A Saudi production base inside an existing factory

An existing Saudi factory could be worth considering as the host for your first local production operation.

Saudi Arabia's updated Industrial Enablers and Incentives Guide, announced in April 2026, includes MUTAMMIM, or “Entity Within a Factory.” The government describes it as a way to establish an independent entity inside an existing industrial facility without building a new project.

For a foreign component manufacturer, this adds a useful option to the entry plan. A potential partner's available industrial space could matter alongside its commercial relationships.

The case would depend on whether the host facility suits your process and whether your proposed activity can be approved. Shared space also needs clear arrangements for access and operating responsibilities. The government announcement alone doesn't establish eligibility for a particular foreign-owned project.

Before committing to a standalone facility, compare its economics with a suitable host-factory arrangement and confirm the applicable requirements with MODON.

Could an established manufacturer become your infrastructure partner for the first stage of localization?