Sprintex Locks in Exclusive Saudi Deal and Submits $5M+ Airport Tender
Sprintex secures exclusive Saudi Arabia distribution deal, submits AU$5m+ airport tender
Sprintex Limited (ASX: SIX) has signed an exclusive distribution agreement with Washnah Trading Co. LLC covering the entire Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for its G-Series, GA and GR high-speed Jet Blowers. Alongside the distribution deal, Washnah has submitted a tender for the wastewater treatment works at King Salman International Airport, representing a supply-only opportunity in excess of AU$5 million using exclusively Sprintex technology.
The announcement positions Sprintex to access one of the largest infrastructure investment markets globally under Saudi Vision 2030. The performance-based distribution agreement includes minimum secured order commitments of US$500,000 (A$701,000) per annum following regulatory approvals, with an initial term running to 31 March 2029 and an option for a further two-year extension subject to milestone achievement.
The King Salman International Airport tender, submitted on 31 March 2026, incorporates approximately 30 Sprintex units ranging from 11 kW to 675 kW across the full wastewater treatment facility. Tender award is anticipated during the second half of calendar year 2026.
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What are high-speed turbo blowers and why do wastewater plants need them?
Turbo blowers pump air into wastewater treatment tanks to support biological processes that break down waste. Bacteria in the tanks require continuous oxygen supply to metabolise organic matter, and blowers deliver that air.
Traditional blowers are energy-intensive, operating continuously in municipal wastewater facilities. High-efficiency oil-free technology reduces operating costs in these continuous-duty applications. Energy efficiency is a critical procurement criterion for Saudi government contracts, given the scale of planned wastewater treatment expansion under the National Water Strategy.
Saudi Arabia’s infrastructure program prioritises technologies that reduce energy consumption across water, wastewater treatment, and desalination projects. Sprintex’s Jet Blower technology is designed for these large-scale municipal applications, positioning the company to compete in a market targeting multiple hundred-billion-dollar-plus infrastructure investments.
King Salman International Airport tender breakdown
King Salman International Airport is a flagship Saudi Vision 2030 project, expected to open in 2030 covering 57 km². The wastewater treatment tender covers the full range of process stages:
- Grease/grit removal tanks
- Aeration tanks
- Membrane bioreactor tanks
- Sludge holding tanks
- Equalisation tanks
Sprintex technology has been specified as exclusive within the tender. The comprehensive package includes:
- Acoustic enclosures
- Control panels with variable frequency drives and program logic controllers
- IoT monitoring
- Commissioning support by Sprintex engineers
The tender incorporates approximately 30 blower units with a power range from 11 kW to 675 kW, representing a supply-only value in excess of AU$5 million. If awarded during H2 CY2026, this single contract would represent a transformational order for Sprintex and serve as a reference project for future Saudi infrastructure tenders.
Distribution agreement terms and performance milestones
The agreement grants Washnah sole and exclusive distribution rights across Saudi Arabia for Sprintex’s G-Series, GA and GR Jet Blowers. Exclusivity is performance-based, with Washnah required to achieve minimum secured orders of US$500,000 (A$701,000) per 12-month period following regulatory approvals, with excess orders carried forward.
The regulatory pathway includes vendor registration with the National Water Company (NWC) and product approvals via the SABER platform, part of the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organisation system. Approvals are required for both G15 and GA/GR series blowers.
| Agreement Detail | Specification |
|---|---|
| Territory | Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (exclusive) |
| Products | G-Series, GA, GR Jet Blowers |
| Minimum Annual Orders | US$500k (A$701k) post-approvals |
| Initial Term | To 31 March 2029 |
| Extension Option | Two years (subject to milestones) |
The performance-based structure aligns Washnah’s incentives with Sprintex revenue growth. Minimum order commitments provide baseline revenue visibility from FY27 onwards once approvals are secured, with potential for significant upside from infrastructure project wins.
Saudi Vision 2030 creates long-term pipeline
Saudi Arabia is executing one of the most ambitious water and infrastructure programmes globally under Saudi Vision 2030, targeting multiple hundred-billion-dollar-plus investments in water, wastewater treatment, desalination and related infrastructure. The National Water Strategy prioritises significantly expanding wastewater treatment capacity and increasing treated water reuse rates.
Energy efficiency is a critical driver in continuous-duty municipal applications, positioning Sprintex’s high-efficiency, oil-free Jet Blower technology as a compelling solution for large-scale Saudi projects. Washnah has established relationships with key government authorities including the National Water Company and Saudi Water Authority, providing a competitive advantage in tender processes.
The distribution agreement positions Sprintex to access a pipeline of projects extending well beyond the current King Salman International Airport tender. Saudi Arabia’s infrastructure expansion timeline spans the next decade, creating recurring opportunity for wastewater treatment equipment suppliers with approved technology and established distribution partnerships.
Joint action plan for market entry
The joint action plan to establish Sprintex in the Saudi market includes:
- NWC vendor registration
- Product approvals with key Saudi government departments (G15 and GA/GR series via SABER platform)
- Technical and sales training programmes
Completing these milestones unlocks the minimum order commitment structure and positions Sprintex for broader market access across Saudi Arabia’s water infrastructure projects. NWC vendor registration is a prerequisite for participation in government wastewater treatment tenders.
Management perspective
Managing Director & CEO Jay Upton provided context on the strategic significance of the Saudi market entry:
Jay Upton, Managing Director & CEO
“This exclusive distribution agreement with Washnah, combined with the submission of a major tender for the iconic King Salman International Airport wastewater treatment facility, represents a significant milestone in our international expansion. The scale of the tender — approximately 30 high-power turbo blowers up to 675 kW across the full wastewater treatment works — provides powerful early validation of both our technology platform and the strength of the partnership. Saudi Vision 2030’s ambitious infrastructure program creates a compelling long-term opportunity for Sprintex’s energy-efficient blower solutions.”
The King Salman International Airport tender demonstrates Washnah’s ability to secure specification of Sprintex technology in major government infrastructure projects. Technology specification as exclusive within the tender reduces competitive pressure on pricing and positions Sprintex as the preferred supplier for this application.
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What to watch next
Near-term catalysts for Sprintex’s Saudi market entry include:
- Completion of NWC vendor registration and SABER product approvals
- King Salman International Airport tender award decision (expected H2 CY2026)
- First orders under the minimum commitment structure post-approvals
Tender award in H2 CY2026 represents the next material de-risking event for the Saudi market entry strategy. A successful award would validate Sprintex’s technology platform in a flagship infrastructure project and establish a reference case for future Saudi wastewater treatment tenders.
The minimum order commitment structure of US$500,000 (A$701,000) per annum provides baseline revenue visibility once regulatory approvals are secured, expected to contribute from FY27 onwards. The exclusive distribution model positions Sprintex to capture market share across Saudi Arabia’s expanding wastewater treatment infrastructure without direct competition from other turbo blower suppliers within the territory.
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