Motivation
Enable innovators to access suitable service providers at each stage of the innovation journey.
Programs
Industrial and Mining Innovation Program (IMIP)
The program aims to foster an innovative ecosystem within the industrial and mining sectors by increasing the number of innovative products prepared for manufacturing. It also supports the growth of Saudi-made innovative products by providing a comprehensive network of support entities and encouraging collaboration between innovators and service providers.
Key Sectors Including
Automotive
Chemicals
Food Processing and Agriculture
Medical Devices
Mining and Minerals
Aerospace
Military Industries
Maritime Industries
Pharmaceuticals
Renewable Energy
Machinery and Equipment
Building Materials
Objectives
The Ministry launched the program in December 2024
to support innovators in the industrial and mining sectors and enable them to develop their ideas into manufacturing-ready products, achieved by linking them with service providers across the different stages of innovation.
Contribution
Enhance the readiness of the innovation ecosystem and strengthen integration among supporting entities.
Support
Increase the number of innovative products ready for manufacturing and boost their presence in local and global markets.z
Stages of the Innovator’s Journey
Stages
- Idea Generation
- Scaling and export
- Idea Validation
- Intellectual Property Registration
- Prototype Development
- Training and Mentorship
- Business Model Development
- Project Funding
- Production
Beneficiary's Journey
Applying Steps
Each application undergoes a thorough review based on eligibility and assessment criteria to evaluate its completeness, quality, and viability
- Log in to the platform using your credentials.
- Select the service you want to join.
- Fill in the required information in the application form, then submit the request to complete the joining process.
Terms and Conditions
Terms and Conditions
By applying, the innovator acknowledges having read and agreed to the following terms:
Commitment to comply with the platform’s Terms of Use and Disclaimer.
Commitment that all ideas, information, and data submitted through the platform are the property of the applicant and do not infringe the rights of any third party.
Consent to the use of submitted data for evaluation and communication purposes, without compromising data confidentiality.