Saudi Industry Minister Explores High-Tech Automotive and Smart Collaboration with Chinese Companies

Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar bin Ibrahim Al-Khorayef has visited the Guangzhou Economic & Technological Development District (GETDD) in China. SPA
Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar bin Ibrahim Al-Khorayef has visited the Guangzhou Economic & Technological Development District (GETDD) in China. SPA
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Saudi Industry Minister Explores High-Tech Automotive and Smart Collaboration with Chinese Companies

Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar bin Ibrahim Al-Khorayef has visited the Guangzhou Economic & Technological Development District (GETDD) in China. SPA
Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar bin Ibrahim Al-Khorayef has visited the Guangzhou Economic & Technological Development District (GETDD) in China. SPA

Saudi Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources Bandar bin Ibrahim Al-Khorayef has visited the Guangzhou Economic & Technological Development District (GETDD) as part of his visit to China.
Wednesday’s visit aimed to enhance industrial cooperation in several targeted industrial sectors.
He was accompanied by the Assistant Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources for Planning and Development, Dr. Abdullah Al-Ahmari, National Industrial Development Center (NIDC) Chief Executive Eng. Saleh Al-Sulami, and the Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones (MODON) Chief Executive Eng. Majid Al-Argoubi.
The minister’s visit included a tour of Guangzhou MINO Equipment Co., Ltd., where he held discussions with the company's vice president on exploring cooperation opportunities in the manufacturing of high-tech vehicles.
He also visited Guangzhou Industrial Investment Holding Group (GIIHG) and discussed with the group's president ways to enhance cooperation in the industrial sector and the production of smart equipment.
The minister met with the Guangzhou Automobile Group Co., Ltd. (GAC) chairman to discuss the possibility of establishing a strategic partnership with the group and developing sustainable transportation solutions.
Al-Khorayef met with the chairman of Foton Motor, a company specialized in manufacturing commercial vehicles. They discussed joint initiatives in developing and advancing electric vehicles, hybrid technology, and advanced automotive technologies.
Additionally, he toured the GETDD, which was established in 1984. Among 219 similar zones, it ranks second in overall strength and first in scientific and technological innovation. The zone is also recognized as one of the top ten high-tech parks in China and globally.
In a main hall located in the Science Square, which features a wide range of exhibits, Al-Khorayef was briefed on the zone’s offerings in terms of knowledge exchange, best practices for capacity building, and fostering foreign investments.
The presentation also highlighted the incentives provided and Guangzhou’s experiences in scientific and technological innovations related to the industrial sector.
During his visits, he reviewed the sub-sectors of the National Industrial Strategy, including the automotive sector, and the incentives provided by the Kingdom to encourage foreign investments.
He also explored potential ways to exchange expertise, best practices for capacity building and knowledge enhancement, and leverage advanced Chinese experience in high-tech automotive manufacturing.



Ceer Signs MoU with EVIQ to Enhance EV Driving Experience in Saudi Arabia

Ceer, Saudi Arabia’s first electric vehicle (EV) brand
Ceer, Saudi Arabia’s first electric vehicle (EV) brand
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Ceer Signs MoU with EVIQ to Enhance EV Driving Experience in Saudi Arabia

Ceer, Saudi Arabia’s first electric vehicle (EV) brand
Ceer, Saudi Arabia’s first electric vehicle (EV) brand

Ceer, Saudi Arabia’s first electric vehicle brand, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Company EVIQ to support the EV ecosystem in the Kingdom by providing a reliable charging infrastructure and innovative solutions for drivers.
"Our role at Ceer is not limited to building EVs with global standards; we are also committed to offering an exceptional experience to EV owners in the Kingdom. We are excited to partner with EVIQ to ensure a smooth and comfortable driving experience for EVs across the Kingdom,” said Ceer CEO Jim DeLuca.
This partnership marks a significant step towards achieving the Saudi vision of building an automotive industry and promoting a sustainable transportation future. By combining Ceer's commitment to delivering advanced Saudi-made EVs with EVIQ's goal of establishing an efficient EV network, this collaboration paves the way for a seamless transition to EVs throughout the Kingdom.