European Chamber of Commerce in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (ECCKSA)

Services

Our main services offered are:

• Business Advocacy and Representation: ECCKSA provides comprehensive advocacy and representation services tailored to the needs of European businesses operating in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Our dedicated team engages with governmental entities, regulatory bodies, and other stakeholders to address key policy issues and promote a favourable business environment. Through strategic dialogue and advocacy efforts, we aim to shape policies that support the growth and success of European businesses in KSA.
• Sectoral Committees: Our Sectoral Committees serve as specialised platforms for European, international, and local businesses to collaborate, share insights, and address common challenges within specific industries. These committees facilitate networking opportunities, knowledge exchange, and collaborative problem-solving, empowering businesses to navigate industry-specific complexities and seize growth opportunities in the Saudi market.
• Events & Networking: ECCKSA organises a diverse range of events, including conferences, seminars, workshops, and networking sessions, designed to foster meaningful connections and facilitate knowledge exchange among our members and stakeholders. These events provide valuable opportunities for businesses to expand their networks, gain industry insights, and explore potential partnerships, ultimately contributing to their success in KSA and beyond.
• Publications: Our Publications and Position Papers serve as crucial tools for disseminating information, offering a European perspective within the local market. They amplify Europe-wide business presence and foster increased cooperation. Our publications provide insights into EU trends impacting Europe-KSA business interests, offer strategies to elevate corporate profiles, boost visibility among key stakeholders, and enhance online presence.
• Market Intelligence and Business Support: ECCKSA offers market intelligence and tailored business support to help European companies navigate the Saudi market effectively. Our team provides valuable insights, market analysis, and sector-specific information to assist businesses in making informed decisions and identifying growth opportunities.

Membership Benefits

ECCKSA, launched in May 2024, the Chamber is currently balancing the provision of dedicated benefits to its existing members with the need to clearly showcase value to prospective ones.

• Members of the ECCKSA enjoy a possibility to tailor to their priorities our sector-specific roundtables and privileged access to our networking events, site tours, as well as invitations to high-level gatherings where European business is represented by ECCKSA members. They are also occasionally invited to official receptions, organised by the Delegation of the European Union.
• Beyond event access, members are invited to contribute to shaping the ECCKSA's agenda by sharing ideas or raising issues they face. Member companies are also offered the opportunity to engage directly with visiting European institutional delegations in Riyadh, organised by sector, and may participate in, launch or lead our sectoral committees.
• Visibility is another key benefit: members are introduced in our monthly newsletter and, when we partner with media outlets, have the chance to be interviewed and highlighted.
• Crucially, only members benefit from our active support in matters requiring advocacy. We remain at the disposal of our members to help advance their projects and respond to their specific requests.
• Members also gain access to a dedicated digital platform, where they can promote their initiatives and network with fellow members.

While most of our current resources are publicly accessible during our development phase, we aim to develop exclusive guides and reports reserved for members. In addition, we host member-only networking opportunities such as receptions, business breakfasts and other closed-door gatherings to strengthen connections within our business community.

Advocacy

At the ECCKSA, our advocacy approach is structured around sectoral roundtables followed by the establishment of dedicated committees. These initiatives bring together Saudi authorities and leading European companies, both members and non-members, to address sector-specific challenges and opportunities. Following each roundtable, we invite ECCKSA member companies interested in deeper engagement to form and lead a dedicated committee.In August 2024, we held a Mobility Roundtable, which led to the creation of the Transport and Mobility Committee. This committee, comprising over a dozen member companies, officially began meeting in February 2025.

In October 2024, we organised an Energy Roundtable. The Energy Committee was officially launched in May 2025, following the visit of the European Commission's Directorate-General for Energy (DG ENER) to Saudi Arabia.

Also in October 2024, we hosted a major event titled "Women in Leadership", with the aim of launching a dedicated committee on gender diversity and leadership. Discussions to formalise this committee are currently ongoing.

In April 2025, we successfully organised a Healthcare Roundtable, which received strong interest and is expected to result in the launch of a Healthcare Committee in the near future.Additional sectoral initiatives are being planned, including potential committees or platforms focused on Hospitality, ICT, and Construction. We are also exploring the development of cross-sectoral discussion platforms to foster dialogue across industries.