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Top Government Initiatives in Manufacturing

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Saudi Arabia

  •  January 19, 2025

Vale has signed a land reservation agreement with Saudi Arabia’s Royal Commission of Jubail and Yanbu to est ..Read More

Vale has signed a land reservation agreement with Saudi Arabia’s Royal Commission of Jubail and Yanbu to establish a Mega Hub at Ras Al-Khair Industrial City for green-steel production. The hub, developed in two phases, will produce up to 12 million tons of cold-briquetted iron ore (CBI) annually, supporting net-zero steelmaking. Part of Vale’s broader strategy, the project aligns with Saudi Vision 2030, leveraging the Kingdom’s resources and strategic location to drive industrial growth and sustainability.
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Saudi Arabia

  •  January 14, 2025

NMDC Energy PJSC has inaugurated a state-of-the-art fabrication yard in Ras Al Khair, Saudi Arabia, marking a ..Read More

NMDC Energy PJSC has inaugurated a state-of-the-art fabrication yard in Ras Al Khair, Saudi Arabia, marking a key step in its regional and global expansion. The yard, which has a production capacity of 40,000 tonnes per year, is equipped with advanced automation and digitalization features. It will support offshore facilities fabrication and onshore modularization. With an investment of AED 200 million, the yard is designed to enhance efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability, contributing to Saudi Arabia's economic growth and supporting its industrial priorities.
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Saudi Arabia

  •  January 13, 2025

SAMSUNG E&A has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Aramco to establish a manufacturing hub in Sau ..Read More

SAMSUNG E&A has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Aramco to establish a manufacturing hub in Saudi Arabia, aiming to expand automation technologies and boost production capacity. The MoU was signed at the iktva Forum & Exhibition 2025, where SAMSUNG E&A also showcased its advanced digital solutions and highlighted its commitment to innovation with strategies like Integrate AHEAD and AWP for enhanced EPC execution.
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Saudi Arabia

  •  January 13, 2025

Siemens Energy has expanded its plant in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, increasing its area by 35% to 20,000 square met ..Read More

Siemens Energy has expanded its plant in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, increasing its area by 35% to 20,000 square meters. The expansion will support the localization of energy sector industries, including gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) and HL-Class gas turbines. Notably, the 9000HL-Class turbines will be used in the Taiba-2 and Qassim-2 CCGT projects, marking the first time these turbines will be assembled outside of Siemens' Berlin factory. This follows a $1.5 billion contract awarded in June 2024 for these projects.
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Saudi Arabia

  •  December 25, 2024

East Pipes Integrated Company for Industry has secured contracts worth SAR 57 million from Saudi Real Estate I ..Read More

East Pipes Integrated Company for Industry has secured contracts worth SAR 57 million from Saudi Real Estate Infrastructure Company (Binyah) and Al Rashid Trading and Contracting Company. The contracts, set to last seven months, involve manufacturing and supplying steel pipes with coating applications. The financial impact will be reflected in the first and second quarters of the 2025/2026 financial year.
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Bahrain

  •  December 24, 2024

Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) has partnered with Comvision (India) to enhance its inventory management through an R ..Read More

Aluminium Bahrain (Alba) has partnered with Comvision (India) to enhance its inventory management through an RFID-based system. The collaboration includes the development of ‘Albavision,’ a tracking software for real-time inventory monitoring, which will be marketed and licensed by Comvision. This partnership aims to streamline Alba’s operations, reduce costs, and provide valuable supply chain insights.
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UAE

  •  December 23, 2024

McDermott has opened a state-of-the-art welding and technology center in Dubai’s Jebel Ali Freezone, coverin ..Read More

McDermott has opened a state-of-the-art welding and technology center in Dubai’s Jebel Ali Freezone, covering over 4,100 sqm. The facility will centralize McDermott’s pipeline development and qualification expertise, focusing on welding, coating, non-destructive testing, and simulation for global pipeline projects. It aims to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve performance predictability, supporting McDermott's leadership in subsea pipeline fabrication and installation.
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Saudi Arabia

  •  December 21, 2024

PVH Middle East has expanded its manufacturing headquarters in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, covering over 100,000 m² ..Read More

PVH Middle East has expanded its manufacturing headquarters in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, covering over 100,000 m². The facility, which creates over 400 jobs with 40% local Saudi talent, will produce 12GW of solar technology. With a 35% local content score, PVH emphasizes its commitment to sustainability and the region’s economy, reinforcing its position as a leading manufacturer of solar tracking solutions.
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