- Program to Support the Expansion of 30 Bahraini Enterprises into the Saudi Market
The Labour Fund (Tamkeen) signed a partnership agreement with “AstroLabs”, a leading platform supporting business expansion in the Gulf region, to launch the Overseas Expansion Program. This initiative aims to encourage Bahraini business owners of various sizes to expand their activities into the neighboring Saudi market, which is an attractive destination for a wide range of products and services across various economic sectors. The announcement was made during Tamkeen’s participation in the “Biban 24” forum, organized by the General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises “Monsha’at” held under the theme “A Global Destination for Opportunities,” from November 5 to November 9 in the capital, Riyadh.
The Overseas Expansion Program will focus on supporting Bahraini entrepreneurs who wish to grow their business and kick off their expansion journey in regional and global markets. It will provide specialized advisory support in business development, including a comprehensive introduction into the regulations and laws of the target market, as well as precise marketing strategies that help highlight products and services in new markets to ensure success. Participants will also have the opportunity to connect with potential partners, customers and suppliers, enabling them to establish networks to support their expansion.
Her Excellency Ms. Maha Abdulhameed Mofeez, Chief Executive of the Labour Fund (Tamkeen), stressed the importance of this program in providing a clear roadmap for Bahraini entrepreneurs eager to take the next step for their enterprises through expansion into regional markets, such as the rapidly growing Saudi market. She added, “The Overseas Expansion Program is one of our initiatives aimed at supporting private sector companies in line with the Kingdom’s efforts to encourage the expansion of Bahraini businesses and the export of Bahraini products and services. Through effective partnerships in the program led by experts and specialists in the target market, participants will be able to minimize potential risks and enhance the chances of success for their business expansion and growth.”
This support comes in alignment with Tamkeen’s 2024 strategic priorities focused on economic impact and the private sector under three pillars: increasing economic participation through new employment opportunities for new entrants, expanding career development opportunities available to Bahraini workforce, and further developing the private sector by supporting enterprises and boosting productivity and adoption of technology.
On this occasion, Mr. Roland Daher, Chief Executive of “AstroLabs,” expressed his pleasure in this collaboration and added, “Bahrain has always been home to ambitious, innovative companies with real depth, ready to take the next step in their growth journey. Today, expanding to Saudi Arabia has become the natural next move in this evolution, offering an expansive and rapidly growing market, right next door. AstroLabs has been the trusted partner for over 650 global companies expanding into Saudi to date, and we’re very excited to collaborate with Tamkeen, a long-standing key driver of Bahrain’s entrepreneurial success. As a partner of choice for government entities across the region and globally, we focus on building strong growth corridors and seamless soft-landing experiences, helping high-growth businesses –whether Bahraini or global– thrive in Saudi Arabia.”
This program will support the development of approximately 30 Bahraini companies and enhance their expansion into the Saudi market, specifically in the Eastern Region and the cities of Jeddah and Riyadh.
AstroLabs aims to facilitate the expansion and growth of global companies in the Gulf region. The platform has supported nearly 1,650 international companies in expanding their operations across the region, providing a professional environment that enables businesses to enter new markets, particularly in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. In collaboration with public and private sector partners, AstroLabs designs various programs to support innovation, bridge gaps across different economic sectors in the Gulf, and target emerging markets. Additionally, it contributes to national strategies aimed at achieving sustainable development goals, including Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030.
Bahraini startups, small, medium, and large enterprises interested in learning more about the program can fill out the following online form: https://astrolabs.typeform.com/to/gREb7tU2
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About the Labour Fund “Tamkeen”
The Labour Fund “Tamkeen” was established in 2006 to support economic growth in the Kingdom of Bahrain by enabling the private sector to become a key economic driver in the economy. Tamkeen does this through supporting the growth and development of enterprises, as well as developing the skills of local talent and enhancing their employment and career development opportunities to become the first choice for employment in the labor market.
Tamkeen offers a range of programs and initiatives that are designed in line with labor market needs and is driven by its strategic priorities and support initiatives which include employment support, career development support, and enterprise support programs.
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About AstroLabs
AstroLabs is the leading business expansion platform in the Gulf, propelling high-growth companies across strategic industries. With a decade of supporting economic development in emerging markets, AstroLabs is the partner of choice for over 1,500 companies that have expanded across the region, engaging a vibrant community of 10,000+ market leaders in the UAE and KSA.
Bridging key gaps in fundamental industries in the Gulf, AstroLabs designs sector-focused and outcome-driven programs in partnership with government entities and the private sector. AstroLabs is committed to building the future of key sectors, driving market access, and contributing to regional visions like Saudi Vision 2030.