Cities 2025 Investment Guide: Your comprehensive guide to setting up your business in Saudi Arabia's industrial cities

القطاع العام والجهات الحكومية A Door to the Future: The image that serves as the face of the article conveys at a glance the industrial transformation in Saudi Arabia led by MODON

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What is MODON? The main driver of industry in Saudi Vision 2030

Madin's strategic vision: From Founding to Empowering the Future

Founded Saudi Organization for Industrial Estates and Technology Zones (MODON) It was established in 2001 by Cabinet Decision No. 235, and since then has been playing a pivotal role as an independent entity responsible for the development and management of industrial lands in Saudi Arabia. With the launch of Saudi Vision 2030Mudon has gone from being a land developer to A strategic enabler for the industryIt aims to make the Kingdom a leading industrial powerhouse and a global logistics platform. MODON's vision focuses on creating a stimulating investment environment that links the public and private sectors and provides an integrated infrastructure that ensures business sustainability and growth under a diversified national economy away from total dependence on oil.

Cities 2025 statistics: An industrial powerhouse with more than 37 cities and 7,000 factories

In 2025, MODON is experiencing sustainable growth that reflects the success of the National Industrial Strategy. Today, the Authority oversees 37 industrial cities These cities are geographically distributed to cover all regions of the Kingdom, ensuring that investors have access to various local and international markets. These cities include more than 7000 Factory existing and under construction, with a total investment volume exceeding SAR 415 billion. The developed areas in these cities amount to more than 200 million square meterssupported by thousands of industrial, investment, and logistics contracts. These figures emphasize Great confidence that local and international investors value the regulatory environment and services provided by MODON.

A map of industrial cities in Saudi Arabia: How to choose the best location for your investment?

Major industrial cities: Investment opportunities in Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam

Representing the cities of Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam Industrial Centers of Gravity in the Kingdom due to its population density and strategic locations. In RiyadhThe first, second and third industrial cities provide direct access to the region's largest consumer market. While GrandmaThanks to its location on the Red Sea coast, it is a global trade gateway linking East and West. In the Eastern Province, the Dammam The main center for energy and petrochemical-related industries.

Sudair City for Industry and Business: The largest destination for quality and medical industries

Prepare Sudair City for Industry and Business One of MODON's largest projects. The city is uniquely located on the Riyadh-Qassim highway and is served by the SAR train, facilitating transportation and logistics. Sudair is particularly focused on Pharmaceutical and medical industrieswhich includes the first pharmaceutical complex in the Kingdom.

Oasis Cities: Smart solutions to empower women and support light industry

Mudon created the concept of "Oasis Cities to focus primarily on Women's empowerment in the industrial sector. These oases provide a convenient working environment close to residential areas, and target Light and clean industries.

[Comparing Industrial Cities: Target Sectors and Infrastructure]

Industrial City (工業都市名)Target sectors (対象象セクター)Competitive Advantages (競争上の強み)
RiyadhFood Industry, PlasticsProximity to the capital and the largest consumer market
GrandmaLogistics, ExportProximity to Jeddah Islamic Port
DammamEnergy, PetrochemicalsProximity to oil sources and Gulf ports
SudairPharmaceuticals, medical devicesRail connectivity (SAR train) and specialized complexes

Incentives and benefits: Why do investors prefer MODON's industrial cities?

Industrial Land and Loan Initiative: Integrated financing to get your business off the ground quickly

It is considered an initiative "Land and Loan" One of the most important incentives offered by MODON in cooperation with the Saudi Industrial Development Fund (SIDF). This initiative aims to provide a single package that includes Industrial land allocation and financing.

Ready-made factories: Reduce time and start production immediately with international standards

For investors looking for quick solutions, MODON offers a product "prefabricated factories". The biggest advantage of this product is Relieving the investor from the hassle of design and constructionallowing production to begin within a few weeks.

Driving the future: The Fourth Industrial Revolution and Digital Transformation at MODON

Productivity program: Raising Factory Efficiency through SIRI

MODON is adopting a strategy to transform traditional factories into smart factories by "Productivity Program"based on Smart Industrial Readiness Index (SIRI).

Frequently Asked Questions about the Saudi Industrial Cities Authority (MODON)

  • Q: Can a foreign investor own property in MODON? Yes, MODON welcomes 100% foreign investments in accordance with the regulations of the Ministry of Investment.
  • Q: What is the duration of leases in industrial cities? A: Industrial land leases are typically up to 25 years and are renewable, providing long-term stability for projects.
  • Q: Do you provide housing services for workers within the cities? Yes, Modon provides integrated residential complexes to ensure the comfort of workers.

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