Saudi Vision 2030

Zoho Study Shows 86% of Saudi Organizations Prioritize Cybersecurity Amid Identity Gaps
A Zoho global study reveals 86% of Saudi organisations prioritise cybersecurity and 88% have implemented Zero Trust strategies, yet identity security gaps persist with only 62% achieving full identity visibility and control.

Select Property Launches Vita Living Circle Square North in Manchester for Saudi Investors
Select Property Manchester launches Vita Living Circle Square North in Manchester, a 417-apartment development targeting Saudi investors seeking managed international real estate opportunities aligned with Vision 2030 priorities.

Intersec Saudi Arabia 2026 Expands to Record Size With 500+ Exhibitors
Intersec Saudi Arabia 2026 will host over 25,000 visitors and 500+ exhibitors at Riyadh Front from November 16-18, with exhibition space expanded by 40%. The Kingdom’s security market is projected to reach USD 3.4 billion by 2030.

Rowad Modern Engineering Completes Ministry of Culture Headquarters in Diriyah
Rowad Modern Engineering finishes the Ministry of Culture headquarters in Diriyah, a 36,000-square-meter facility combining contemporary architecture with Najdi heritage design. The project achieved LEED Gold certification and aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 objectives.

Saudi Arabia Mobility Leaders Convene in Riyadh to Shape Next Phase of Transport Development
Saudi Arabia’s top mobility leaders gathered in Riyadh to chart the next phase of the Kingdom’s transport development, focusing on autonomous vehicles, regulatory readiness, and Vision 2030 alignment.

Executive Centre Opens New Workspace Center at KAFD in Riyadh
Executive Centre KAFD officially opened KAFD 2.08, a new 9,500-square-meter flexible workspace facility in King Abdullah Financial District, Riyadh, featuring innovative amenities and full-floor tenant solutions.

Saudi Arabia Mobility Leaders Align on Vision 2030 Priorities in Riyadh
Mobility sector leaders from Saudi Arabia’s public and private sectors met in Riyadh to advance transport development aligned with Vision 2030, discussing autonomous vehicles, infrastructure, and cross-sector collaboration.

Sanofi and Arabio Launch Himaya Health Initiative at Umrah Forum 2026
Sanofi and Arabio introduced the Himaya health initiative at the Umrah and Ziyarah Forum 2026 to advance meningococcal vaccination for pilgrims. The initiative positions health protection as fundamental to the pilgrim experience.

BCG’s Jeel Tamooh Enters 8th Year, Nurturing Saudi Arabia’s Rising Leaders
Boston Consulting Group launched the 8th edition of its flagship Jeel Tamooh leadership development program, welcoming over 150 participants with equal gender representation. The program has impacted more than 850 students since 2019, preparing young professionals for influential roles across Saudi Arabia.

Deep Tech Commercialization Bootcamp: KACST Launches Initiative with 50+ Research Teams
KACST and the Research, Development and Innovation Authority launched the Deep Tech Commercialization Bootcamp on May 4, 2026, engaging 50+ research teams to develop skills for bringing prototypes to market.

Saudi Arabia Launches Free AI and Cloud Computing Training Program for 20,000 Professionals
Saudi Arabia and Amazon Web Services launched a free online training program targeting 20,000 professionals in artificial intelligence and cloud computing, supporting national digital workforce development under Vision 2030.

Eastern Region Municipality Showcases Geospatial Solutions at Global Forum
Eastern Region Municipality participated in the Geospatial World Forum 2026 in Amsterdam, showcasing digital transformation initiatives and urban planning projects aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 objectives.

Webooking Expands Globally to Four Continents, Surpasses 3 Billion Riyal Transaction Value
Saudi platform Webooking expands to four continents with 3 billion riyals in transactions and 17 million users across 180 countries.

Fluke Launches SmartTrace Underground Locator in Saudi Arabia for Vision 2030 Projects
Fluke Corporation launched the SmartTrace 2082 Series of Underground Locators in Saudi Arabia to address growing demand for safer utility mapping in Vision 2030 projects. The device detects buried infrastructure up to 6 meters deep and integrates with the PointMan app for real-time digital mapping.

Saudi Tourism Development Fund Launches Hackathon Series Across 8 Cities
Saudi Tourism Development Fund opens registration for hackathons across eight Kingdom cities, seeking innovative solutions to enhance tourism experiences and services in line with Vision 2030 targets.

HPE Powers Red Sea Global’s Luxury Resort Expansion with AI-Native Networking
HPE deploys self-driving AI-native network infrastructure for Red Sea Global’s luxury resort expansion, supporting $8.79 billion in economic contribution and 120,000 jobs aligned with Vision 2030 objectives.

Saudi Arabia’s Top 100 Brands Reach $131.9 Billion in Value
Saudi Arabia top brands combined for USD 131.9 billion in value, a 13% annual increase, with Aramco, stc, and Al Rajhi Bank leading across sectors.

Cisco Powers Qiddiya’s New Smart Office Headquarters in Riyadh
Cisco technology powers Qiddiya Investment Company’s new smart office in Riyadh, featuring advanced networking, collaboration tools, and IoT sensors designed to create an efficient, human-centric workspace.

Saudi Arabia Ranks First Globally in Digital Readiness Index 2025
Saudi Arabia topped the Digital Readiness Index 2025, scoring 94 out of 100 points and surpassing nations like Finland and Germany. The achievement reflects coordinated national efforts in building advanced digital infrastructure and governance frameworks.

Saudi Government Launches Digital Transformation Index 2026
Saudi Arabia’s Digital Government Authority introduces the 2026 Digital Transformation Index, a measurement framework enabling government agencies to enhance operational efficiency and service quality.

McDonald’s Saudi Arabia Contributed SAR 3.6 Billion to GDP in One Year
Oxford Economics report reveals McDonald’s Saudi Arabia economic impact generated SAR 3.6 billion in GDP contributions and supported 22,500 jobs from April 2024 to March 2025, demonstrating significant economic multiplier effects across sectors.

Saudi Arabia Presents AI Governance Model at UN Commission on Science and Technology
Saudi Arabia’s AI authority presented its governance model at a UN commission in Geneva, outlining the Kingdom’s approach to regulating artificial intelligence and building reliable systems.
