SAR 2.6 Billion in Investments .. Accelerating Industrial Growth

Riyadh | BETH
24 Shawwal 1447H | 12 April 2026

The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources issued 221 new industrial licenses during February 2026, while 112 new factories commenced production during the same period, according to a report by the National Industrial and Mining Information Center affiliated with the Ministry. This development reflects the continued momentum of the industrial sector in the Kingdom.

Overview

The report, which monitors industrial indicators on a monthly basis, indicated that the volume of investments associated with the new licenses exceeded SAR 2.60 billion. These projects are expected to generate more than 1,995 job opportunities across various regions of the Kingdom.

In contrast, the value of investments in factories that began production during February reached approximately SAR 890 million, with an estimated 1,902 new jobs, highlighting the ongoing expansion of Saudi Arabia’s industrial base and the increasing pace of factories entering actual operational phases.

The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources publishes these indicators monthly through the National Industrial and Mining Information Center to enhance transparency and monitor the Kingdom’s industrial growth. The indicators track new investment volumes, the number of issued licenses, and factories commencing production.

BETH Analysis

These indicators reflect the accelerating pace of industrial development in Saudi Arabia and underscore the success of national strategies aimed at economic diversification under the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030. The increase in the number of licenses and operational factories also signals an improved investment environment and growing attractiveness of the industrial sector, enhancing its contribution to GDP and supporting sustainable job creation.