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Aramco Signs $6 Billion Procurement Agreements

The agreements aim to strengthen Aramco's domestic supply chain ecosystem to meet customers' demands and provide suppliers with long-term visibility of expected future demand. (SPA)
The agreements aim to strengthen Aramco's domestic supply chain ecosystem to meet customers' demands and provide suppliers with long-term visibility of expected future demand. (SPA)
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Aramco Signs $6 Billion Procurement Agreements

The agreements aim to strengthen Aramco's domestic supply chain ecosystem to meet customers' demands and provide suppliers with long-term visibility of expected future demand. (SPA)
The agreements aim to strengthen Aramco's domestic supply chain ecosystem to meet customers' demands and provide suppliers with long-term visibility of expected future demand. (SPA)

Aramco, one of the world's leading integrated energy and chemicals companies, signed on Tuesday 40 corporate procurement agreements worth $6 billion with suppliers in Saudi Arabia.

The agreements aim to strengthen Aramco's domestic supply chain ecosystem to meet customers' demands and provide suppliers with long-term visibility of expected future demand.

They will contribute to achieving the objectives of Aramco's In-Kingdom Total Value Add (iktva) program, the company's pioneer initiative that aims to drive the growth of a vibrant economy and create new opportunities for Saudi people.

Aramco Executive Vice President of Technical Services Wail Al-Jaafari said: “The 40 new agreements signed today are expected to contribute to the domestic value chain and further enhance the ecosystem that Aramco is assisting to build.”

“These agreements move us towards a more prosperous, diverse, and resilient supply chain, which will help ensure business continuity. They also represent a key milestone on our iktva journey and provide our partners with an opportunity to benefit from a robust and diversified business environment,” he stated.

Additionally, Aramco signed two MoUs with strategic partners to collaborate on localization and supply chain development.

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Saudi Transport, Logistics Sector Set for 10% Growth in Q2

An investor monitors a trading screen at the Saudi financial market in Riyadh. (AFP)
An investor monitors a trading screen at the Saudi financial market in Riyadh. (AFP)
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Saudi Transport, Logistics Sector Set for 10% Growth in Q2

An investor monitors a trading screen at the Saudi financial market in Riyadh. (AFP)
An investor monitors a trading screen at the Saudi financial market in Riyadh. (AFP)

As Saudi companies start reporting their Q2 financial results, experts are optimistic about the transport and logistics sector. They expect a 10% annual growth, with total net profits reaching around SAR 900 million ($240 million), driven by tourism and an economic corridor project.

In Q1, the seven listed transport and logistics companies in Saudi Arabia showed positive results, with combined profits increasing by 5.8% to SAR 818.7 million ($218 million) compared to the previous year.

Four companies reported profit growth, while three saw declines, including two with losses, according to Arbah Capital.

Al Rajhi Capital projects significant gains for Q2 compared to last year: Lumi Rental’s profits are expected to rise by 31% to SAR 65 million, SAL’s by 76% to SAR 192 million, and Theeb’s by 23% to SAR 37 million.

On the other hand, Aljazira Capital predicts a 13% decrease in Lumi Rental’s net profit to SAR 43 million, despite a 44% rise in revenue. This is due to higher operational costs post-IPO.

SAL’s annual profit is expected to grow by 76% to SAR 191.6 million, driven by a 29% increase in revenue and higher profit margins.

Aljazira Capital also expects a 2.8% drop in the sector’s net profit from Q1 due to lower profits for SAL and Seera, caused by reduced revenue and profit margins.

Mohammad Al Farraj, Head of Asset Management at Arbah Capital, told Asharq Al-Awsat that the sector’s continued profit growth is supported by seasonal factors like summer travel and higher demand for transport services.

He predicts Q2 profits will reach around SAR 900 million ($240 million), up 10% from Q1.

Al Farraj highlighted that the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), linking India with the GCC and Europe, is expected to boost sector growth by improving trade and transport connections.

However, he warned that companies may still face challenges, including rising costs and workforce shortages.