Monthly Recap: Tourism, Construction, Logistics Witness Record Growth in June 2025
Saudi Arabia witnessed record growth in June 2025 across tourism, construction, logistics, and manufacturing, driven by major investments, infrastructure projects, and policy incentives.
In June, several projects and investment schemes were unveiled in various sectors. Mining, construction, tourism and logistics were the industries with the most announcements and developments.
Construction
- Eastern Province’s Dhahran to Host a Tourism City
- Riyadh Office Rents Surge 23% in Q1
Big picture: With businesses flocking to Riyadh, rising demand for office space and occupier activity are driving growth in its office market, while the government is building a new tourism city, which adds to an $8 billion construction pipeline in the Province.
Maritime Logistics
- Saudi Arabia Adds Shipping Routes to 19 Global Destinations
- Mawani Awards $586 Million Port Privatization Contracts to Boost Efficiency
- Saudi Arabia Receives First Automated Cranes at NEOM Port
Big Picture: Ongoing infrastructure upgrades and investments in modern cranes and smart port systems are part of efforts to enhance Saudi maritime trade competitiveness, with the Kingdom targeting a significant share of the $8 billion feeder shipping market by 2030.
Manufacturing & Industry
- Second Industrial Incentive Package Targets Strategic Manufacturing Sectors
- Tesla Opens First Saudi Center as EV Demand Accelerates
- Saudi Arabia Offers 50,000 km² in New Mining Exploration Licenses
Big Picture: This package is part of over 140 initiatives supported by the National Industrial Strategy, with mining and manufacturing being a core focus as Saudi Arabia aims to localize its industrial output, and the launch of Tesla's Saudi hub is one step towards fulfilling this mission in the EV sector.
Tourism & Culture
- Entertainment Sector Forecast to Grow to $6.1 Billion by 2033
- Cultural Sector GDP Contribution Targeted to Triple by 2030
- Saudi Arabia Welcomes 116 Million Tourists in 2024
Big Picture: Cultural and entertainment sectors are the biggest growth catalysts for the tourism industry, with opportunities typically arising from the robust market need for localized entertainment offerings and immersive event experiences.
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