SILZ Breaks Ground on Lenovo’s State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility in Riyadh
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, March 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Special Integrated Logistics Zone (SILZ) is excited to announce the groundbreaking of Lenovo’s new cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Riyadh Integrated. This facility will produce millions of laptops, desktops, and servers in Saudi Arabia.
The 200,000 square meter plant will be strategically located just 15 minutes from King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh’s integrated logistics zone. With streamlined logistics, efficient infrastructure, and seamless connectivity, the plant will be closer to customers across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
This collaboration between Alat and Lenovo, backed by the Public Investment Fund, aims to establish a world-class manufacturing hub in the Kingdom. Alat’s role as an investment partner underscores its commitment to enhancing Saudi Arabia’s technological capabilities and contributing to Lenovo’s globally recognized supply chain excellence.
Dr. Fadi Al-Buhairan, CEO of SILZ, stated, “Lenovo’s presence at Riyadh Integrated solidifies our position as a leading manufacturing and technology hub in the region. This groundbreaking ceremony, in partnership with Alat, marks a significant milestone for Saudi Arabia’s technology sector. Lenovo’s decision to establish its manufacturing base here demonstrates confidence in Riyadh Integrated’s world-class infrastructure and strategic position as a gateway to the MENA market. We believe this partnership will create numerous jobs, drive economic growth, and align with the goals of Saudi Vision 2030.”
Production at the new site is set to begin in 2026, leveraging Riyadh Integrated’s advanced facilities to bring Lenovo’s cutting-edge products, services, and solutions to market faster. This collaboration is expected to create up to 15,000 direct jobs and 45,000 indirect jobs, significantly benefiting the Saudi economy and supporting the development of a thriving technological ecosystem within the Kingdom.
In conclusion, the partnership between Alat and Lenovo represents a major step towards advancing Saudi Arabia’s technology sector and achieving economic growth. The establishment of Lenovo’s manufacturing facility at Riyadh Integrated underscores the region’s potential as a hub for innovation and development. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting collaboration!
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