Industrial cities and areas are considered one of the most important pillars of the national economy of any country, due to the major products and industries they provide that are involved either in local production or in export, which supplies the domestic product and the country’s treasury. Therefore, we see that developed and rich countries pay great attention to industrial cities and industries, and work to always develop it because this maximises profits and returns.
Saudi Arabia paid great attention to industries and industrial cities, as it created new industrial cities and developed old ones with the aim of supplying the Saudi market with its needs, and supporting the export reality of various products, which achieves economic stability for the national income, and also supports Saudi Arabia's trend in searching for other economic sources. Reduce dependence on oil alone.
The industrial cities in Saudi Arabia exhibit diversity in specializations and geographical coverage, spanning across vital cities throughout the entire country. All these cities are under the umbrella of the General Authority for Industrial Cities, known as "Modon," established in 2001 to provide significance and potential support for Saudi national industries. The primary goal is to enhance production and quality, meeting the needs of the national economy. The industrial sectors within these cities are varied, with a particular emphasis on modern industries related to renewable energy systems, current transformers, and components used in solar energy systems. Additionally, there is a focus on technological industries, aligning with Saudi Arabia's forward-looking direction.
In Riyadh, the capital, there are three industrial cities and zones strategically located between the city center and its southern region. The newest addition is the third industrial city, established in 2010, with a focus on vehicles, trailers, chemicals, and medical industries.
The city of Jeddah, in turn, includes three industrial cities, two of which are located east and west of the Red Sea Coast Road and abound in food industries, in addition to an old industrial city dating back to 1971 located south of Jeddah, specialised in manufacturing industries and the manufacture of wood and its products.
Dammam, on the other hand, encompasses three essential industrial cities of varying sizes. Some are dedicated to chemical and medical industries, rubber materials, and electrical tools. Others focus on metal industries, clothing, textile industries, leather, and paper. The third city has a diverse range of specialisations spanning between these sectors.
Advanced nations are recognized as leaders in the most lucrative and economically dominant category, given that industries constitute crucial elements of a robust and stable economy. Consequently, prominent countries strive to bolster the influence of diverse industrial entities and urban centers, providing support through infrastructure, financial assistance, and a range of incentives.