Since the era of the Kingdom’s founder, King Abdulaziz Al Saud—may Allah rest his soul in peace—the leadership of Saudi Arabia has embraced a strategic vision to harness the nation’s vast resources for the advancement of the country and the well-being of its citizens. Among the key pillars of this vision is the drive to diversify sources of income in order to reduce reliance on depletable oil. This includes expanding the industrial base through the development of the agriculture, industry, and mining sectors, with particular emphasis on petrochemical and mineral industries. Inspired by this forward-looking vision, the wise leadership embarked on a bold plan to utilize associated gas from oil production—previously flared and wasted—by approving the establishment of the industrial cities of Jubail and Yanbu. A royal decree was issued to establish the RCJY, granting it independent legal status and a dedicated budget to implement its ambitious mandate.

Indeed, work began in earnest in the RCJY’s cities, initiating a journey of challenge and achievement. The RCJY’s scope expanded with the inclusion of Ras Al-Khair City for Mining Industries and Jazan City for Primary and Downstream Industries, along with overseeing economic zones in both cities. As a result, the RC has attained global recognition and become a magnet for investors from within the Kingdom and abroad. This distinguished journey has led to cumulative investments amounting to SAR 1,457 billion by the end of 2024, positioning the RC as one of the Kingdom’s most vital economic arms. Due to its pivotal role in the national economic landscape, the RC plays a major role in realizing the goals of Saudi Vision 2030 and other national strategies. The RC is proud to have received the NIDLP Award as the top investment-attracting entity in both 2023 and 2024.

It is also noteworthy that while achieving remarkable economic and industrial milestones, the RC has remained steadfast in its environmental commitment. It has also supported environmental initiatives and established the principles of recycling and sustainable development. From its inception, the RC developed a comprehensive plan to implement an integrated environmental program to monitor industrial activities in a manner that maintains a sustainable balance between industrial development and environmental preservation. 

The RC will, if Allah wills, continue its journey of achievement, guided by a strategic vision to remain the first choice for investors in the industrial sector and a key contributor to the growth and sustainability of industry in the Kingdom. It will remain committed to its mission of developing, enabling, and managing sustainable industrial cities that foster innovation, offer advanced infrastructure, and deliver exceptional services—ultimately contributing to a thriving economy and a vibrant society aligned with the aspirations of the nation and partners.