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Arab News
14 hours ago
- Business
- Arab News
New center positions Saudi Arabia for advanced manufacturing leadership
RIYADH: The global industrial sector is witnessing a radical transformation toward adopting Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies, prompting countries to reconsider traditional manufacturing methods and adopt smart solutions that include automation, artificial intelligence, robotics, and data-driven systems in order to improve production efficiency and reduce operational costs. According to the Saudi Press Agency, the Kingdom is not only keeping pace with the global industrial transformation but also aims to lead it through strategic initiatives and specialized programs that promote smart industry practices and accelerate the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies. This will enhance the competitiveness of Saudi Arabia's industrial sector both regionally and globally, aligning with the goals of Vision 2030 and the National Industrial Strategy to position the Kingdom as a leading industrial power, one that supports global supply chains and exports high-tech products globally. The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources is undertaking this ambitious transformation by establishing an integrated and comprehensive national system to enhance advanced manufacturing, according to SPA. It has launched the Advanced Manufacturing and Production Center, which brings together all programs and initiatives that enable the adoption of modern manufacturing technologies and stimulate smart and innovative industrial solutions. This initiative is in cooperation with various government entities related to the technology, research, and innovation sectors and in partnership with several global leaders in industrial technology. The efforts under the Advanced Manufacturing and Production Center include the Future Factories Program Initiative, the Industrial Beacons Program, the Accelerated Manufacturing Program, the Capability Centers Network, and the Operational Excellence Program, reported SPA. These initiatives collectively support the center's vision of becoming a unified national platform that accelerates the adoption of advanced manufacturing technologies. They also serve as a bridge to help local manufacturers access cutting-edge solutions that improve efficiency, enhance quality, and reduce costs across the industrial sector. The center aims to boost productivity and competitiveness in the manufacturing sector by localizing advanced and sustainable technologies, creating an attractive environment for industrial investment, and supporting skill development through its Capability Centers Network. It also offers experiential learning opportunities and provides advisory services to help industrial establishments adopt advanced manufacturing practices. The efforts of the ministry are aligned with several government entities that support the center's vision and objectives. In 2022, the ministry launched the Future Factories initiative to support the smart transformation journey of industrial establishments, aiming to automate 4,000 Saudi factories and increase their production efficiency, reduce reliance on unskilled labor, and promote the adoption of advanced industrial solutions and practices. The initiative offers numerous incentives and enablers to support the digital transformation of national factories, including financing solutions, consulting services, and the development and qualification of human resources to leverage the latest manufacturing technologies. It also helps industrial establishments assess their technological maturity and develop transformation plans to adopt operational excellence practices and advanced manufacturing solutions, including AI, robotics, the Internet of Things, and big data analytics. To support industrial transformation in the Kingdom and achieve global leadership in adopting advanced manufacturing technologies, the ministry launched the Industrial Beacons program. This undertaking aims to enable leading Saudi factories to adopt Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies, thereby enhancing their production efficiency and qualifying them to receive international recognition within the Global Lighthouse Network, an affiliate of the World Economic Forum, by 2030. During the launch ceremony of the Advanced Manufacturing and Production Center, the Ministry announced 10 national industrial companies that committed to achieving the standards of the Industrial Beacons initiative. With the launch of the Advanced Manufacturing and Production Center and its targeted initiatives to promote advanced technologies and foster research and innovation in the industrial sector, the Kingdom signals that its ambitions extend beyond simply keeping pace with global industrial trends.
Arab News
5 days ago
- Business
- Arab News
Saudi Arabia launches advanced manufacturing center to boost industrial innovation
JEDDAH: Saudi Arabia has launched the Advanced Manufacturing and Production Center, a key initiative aimed at accelerating the Kingdom's industrial transformation through the adoption of advanced technologies and sustainable practices. Unveiled on May 28, the center is set to play a central role in promoting efficiency, flexibility, and growth within the manufacturing sector. It will utilize technologies associated with the Fourth Industrial Revolution to localize production and enhance Saudi Arabia's competitiveness on the global stage. The initiative also supports strategic industries while aligning with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, the country's long-term plan to diversify its economy. A major focus is encouraging private sector collaboration to speed up the integration of emerging technologies into industrial operations. The launch supports the National Industrial Strategy, introduced in October 2022, which aims to increase the number of factories in the Kingdom to approximately 36,000 by 2035. The strategy is designed to attract investment, scale up local production, and strengthen non-oil exports. The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources is overseeing several projects to advance the Kingdom's industrial and logistical infrastructure, positioning Saudi Arabia as a key player in global manufacturing and trade. 'Adopting the latest industrial technologies raises the efficiency of our industrial sector and enhances its competitiveness regionally and globally,' said Khalil bin Ibrahim bin Salamah, deputy minister of industry and mineral resources for industrial affairs, in a post shared by the ministry on X. In an accompanying video, the ministry reiterated the center's significance in meeting national goals: 'The Advanced Manufacturing and Production Center opens doors to industrial investment opportunities and stimulates the sector to adopt new manufacturing technologies within industrial facilities.' The center is supported by several initiatives and programs, including the Future Factories Program, which aims to modernize 4,000 factories across the Kingdom. The FFP focuses on integrating advanced manufacturing systems to boost efficiency and build more resilient supply chains—particularly in critical sectors such as food and petrochemicals. According to its official website, the center serves as a hub for industrial innovation, providing consultancy services, training, and technological solutions. It is dedicated to fostering sustainability and competitiveness across the manufacturing sector. Through these efforts, the center is expected to significantly contribute to Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 goals by localizing high-tech capabilities, attracting investment, and advancing the industrial sector's role in the nation's economic diversification.
South China Morning Post
5 days ago
- Business
- South China Morning Post
China releases plan aimed at upgrading IT manufacturers, boosting self-sufficiency
China has unveiled a detailed plan to upgrade its information technology (IT) manufacturers as it doubles down on achieving self-sufficiency in technologies including semiconductors, batteries, satellite navigation and artificial intelligence (AI), and sidestepping US tech curbs. Advertisement The 18-point action plan calls for the deepening of AI integration and the fostering of a new class of industry service providers by 2027. It aims to see more than 85 per cent of manufacturers using computer numerical control – in which computer programs automate machining – in key processes in the next two years, and to cultivate at least 100 specialised service providers for the sector. By 2030, China aims to have completed a core industrial database that will allow its IT manufacturers to achieve 'new breakthroughs' and scale the 'high end of the global value chain'. The blueprint was released on Tuesday by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the National Development and Reform Commission and the National Data Administration, amid the closing phase of the 'Made in China 2025' initiative. Advertisement IT manufacturing forms the backbone of China's industrial system, spanning upstream materials like monocrystalline and polycrystalline silicon, midstream component manufacturing, and downstream applications in electronics and automotive systems.
Argaam
6 days ago
- Business
- Argaam
Saudi Arabia issues 92 new industrial licenses in April
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources issued 92 new industrial licenses in April, while 80 factories began production during the same month, the ministry said in a report. The newly licensed projects represent investments exceeding SAR 2 billion and are expected to create more than 1,427 jobs across various regions of the Kingdom, according to data from the National Industrial and Mining Information Center.
Asharq Al-Awsat
21-05-2025
- Business
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Saudi Industry Ministry Ramps up Factory Inspections in Makkah Ahead of Hajj
The Saudi Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources has conducted over 100 field visits to industrial facilities in Makkah Region to assess their readiness for this year's Hajj. The visits aimed to monitor the stability of supply chains and ensure the availability of food and consumer products to meet the needs of the pilgrims. They focused on verifying that factories comply with approved quality standards and regulations, ensuring the continuity of production lines for essential goods, including water and food products, and maintaining the smooth flow of consumer goods in response to the heightened demand during the Hajj. This endeavor is part of the ministry's ongoing efforts to monitor the readiness of these establishments to meet the needs of pilgrims.
