The Saudi Geological Survey (SGS) has launched a new package of specialized geological data, marking a significant step in supporting the growth of the Kingdom’s mining sector.
The initiative aims to strengthen the sector’s contribution to the national economy and aligns with the broader objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 to diversify economic resources and drive sustainable development.
SGS spokesperson Tariq Aba Al-Khail explained that the new release includes the publication of 37 additional airborne geophysical maps, which have been added to the National Geological Database, bringing the total number of published maps to 201, representing 79 percent of the overall national airborne geophysical survey program.
Al-Khail said that the new data packages expand the availability of magnetic geophysical analysis data, including GeoTiff Raster and Grid data layers.
Additionally, there are major updates to the surface geochemical survey data of wadi sediments, with the inclusion of single-element distribution maps and statistical analyses of chemical elements covering 40 percent of the approved survey grids.
Al-Khail further noted that the release reflects the SGS’s commitment to environmental protection and sustainable, responsible utilization of the Kingdom’s natural resources. The data are more than just maps—they are keys to mineral wealth and a roadmap toward high-quality investments that contribute to building a diversified economic future.
SGS is moving ahead with its effort to advance the development of the ‘National Geological Database’ platform, which serves as a scientific and investment reference accessible to investors, academic institutions, and interested parties, enhancing opportunities for discovery and the expansion of mining investments in the Kingdom.
