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MAKEEN Strengthens Local Marine Capabilities as Official Service Partner for ZF in Saudi Arabia

As part of its strategic drive to support the localization of sustainable industries in the Kingdom, Saudi Engines Manufacturing Company (MAKEEN) has taken major steps toward localizing the marine industry within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In support of this goal, MAKEEN has been officially appointed by ZF Services Middle East LLC, a subsidiary of ZF Friedrichshafen AG and the regional hub for ZF’s technical support and aftersales services, as its authorized service partner in Saudi Arabia.

April 30, 2025
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MAKEEN Strengthens Local Marine Capabilities as Official Service Partner for ZF in Saudi Arabia

MAKEEN and DESMI Agreement Paves the Way for Local Marine Product Manufacturing in Saudi Arabia

In a move that aligns with Saudi Arabia’s strategic efforts to localize marine product manufacturing, Saudi Engines Manufacturing Company (MAKEEN) has entered into a pivotal distribution agreement with DESMI, a global leader in critical flow solutions and pump technologies. This partnership will enhance local distribution networks across the Kingdom and, importantly, lay the groundwork for the future localization of DESMI’s marine product manufacturing in Saudi Arabia. The agreement reflects both companies’ shared commitment to boosting industrial capabilities, fostering local manufacturing, and advancing technological innovation.

MAKEEN and DESMI Join Forces to Advance Saudi Arabia’s Maritime Capabilities

Saudi Engines Manufacturing Company (MAKEEN) and DESMI have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding during the Saudi Maritime & Logistics Congress 2024 held in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, on September 18–19, 2024, marking a significant step toward enhancing local manufacturing capabilities and distribution networks in Saudi Arabia.

MAKEEN and Kongsberg Maritime Sign Groundbreaking MoU for Local Assembly and Distribution in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Engines Manufacturing Company (MAKEEN) and Kongsberg Maritime have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to localize waterjets in Saudi Arabia. The partnership aims to enable local assembly and manufacturing and streamline the future distribution of Kongsberg Maritime Waterjets in the Kingdom.

MAKEEN and Saudi Railway Company Sign MoU for Engine Supply and Service Partnership

Saudi Engines Manufacturing Company (MAKEEN) and Saudi Railway Company (SAR) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking a significant milestone in strengthening the Kingdom’s growing railway infrastructure and maintenance capabilities.

MAKEEN and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Sign License Agreement to Manufacture HiMSEN Dual Fuel Engines in Saudi Arabia

In a significant step to strengthen industrial capabilities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Saudi Engines Manufacturing Company (MAKEEN), a joint venture between Saudi Aramco, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, and Dussur and the first manufacturer of its kind in the MENA region, and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries have signed a license agreement for the local production of HiMSEN dual-fuel engines.

Makeen and Rolls-Royce Power Systems Forge Groundbreaking Partnership to Manufacture mtu Engines in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Engines Manufacturing Company (Makeen), a joint venture between Saudi Aramco, HD Hyundai Heavy Industries, and Dussur, has signed a Framework License Agreement with Rolls-Royce’s Power Systems business unit to manufacture, test, sell, and service “mtu” engines and gensets in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This breakthrough deal marks a significant milestone for the industrial development of the Kingdom’s rapidly growing marine and off-grid power generation sectors.