Saudi Red Sea Authority grants first beach operator license to Emaar

JEDDAH: The Saudi Red Sea Authority issued Saudi Arabia’s first beach operator license on Monday to Emaar, The Economic City, for Yam Beach in King Abdullah Economic City. The license was issued through the unified coastal tourism platform, in accordance with the Beach Operators’ Requirements and Conditions introduced by the authority in late 2025. The license sets out requirements for beach operators, providing clarity on licensing, operational standards, visitor safety and environmental protec