange this clearly with you before starting.
Quick reference: UTM zones in the Kingdom
| Zone | Range and cities |
|---|---|
| 36N | West of 36°E: NEOM and the north-west coast |
| 37N | 36–42°E: Jeddah, Makkah, Madinah, Tabuk |
| 38N | 42–48°E: Riyadh, Qassim, Abha |
| 39N | 48–54°E: Dammam, Khobar, Jubail, Al-Ahsa |
The national reference frame is KSA-GRF17 on the GRS 1980 ellipsoid. Convert your coordinates free with our coordinate converter. Open the tool
FAQ
Is EL EMAN present in Saudi Arabia?
We are preparing to enter the Saudi market and are taking project requests now. Our current office is in Alexandria, and we agree the delivery approach for each project in the Kingdom clearly before starting.
Which coordinate reference frame is used in Saudi Arabia?
The Kingdom uses the KSA-GRF17 geodetic reference frame with UTM zones from 36N in the far west to 39N in the Eastern Province. We deliver all outputs on this reference.
How do I get a survey report for a building permit?
The survey report or decision is requested online through the Balady platform and handled by a surveying-classified or accredited engineering office. We explain the steps and arrange delivery through the official route.
Do you sell and rent surveying equipment in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. We supply Total Station, GNSS and level instruments and accessories for sale and rent, with adjustment and calibration. Contact us with the model and city to arrange delivery.
Do you work as a subcontractor on major projects?
Yes. We are preparing to provide survey crews and subcontract works to main contractors on major projects, to each project’s requirements.