Industrial Transformation Saudi Arabia 2025 Exhibition Launched By Minister Bandar AlKhorayef To Showcase Global Innovations

The Industrial Transformation Saudi Arabia 2025 exhibition was inaugurated by Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar AlKhorayef. This event, held from December 1 to 3 at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Center, is organized in collaboration with Deutsche Messe and Riyadh Exhibitions Company Ltd. It gathers global leaders in industrial transformation along with major companies, investors, entrepreneurs, experts, and innovators.

AlKhorayef emphasized that hosting this event for the first time through a strategic partnership with Hannover Messe highlights Saudi Arabia's growing influence in the global industrial sector. He stated that this exhibition strengthens international confidence in the Kingdom's industrial and technological capabilities. The event serves as a platform connecting Saudi manufacturers with leading global solution providers.

Dr. Jochen Köckler, CEO of Deutsche Messe, described Saudi Arabia as one of the most dynamic and rapidly expanding industrial markets globally. He noted that Saudi Vision 2030 has improved transparency and investment appeal through clear objectives and robust execution. This initiative places the Kingdom at the forefront of global industrial interest.

The exhibition aims to support the adoption of Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies, enhance operational efficiency, reduce digital transformation costs, and widen access to advanced solutions. AlKhorayef highlighted ongoing efforts to elevate industrial competitiveness through initiatives like the Advanced Manufacturing and Production Center and the Factories of the Future program.

During the opening ceremony, AlKhorayef honored nine winning projects from the Innovative Factories Grant Program, which collectively received SAR15 million. These projects span diverse domains such as high-value materials from bauxite residue, alternative protein production technologies, localized diagnostic test manufacturing, advanced titanium-based materials, urban air mobility platforms, gluten-free food innovation, rapid microbial diagnostic systems, large-scale 3D-printing production lines, and advanced antiscalant solutions.

The ministry has supported research and development projects exceeding SAR15 million through this grant program. Additionally, 50 seats have been allocated for factories embarking on their transformation journey under the Fourth Industrial Revolution Grant initiative.

Empowering Future Technologies

The theme of Industrial Transformation Saudi Arabia 2025 is "Empowering the Future with Technology," focusing on intelligence, sustainability, and resilience. The exhibition aims to strengthen advanced manufacturing partnerships and connect local factories with global innovators. This supports Saudi Vision 2030's goals of building a diverse, sustainable, innovation-driven industrial economy.

The event showcases technologies in automation, artificial intelligence, smart manufacturing, sustainable energy, and Fourth Industrial Revolution applications. It reinforces Saudi Arabia’s position as a leading regional and international hub for advanced industry and transformative technologies.

AlKhorayef called on investors and industrial leaders to leverage Saudi Arabia’s supportive regulatory environment. He encouraged them to form strong partnerships that contribute to sustained industrial growth within the Kingdom.

With inputs from SPA