NRW.Global Business organizes a market development trip to the Gulf region, particularly Saudi Arabia and Oman on the topics of smart industry, energy technologies, Greentech and high-tech, coordinated by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry Ostwestfalen zu Bielefeld and conducted by the Delegation of German Industry & Commerce for Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Yemen and the German-Emirati Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Supported by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry NRW, the Chamber of Commerce and Industry zu Duesseldorf bears partnership to this trip. Further, the trip is sponsored by the German Ministry for Economy, Industry, Climate Protection and Energy of the state of North Rhine-Westphalia.

Period: 15.02.2025 - 21.02.2025

Location: Saudi Arabia, Oman

Gulf Region: Global Center for Innovation and Economic Transformation

Over the past years, the Gulf region has developed into a global center for innovation and economic transformation. Strategically positioned in-between Asia, Africa, Europe and the state-of-the-art logistic hubs, the region attracts international businesses. Indeed, the digital revolution in hustled by the young and technically adept population – in fact, 40% are younger than 25 – actively shaping the future’s industries. Strategical investments in renewable energies and alliances in the technological and service sectors open up new opportunities for businesses from NRW.

Saudi Arabia: The Centerpiece of the Gulf Region

Being home to its buzzing cities Riyadh and Dammam, Saudi Arabia with its Vision 2030 sets new benchmarks in sectors such as smart industry, renewable energies and high-tech. Being the Kingdom’s political and economic center, Riyadh constitutes a hotspot for innovation, whereas against Dammam takes a key role in the areas of industrial development and logistics. As a matter of fact, Saudi Arabia massively invests into future-oriented projects such as e.g. the Red Sea Project, Qiddiya Entertainment City and the city of NEOM. Further, the country positions itself as a global pioneer for green hydrogen. Indeed, boasting a huge market and ambitious digitalization initiatives, Saudi Arabia constitutes an unparalleled chance for innovative businesses.

 Oman: The Aspiring Pearl in the Gulf

With its capital Maskat, the sultanate of Oman convinces through its strategic position and modern infrastructure. In particular, the country concentrates on the sustainable development and diversification of its economy, putting particular emphasis on logistics, renewable energies and tourism. Further, Oman’s Vision 2040 boosts its digital transformation and additionally promotes an ecosystem embracing innovation. Political stability and its open economic policy lend attractiveness to Oman as a promising location for international investors and technology companies.

Main topics of the trip

• Promotion of economic relation between NRW and countries in the Gulf region
• Exchange and cooperation with leading companies and institutions in Saudi Arabia and Oman
• Exchange and transfer of knowledge with NRW-businesses on the spot
• Insights into the local industry and investment opportunities
• Networking and exchange of region-related experiences

Programm

• Exclusive visits of leading NRW-businesses and production sites
• Exchange with economic and political representatives
• Briefings and discussion panels with local chambers of commerce and ministries
• Visiting trade fairs and events on-site
• Networking events

Costs

The price for participation in the professional program and the business trip is 300 EUR (plus value added tax) for the first person and 200 EUR (plus value added tax) for a second person of each company.

Not included: transportation costs for inbound and outbound journey, flight from Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) to Maskat (Oman), costs for the hotel, costs for business visas for Saudi Arabia and Oman (imperatively required).

You will receive suggestions for flights and hotels post-registration.

Due to limitations in the number of participants, NRW.Global Business reserves the right to select participants, inter alia considering the date of registration, industry affiliation, as well as concrete concerns.

Organizer: Details | NRW.GLOBAL Business

Contact

NRW.Global Business GmbH
Elena Matekina

+49 211 13000-146

matekina(at)nrwglobalbusiness.com

NRW.Global Business GmbH
Nazgol Gohari

+49 211 13000 -169

gohari(at)nrwglobalbusiness.com

Industrie- und Handelskammer Ostwestfalen zu Bielefeld
Jan Lutz Müller

+49 521 554-250

j.mueller(at)ostwestfalen.ihk.de

Deutsch-Emiratische Industrie- und Handelskammer Office Oman
Sousann El-Faksch

+968 98000911

Sousan.elfaksch(at)ahkoman.com

Delegation der Deutschen Wirtschaft für Saudi-Arabien, Bahrain und Jemen (GESALO)
Najah Al-Kutbi

+966 920005863

alkutbi(at)ahk-arabia.com