The blue economy — the sustainable use of ocean and coastal resources — is a growing priority for Saudi Arabia. It spans aquaculture, fisheries, seafood and algae, alongside coastal development, marine logistics and clean marine technology.
A Vision 2030 growth engine
Diversifying the economy beyond hydrocarbons is at the heart of Vision 2030. The Kingdom’s long coastlines and mega-projects on the Red Sea position marine industries as a genuine engine of jobs, investment and exports.
Where investment is flowing
- Aquaculture capacity — farms, hatcheries and feed.
- Marine technology — monitoring, automation and sustainability.
- Coastal infrastructure — ports, processing and logistics.
Sustainability as a competitive edge
Investors increasingly value environmental performance. Protecting marine ecosystems, cutting waste and adopting circular practices are not just responsibilities — they are competitive advantages in global markets.
Connecting capital with opportunity
The Saudi International Marine Exhibition (SIMEC) gathers investors, operators, government authorities and innovators in one place, making it a natural venue to explore marine-sector opportunities.
Discover the opportunity at SIMEC 2027 in Riyadh. Register to attend.