Saudi Arabia Smart Factory Market Overview, 2029

It is anticipated that during this time, the Saudi Arabian smart industrial market will expand. The need to maximize resources, boost production, and lower operating costs is what drives the market. Utilizing cutting-edge technologies to boost production processes' effectiveness and caliber is known as "smart manufacturing." It permits quality control, predictive maintenance, and real-time monitoring and management of production operations. Saudi Arabia has made significant investments in smart industrial technology in recent years as part of its Vision 2030 drive to diversify the economy and move away from oil dependence. To encourage the adoption of smart factory methods, the government has set up a number of industrial hubs around the nation and is collaborating with partners in the commercial sector. An analysis of the prospects and difficulties facing Saudi Arabia's smart manufacturing enterprises was published in 2019 by the General Investment Authority (SAGIA). Numerous natural resources, a youthful and educated labour population, and a sizable domestic market are among the Kingdom's manufacturing assets, the survey claims. But the nation also has to contend with issues like high energy prices, low labour productivity, and constrained technology. The Saudi Arabian smart factory market is expanding as a result of rising industry 4.0 adoption rates and the need for more economical and effective manufacturing methods. The Saudi Arabian Smart manufacturing Market is expanding due in part to government measures encouraging the use of smart manufacturing practices and technologies. However, some of the obstacles impeding the market's growth are the scarcity of skilled labour and the costly initial investment.

According to the research report "Saudi Arabia Smart Factory market overview, 2029," published by Bonafide Research, the Saudi Arabia Smart Factory market is expected to add more than USD 300 million from 2024 to 2029. Saudi Arabia has been concentrating on diversifying its economy in an effort to lessen its reliance on oil income. Smart factories are essential for increasing manufacturing competitiveness and efficiency, which is in line with the nation's objectives for economic diversification. Through a number of programs, including the Madar Smart City Program and the National Industrial Development and Promotion Program (NIDPP), the government is aggressively encouraging the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies. These programs provide businesses implementing smart manufacturing technologies with financial incentives, regulatory support, and infrastructure development. Smart factories are a crucial part of the digital transformation that Saudi Arabia's industries are going through. In order to remain competitive in the current business environment, companies are realizing more and more how important connection and data-driven decision-making are. Based on Component type, the market is divided into Industrial Sensors, Industrial Robots, Industrial 3D printing, and Machine Vision. Smart factories are those that use cutting edge technology to boost productivity and efficiency, like 3D printing, robotics, and artificial intelligence (AI). They can also quickly adjust to shifts in the demands of the market. The use of smart manufacturing technologies is anticipated to boost income in the Saudi Arabian Smart Manufacturing Market while also helping Saudi manufacturers become more competitive and better serve the needs of both domestic and foreign consumers.

Based on Component type, the market is divided into Industrial Sensors, Industrial Robots, Industrial 3D printing, and Machine Vision. Industrial sensors are leading the market. Industrial robots are being installed by manufacturers in this area to streamline and expedite production and delivery. Industrial robot installation lowers human interaction in the manufacturing process, which lowers manufacturing costs while improving quality and increasing production capacity. Additionally, the cycle times for assembling the internal components of various devices, such as motherboards, are reduced by these robots. Many electronics manufacturing facilities are becoming more productive thanks to these robots, which also reduce assembly time. The introduction of assembly robotic systems to other industries has also resulted in lower final product prices for customers.

Based on Industry type, the market is divided into Process Industry, Discrete Industry. The Saudi Arabian smart factory market is seeing a notable increase in the Discrete Industry category. The Vision 2030 plan of Saudi Arabia heavily emphasizes the need to diversify the economy away from its reliance on oil. Smart factory projects have a lot to offer discrete industries like the automobile, aerospace, and machinery production sectors. These sectors are expanding rapidly, which is driving up demand for more productivity and efficiency. Discrete industries frequently serve niche markets and particular clientele. Manufacturers are able to customize products and meet a wide range of client demands thanks to smart factories' flexible production capabilities and data-driven insights. This flexibility is particularly important in a market that is expanding and diversified like Saudi Arabia.

Based on Process Industry type, the market is divided into Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Energy & Power, Metal & Mining, Pulp & Paper, Food & Beverages, and Cosmetics & Personal Care. It is not unexpected that smart factories are finding a fruitful environment for innovation given the continued importance of the oil and gas industry to Saudi Arabia's economy. Predictive maintenance, remote monitoring, and automated safety systems are examples of smart technologies that improve workplace security and reduce accidents. Ensuring worker well-being and avoiding environmental dangers are critical in a high-risk business such as oil and gas. Sustainability is a top priority for Saudi Arabia, and there are ways to lessen the environmental impact of oil and gas operations via smart factories. Smart solutions enable the adoption of cleaner processing methods, the optimization of energy use, and the reduction of waste output.



Based on Discrete Industry type, the market is divided into Automotive, Semiconductor & Electronics, and Aerospace & Defence, Machine Manufacturing, Textiles. The Vision 2030 plan and the rising need for sustainability, efficiency, and personalization are driving a major revolution in Saudi Arabia's automobile sector. This transition is mostly being driven by smart factories, with the automotive sector being a major driver of the Saudi Arabian smart factory market. The youthful and progressively affluent population of Saudi Arabia is driving the country's fast-growing automobile market. Manufacturers must boost productivity and streamline their production procedures in order to meet this demand. With their automated capabilities and data-driven insights, smart factories provide ways to save waste, minimize downtime, and increase production.

Considered in this report:
• Geography: Saudi Arabia
• Historic year: 2018
• Base year: 2023
• Estimated year: 2024
• Forecast year: 2029

Aspects covered in this report:
• Saudi Arabia Smart Factory market with its value and forecast along with its segments
• Various drivers and challenges
• On-going trends and developments
• Top profiled companies
• Strategic recommendation

By Component:
• Industrial Sensors
• Industrial Robots
• Industrial 3D Printing
• Machine Vision

By Industry:
• Process Industry
• Discrete Industry

By Process Industry:
• Oil & Gas
• Chemicals
• Pharmaceuticals
• Energy & Power
• Metal & Mining
• Pulp & Paper
• Food & Beverages
• Cosmetics & Personal Care

By Discrete Industry:
• Automotive
• Semiconductor & Electronics
• Aerospace & Defence
• Machine Manufacturing
• Textiles

The approach of the report:
This report consists of a combined approach of primary as well as secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list out the companies that are present in the market. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, and annual reports of companies, analyzing the government-generated reports and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources primary research was conducted by making telephonic interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting consumers into regional aspects, tier aspects, age groups, and gender. Once we have primary data with us we started verifying the details obtained from secondary sources.

Intended audience:
This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations & organizations related to the Smart Factory industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing & presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.