Saudi Arabia’s transformation over the past decade has been remarkable. The Kingdom is rapidly expanding beyond oil and building a stronger industrial and mining base.

Industrial growth is accelerating

In 2016, Saudi Arabia had around 7,000 factories. By the end of 2025, that number had reached 12,946 — nearly 80% growth.

This reflects a serious national push to strengthen domestic manufacturing, expand local value chains, and reduce import dependence. As industrial activity grows, the need for supporting services such as logistics, warehousing, and freight movement also rises.

Mining is becoming strategic

Saudi Arabia’s mining sector is now one of the most attractive investment destinations in the world.

The estimated value of the country’s mineral resources has crossed SAR 9.4 trillion, up sharply from 2016. The Kingdom has also moved from 104th to 10th place in the global Mining Investment Attractiveness Index.

That shift shows mining is no longer a secondary sector — it is becoming a core part of future growth.

Investment momentum is strong

So far, 2,925 mining licenses have been issued, and new licenses have already attracted SAR 44 billion in investment.

This level of momentum shows that the sector is open, active, and backed by strong policy support.

Why this matters

Saudi Arabia is not just diversifying its economy. It is building a new industrial and mining landscape with long-term potential.

For investors who understand the market, this is the right time to pay attention and participate in that growth.