SAMI’s Local Content Program as a value-adding and strategic effort that supports SAMI’s localization efforts, addressing maturity gaps and developing locally empowered capabilities.
Drive localization effort across SAMI by developing dual-use local suppliers, establishing strategic partnerships, and embedding local content requirements.
Build a resilient and sustainable defense supply chain with strong national capabilities to achieve the Kingdom’s localization ambitions.
RUKN supports increasing local content by aligning procurement, suppliers, and compliance with national requirements.
RUKN develops local suppliers through assessment, guidance, and integration into the group supply chain.
RUKN attracts global partners by showcasing clear opportunities, localization pathways, and market access.
RUKN provides visibility on priority localization opportunities aligned with SAMI’s demand and national objectives.
A 82,000 m² advanced facility in the Kingdom producing wheeled and tracked armored vehicles at scale.
A locally developed family of wheeled armored vehicles built for today’s missions and tomorrow’s battlefield.
In-Kingdom support for aircraft electronics logistics, plus test and repair of radar and defense systems at airbases.
The first certified center outside the USA, enabled through technology transfer with Lockheed Martin.
One of only 3 certified manufacturers worldwide in the F-15S to F-15SA conversion program.
Upgrading the C-130H from analog to a digital glass cockpit using an integrated avionics solution
Industrial complex with technology transfer to build small and medium calibers and 40mm grenades with partners.
Technical support and maintenance to keep production lines and systems running reliably.
RUKN evaluates partner readiness across technical, quality, and localization criteria to identify gaps and define clear improvement paths.
RUKN rewards strong localization performance through preferred status, long-term opportunities, and increased visibility across SAMI Group.
RUKN enables partners through targeted training, development programs, and guidance to meet defense industry standards.
RUKN provides visibility on priority localization opportunities aligned with SAMI’s demand and national objectives.
RUKN is national program for local contentdevelopment in all aspects includes and not limited
Suppliers register on the RUKN platform to initiate engagement and access enablement opportunities.
RUKN conducts comprehensive assessments covering technical, and localization readiness.
Suppliers are classified based on maturity, capability level, and strategic relevance to the supply chain.
Targeted development plans are implemented to close gaps and enhance supplier capabilities.
Suppliers are re-assessed to validate progress and onboarded into approved sourcing channels.
Ongoing performance monitoring ensures sustainable growth and continuous capability advancement.
