Industrial License in
Saudi Arabia
Industrial Sector in Saudi Arabia at a Glance
- Authority: Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources (MIMR)
- Key Focus Areas: Steel, food processing, polymers, chemicals, and advanced manufacturing
- Export Ambition: Targeting industrial exports worth $149 billion by 2030
- Factory Expansion: Goal to reach 36,000 factories by 2035, up from 10,640 today
Significance
The Significance of the
Industrial Sector in Saudi Arabia
Driving Economic Diversification
The industrial sector plays a central role in reducing reliance on oil revenues. By building a strong manufacturing base, Saudi Arabia creates new revenue streams and generates employment opportunities across multiple industries.
National Industrial Development & Logistics Program (NIDLP)
NIDLP positions Saudi Arabia as a global industrial and logistics hub. By leveraging mining and energy resources, maximizing local content, and embracing Industry 4.0 technologies, the program fosters sustainable growth and attracts international investors.
Industrial Cities in Saudi Arabia
The Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (MODON) oversees 36 industrial cities housing more than 3,500 factories, with new developments underway. MODON offers incentives, infrastructure, and services to attract investments from GCC, Arab, and international markets.