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SAMI Aerospace strengthens its commercial aviation sector presence with 4 agreements

The signings took place on the sidelines of the Dubai Airshow 2025. SPA
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Updated 18 November 2025
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SAMI Aerospace strengthens its commercial aviation sector presence with 4 agreements

Updated 18 November 2025
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RIYADH: SAMI Aerospace, a company of the Saudi Arabian Military Industries, has signed several commercial agreements with leading regional and international companies.

These agreements embody the company’s capabilities in this field and contribute to enhancing cooperation with global partners, according to the Saudi Press Agency.

The signings took place in the presence of the President of the General Authority of Civil Aviation, Abdulaziz bin Abdullah Al-Duailej, CEO of Saudi Arabian Military Industries, Thamer Al-Muhid, and CEO of SAMI Aerospace, Sami Al-Najem, on the sidelines of the Dubai Airshow 2025.

The first agreement, with SkyFive Arabia, involves the installation and testing of advanced air-to-ground communication systems on FlyNas aircraft. The program includes full installation, wiring, and ground testing for FlyNas’s current fleet, in addition to 120 aircraft for other airlines on order. 

This cooperation represents the first integration of in-flight Air-to-Ground communication systems, making SAMI Aerospace the exclusive partner of SkyFive for the modification and testing of these systems in the region.

The second agreement was signed by SAMI Aerospace with Jazeera Airways to develop heavy maintenance capabilities for the airline’s fleet, to reinforce its role as a regional leader in maintenance, repair, and overhaul services. 

The cooperation aims to implement advanced maintenance programs at SAMI Aerospace’s facilities within the Kingdom, which expands the scope of MRO services and enhances regional collaboration.

The third agreement was a Memorandum of Understanding with Alpha Star Aviation, aimed at establishing a framework for strategic cooperation in the MRO services for private aircraft. 

This contributes to enhancing SAMI Aerospace’s expertise in commercial aviation, attracting new operators to its growing maintenance network, and providing specialized technical support for private aircraft operators in the region.

The fourth MoU was signed with ARTS Group to develop comprehensive solutions for various aircraft, including maintenance, supply chain support, and technical consultancy. This confirms SAMI Aerospace’s commitment to excellence in the aviation sector. 

This partnership establishes a framework for future cooperation, enabling SAMI Aerospace to expand its services and enhance its operational efficiency.

Finally, these agreements solidify SAMI Aerospace’s position as a leading regional company in MRO solutions and development. 

They highlight its role in strengthening the Kingdom’s aviation industry ecosystem and reflect the company’s commitment to developing the aviation sector in Saudi Arabia through localization and technology transfer, while supporting innovation and enabling national competencies in line with the objectives of Vision 2030.

Topics: SAMI Aerospace Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) Dubai Airshow 2025

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Saudi POS transactions see 20% surge to hit $4bn: SAMA

Updated 05 December 2025
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Saudi POS transactions see 20% surge to hit $4bn: SAMA

Updated 05 December 2025
Miguel Hadchity

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s total point-of-sale transactions surged by 20.4 percent in the week ending Nov. 29, to reach SR15.1 billion ($4 billion).

According to the latest data from the Saudi Central Bank, the number of POS transactions represented a 9.1 percent week-on-week increase to 240.25 million compared to 220.15 million the week before.

Most categories saw positive change across the period, with spending on laundry services registering the biggest uptick at 36 percent to SR65.1 million. Recreation followed, with a 35.3 percent increase to SR255.99 million. 

Expenditure on apparel and clothing saw an increase of 34.6 percent, followed by a 27.8 percent increase in spending on telecommunication. Jewelry outlays rose 5.6 percent to SR354.45 million.

Data revealed decreases across only three sectors, led by education, which saw the largest dip at 40.4 percent to reach SR62.26 million. 

Spending on airlines in Saudi Arabia fell by 25.2 percent, coinciding with major global flight disruptions. This followed an urgent Airbus recall of 6,000 A320-family aircraft after solar radiation was linked to potential flight-control data corruption. Saudi carriers moved swiftly to implement the mandatory fixes.

Flyadeal completed all updates and rebooked affected passengers, while flynas updated 20 aircraft with no schedule impact. Their rapid response contained the disruption, allowing operations to return to normal quickly.

Expenditure on food and beverages saw a 28.4 percent increase to SR2.31 billion, claiming the largest share of the POS. Spending on restaurants and cafes followed with an uptick of 22.3 percent to SR1.90 billion.

The Kingdom’s key urban centers mirrored the national decline. Riyadh, which accounted for the largest share of total POS spending, saw a 14.1 percent surge to SR5.08 billion, up from SR4.46 billion the previous week. The number of transactions in the capital reached 75.2 million, up 4.4 percent week-on-week.

In Jeddah, transaction values increased by 18.1 percent to SR2.03 billion, while Dammam reported a 14 percent surge to SR708.08 million.

POS data, tracked weekly by SAMA, provides an indicator of consumer spending trends and the ongoing growth of digital payments in Saudi Arabia. 

The data also highlights the expanding reach of POS infrastructure, extending beyond major retail hubs to smaller cities and service sectors, supporting broader digital inclusion initiatives. 

The growth of digital payment technologies aligns with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 objectives, promoting electronic transactions and contributing to the nation’s broader digital economy. 

Topics: point-of-sale PoS Saudi Central Bank (SAMA)

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