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Dear Business Community,

German companies are increasingly focusing their activities on the Saudi market. High ranking political delegations as well as business delegations visited the Kingdom in February. With the kickoff of the Trade Fair Season, GSALO supported numerous exhibitors during their time in Riyadh. After a very busy month of February the GESALO team is now enjoying the month of Ramadan offering several Webinars.  

Enjoy reading the Newsletter!
Ramadan Kareem
Dr. Dalia Samra-Rohte


Review | February 2025
Federal Minister of Finance Dr. Jörg Kukies in Riyadh

On the occasion of the visit of the German Federal Minister of Finance, H.E. Dr Jörg Kukies to Riyadh, we had the pleasure to organize a business breakfast and accompanying further business potential in the industry and finance sector as well as opportunities within the Megaprojects were discussed during the business breakfast. The breakfast was moderated by our Delegate Dr. Dalia Samra-Rohte and also attended by the German Ambassador H. E. Michael Kindsgrab.

February 2025
Visit of H.E. Frank-Walter Steinmeier, President of Germany to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

During the recent visit of H.E. Frank-Walter Steinmeier to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, GESALO had the honor to participate during the visit of the King Salman Park in Riyadh, one of the Megaprojects showcasing the great contribution of German companies. The Project is major contribution to the Green Riyadh and the Quality-of-Life Program within the Vision 2030.
 

Review | February 2025
Delegation of the Machinery and Equipment Manufacturers Association (VDMA)

Due to a high project volume in the construction sector and a booming industry, the market is very interesting for German companies in the construction machinery and equipment manufacturers sector.

We were more than happy, to welcome a delegation of companies from this sectors to Saudi Arabia, organized by the delegation in cooperation with the VDMA (Machinery and Equipment Manufacturers Association). The participating companies aimed to gain insights into the market structure and build valuable business connections in Riyadh and Dammam.

Looking Back | February 2025
23 Companies from Northrhine Westphalia in Saudi Arabia

In February we welcomed 23 companies from North Rhine-Westphalia as part of a delegation trip with NRW.Global Business and the IHK Ostwestfalen zu Bielefeld. In Dammam, our German Desk head in the Eastern Province, organized a roundtable discussion and B2B matchmaking in collaboration with the Asharqia Chamber. In Riyadh, participants gained insights into GIGA projects, met with representatives from the Ministry of Investment and the Ministry of Energy, and attended a reception at the German Embassy for networking opportunities. They concluded their visit with a stop at the BIG5 trade fair before continuing their journey to Muscat.

Retrospective | February 2025
Museum Equipment Delegation
in Riyadh and Jeddah

The museum equipment and technologies sector is gaining more and more momentum in Saudi Arabia. This was confirmed during our delegation trip with German companies from this sector. A number of the participating businesses had already impressive reference projects in KSA and utilized the delegation to expand their business network and cultivate existing business contacts and during the days in Riyadh and Jeddah.

Startup Roundtable on occasion of the LEAP conference | Riyadh

Our Delegate, Dr. Dalia Samra-Rohte moderated a fruitful roundtable between German startups and other stakeholders from Saudi Arabia on the LEAP conference, the annual tech event in Riyadh. The Ministry of Investment, gave an insight into the licensing process for startups in the Kingdom.
 

Big 5 Construct Saudi | Riyadh 

The German economy was strongly represented at this year's Big5 with a German pavilion. During both exhibition weeks, several German exhibitors took the opportunity to present their products and to expand their business. Our Delegate Dr. Dalia Samra-Rohte visited the German exhibitors together with Ambassador H.E. Michael Kindsgrab and gained deeper insights into the business world of the construction industry.
 

Upcoming | May 2025
Study Trip of Saudi Stakeholders
to Germany 

Sector: Leisure & Sports

Apply for an exclusive three-day Study Trip - taking place from May 28 until Jun 06, 2025 - of Saudi Stakeholders  in the Leisure and Sports sector to Munich, Germany. The trip is part of the Foreign Market Entry Programme of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action. The program offers practical insights into large-scale event operations, stakeholder management, and football infrastructure, drawing from Germany’s extensive experience in hosting global football events.

Contact | Najah Al Kutbi,
> email: alkutbi@ahk-arabia.com

 

News from the GESAlaw Network
Webiars with the GESAlaw partners, covering key legal and business topics in Saudi Arabia

Our GESAlaw department hosted several webinars with our partners, covering key legal and business topics in Saudi Arabia:

On Feb 25, 2025, Rödl & Partner discussed compliance with Saudi Arabia’s Personal Data Protection Law. On Mar 04, 2025, SCHLÜTER GRAF provided insights into the new foreign investment law. On Mar 18, 21025, Rödl & Partner explained recent amendments to the Saudi Labor Law, effective Februray 18, 2025. Finally, on Mar 24, 2025, a representative from the Local Content & Government Procurement Authority outlined the impact of the Local Content Preference regulations.

UPCOMING | MARK YOUR CALENDARS
GESAlaw Network Webinars

In the coming weeks, we will host webinars on joint venture investments (April 15) and further insights into the new foreign investment law (April 29). Stay tuned for valuable business insights in Saudi Arabia!
CONTACT | Najah Alkutbi, Head of Market Entry DEinternational GESALO, email: alkutbi@ahk-arabia.com 


MAKE YOUR APPOINTMENT 
Mar 31 - Apr 04, 2025
Hannover Messe | Hannover, Germany

Meet our DE International Consultant Lisa Freisewinkel at Hannover Messe from Mach 31 until April 03, 2025. to discuss about your market entry in Saudi Arabia.
Visit us: AHK Hall 12, #booth B67

Contact 
Lisa Freisewinkel,
DEInternational Consultant,
GESALO, Riyadh Saudi Arabia

> email: freisewinkel@ahk-arabia.com

 

REGISTER NOW | May 13, 2025
K-Show Press Conference in Riyadh

Save the Date I May 13, 2025: 
Take the opportunity to meet the K-Show in Riyadh on May 13,.2025 at Radisson Blu RICEC.

K 2025: The world's No. 1 trade fair for the plastics and rubber industry in Düsseldorf from October 8-15, 2025.

Contact and Registration 
Lisa Freisewinkel,
DEInternational Consultant,
GESALO, Riyadh Saudi Arabia
> email: freisewinkel@ahk-arabia.com
 

May 5-7, 2025 | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Metal Flow Alliance goes Saudi Arabia

Metal Flow Alliance Saudi Arabia will premiere in 2025 to discover the pioneering world of the metals and steel industry in Saudi Arabia.

Metal Flow Alliance brings together leading companies and professionals at the forefront of research, development and application in the metals industry.

May 18-22, 2025 | Düsseldorf, Germany
iba | baking and confectionery industry 

The world's leading trade fair for the baking and confectionery industry

iba the world's leading trade fair for the baking and confectionery industry and offers a unique platform where the latest trends and innovations in the industry are presented.

Jun 02-05, 2025 | Munich, Germany
Tranport Logistic

As the world's leading trade fair for logistics, mobility, IT, and supply chain management, transport logistic in Munich brings together the entire industry. Decision-makers, experts, and innovators gather here to discuss the latest trends and developments and explore business opportunities.

CALENDAR | Upcomine Trade Fairs



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