Industry

The Austrian company MCI Mining Construction International (MCI) and Saudi Arabia-based EPC contractor Within Construction for General Contracting Company have entered a strategic partnership. This collaboration aims to deliver advanced solutions to Saudi Arabia's growing mining and construction industries. MCI, a global leader in mining and material handling machinery, believes this partnership will significantly impact the Saudi market. By merging...

A new tire manufacturing facility in Yanbu is set to create over 2,000 jobs, thanks to a USD 470 million investment. Saudi Arabia's Black Arrow Tire Co. (Blatco) and Thailand's Golden Star Rubber Co. have teamed up to build the Middle East's largest tire plant. Golden Star Rubber will supply natural rubber to the facility, which is supported by the...

Opulence Capital is taking a significant step forward by establishing Saudi Arabia's first Co-Polymer 2A manufacturing facility. This venture, in collaboration with a multinational coalition, aims to elevate the Kingdom's status in high-performance polymers, aligning with Vision 2030's economic and healthcare objectives. The facility, a first of its kind in Saudi Arabia, is developed with international expertise, including a notable...

Opulence Capital is set to launch Saudi Arabia's first Co-Polymer 2A manufacturing facility, in partnership with a multinational coalition and strategic regional partners. This initiative aligns with Vision 2030, aiming to enhance the Kingdom's role in high-performance polymers and boost its economic and healthcare sectors. This groundbreaking project, a collaboration with industry leaders including a prominent German engineering firm, will...

Blatco and Golden Star Rubber Unite for Major Tire Plant in Saudi Arabia Saudi Arabia's Black Arrow Tire Co. (Blatco) is joining forces with Thailand's Golden Star Rubber Co. to establish the largest tire manufacturing plant in the Middle East, located in Yanbu. This venture involves a significant $470 million investment. Initially, the facility will produce 4 million tires annually...

Riyadh will host the International Dates Conference and Exhibition at the Riyadh Front Exhibition and Conference Center from November 19 to 28, themed "World of Dates." This event aims to reinforce Saudi Arabia's leadership in the global dates market, focusing on production and export, as reported by the Saudi Press Agency. Organized by the National Center for Palms and Dates,...

The Saudi Arabian market for 3D printing devices, services, and supplies is expanding rapidly, driven by advancements in additive manufacturing technology. This technology facilitates the creation of complex and customized components efficiently, supporting Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 economic diversification goals. By embracing innovative technologies like 3D printing, sectors such as aerospace, healthcare, automotive, and construction are enhancing their manufacturing capabilities....

Saudi Arabia has reported a major increase in potato production, with a 47% rise in 2023, reaching a self-sufficiency level of 86%. The country produced over 621,750 tons of potatoes, a significant jump from 423,770 tons in 2021. This achievement was made possible by cultivating more than 17,000 hectares of land with potatoes in 2023, compared to 15,890 hectares in...

Almarai, a leading dairy and food company in the Middle East, has chosen Swiss packaging systems group SIG as a key partner for its five-year expansion strategy. This decision aims to bolster Almarai's market leadership and drive sustainable innovation. Building on a successful two-decade partnership, Almarai and SIG have introduced numerous product innovations and advanced packaging solutions in the region....

Saudi Arabia's ambitious $500-billion NEOM project has selected Delugan Meissl Associated Architects (DMAA), Gensler, and Mott MacDonald to lead the initial phase of The Line, focusing on planning, design, and engineering. DMAA, an Austrian firm, will spearhead urban design, working with experts in microclimate, ecology, mobility, and sustainability to develop The Line's concept and detailed plans. Saudi Arabia is investing...