Speaking to reporters after signing an agreement with SABIC to establish the “Hall of Life,” Prince Sultan said the oasis project would be completed within 20 months. SABIC has contributed SR50 million to establish the hall.

The agreement was signed by Prince Saud bin Abdullah bin Thunayan, chairman of the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu and chairman of SABIC, and Prince Sultan, chairman of the executive board of Prince Salman Science Oasis.

Prince Saud lauded Prince Sultan for his confidence in SABIC and the selection of the company as a strategic supporter of the Oasis project.

“The partnership between SABIC and the Oasis to establish and support the Hall of Life is a true example of integration between national institutions in the support of knowledge development and scientific innovation to stimulate creative work,” he said.

The SABIC chairman pointed out that the "Culture of Innovation" concept, which is the approach of the company toward all its business operations in the Kingdom and around the world, is also one of the main pillars of the Oasis.

“SABIC's support to establish the Hall of Life comes within the framework of highlighting the growing role of the company in the field of chemistry,” Prince Saud said.

It also reflects the company's pioneering applied research in basic industries to improve all areas of life, as well as its social responsibility in encouraging scientific culture and raising technological awareness in the community.

The Oasis aims to build the potential of society, stimulate innovation and creativity, and educate through entertainment. It will introduce the latest scientific and technical advancement in various areas and the role of Muslim scholars in scientific development, and to serve as a bridge linking Islamic scientific heritage with modern industries.

The Oasis will contribute toward encouraging young people to discover the world and choose their future career as well as highlighting the importance of science in nation building. It will also seek ways to exploit the earth's resources to achieve optimum growth and prosperity for the future of mankind.

The Oasis project is located on 200,000 square meters of land, northwest of King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) in Riyadh. The Higher Commission for the Development of Riyadh oversees the design and building.

The Oasis includes a reception dome, a 3D digital display dome, an administrative building with a main lobby and entrance hall, along with seven specialized scientific rooms for basic knowledge in the earth sciences, space, water, life, technology and energy. Year-round activities and science-based entertainment will be provided to all age groups in the community.