The Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones, known as MODON, has signed a cooperation agreement with the Heritage Commission to strengthen the crafts sector and economically empower artisans across the Kingdom.

The partnership aims to integrate traditional crafts into Saudi Arabia’s industrial ecosystem by developing high-quality products with strong market potential, connecting artisans to industrial city services, and supporting their participation in exhibitions and industry events. The initiative seeks to transform traditional craftsmanship into a sustainable and commercially viable sector.

Under the agreement, MODON and the Heritage Commission will work to enhance artisans’ capabilities through targeted training programs, investment opportunities, and quality support services. The collaboration also includes allocating industrial land and ready-built units to help artisans establish their operations, improve production efficiency, and ensure the continuity of traditional craft practices.

The initiative aligns with Saudi Arabia’s broader efforts to diversify its economy, promote cultural heritage, and empower local talent through innovation and sustainable development.

In November, MODON signed several contracts and memoranda of understanding valued at SR 8.8 billion, or approximately $2.35 billion, to accelerate the development of the Kingdom’s industrial and logistics sectors.

According to the Saudi Press Agency, the agreements were concluded during the Global Industry Summit in Riyadh and cover more than 3.3 million square meters of industrial and logistics developments across Saudi Arabia.

These deals support the objectives of the National Industrial Strategy and Vision 2030, which aim to position Saudi Arabia as a leading regional hub for industry and logistics by the end of the decade. Among the key announcements, MODON signed a $1.33 billion agreement with Eternal Prosperity to develop a private industrial complex in Dammam’s Third Industrial City. The project will span 1.8 million square meters.