Scientific Forum for Hajj and Umrah Research: Integrates Knowledge, Innovation to Advance Services
Makkah, September 2, 2026, SPA -- The 26th Scientific Forum for Hajj, Umrah and Visit Research, organized by Umm Al-Qura University, serves as a scientific platform bringing together researchers, experts, decision-makers, and service providers to discuss the latest research, studies, and innovative proposals, exchange expertise, and review local and international best practices. These efforts contribute to the development of the Hajj, Umrah, and visit ecosystem and to enhancing services provided to pilgrims and visitors.
As part of strategic efforts to advance the Hajj, Umrah and visit ecosystem, the event will be held on September 2 and 3, 2026. It will focus on excellence and integration across the Hajj and Umrah services ecosystem, featuring specialized scientific sessions, workshops, scientific posters, an accompanying exhibition, and innovation tracks.
Among its key objectives are underscoring the importance of scientific research and encouraging researchers to contribute to the development of services for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims and visitors. It also seeks to enhance integration across the Hajj and Umrah services ecosystem and align these efforts with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
A key focus is strengthening institutional integration among entities involved in the Hajj and Umrah ecosystem to unify efforts, improve coordination, and build effective partnerships. The event also seeks to enhance service quality by adopting international best practices and implementing modern operating models and technologies.
Discussions will also address business continuity and emergency planning, including operational resilience and emergency management within the Hajj and Umrah ecosystem. They will cover risk assessment models, response and recovery plans, institutional preparedness, and leadership coordination during crises to ensure the continuity of critical services.
The 26th Scientific Forum for Hajj, Umrah and Visit Research continues to serve as a scientific platform bringing together experts, researchers, and decision-makers to develop the Hajj and Umrah ecosystem and strengthen integration across its services. These efforts aim to enrich the experience of pilgrims and visitors through high-quality services that enable them to perform their rituals with ease and peace of mind, in line with Saudi Vision 2030.