The six Gulf markets
The Gulf Cooperation Council brings together six markets with different rules, pace and decision-makers. I help you choose where to start.
Saudi Arabia
- National direction
- Vision 2030, the programme to diversify the economy beyond oil.
- Growth sectors for European industry
- Energy, petrochemicals, water, construction, major infrastructure projects, manufacturing.
- What I do on the ground
- Distributor and agent search, outreach to major buyers, preparation for local content requirements, with a partner corporate law firm.
United Arab Emirates
- National direction
- We the UAE 2031, the national development strategy.
- Growth sectors for European industry
- Logistics, energy, industry, technology, infrastructure, regional re-export hub.
- What I do on the ground
- Choosing between a free zone and the mainland, searching for regional distributors.
Qatar
- National direction
- Qatar National Vision 2030.
- Growth sectors for European industry
- Liquefied natural gas, energy, infrastructure, water, industrial equipment.
- What I do on the ground
- Identifying integrators and subcontractors on major projects, targeted outreach.
Kuwait
- National direction
- Vision Kuwait 2035, “New Kuwait”.
- Growth sectors for European industry
- Oil and gas, infrastructure, water, industrial equipment.
- What I do on the ground
- Local agent search and introductions to oil and gas service companies.
Oman
- National direction
- Oman Vision 2040.
- Growth sectors for European industry
- Energy, hydrogen, port logistics, mining, industry.
- What I do on the ground
- Outreach to port and industrial players, search for distribution partners.
Bahrain
- National direction
- Bahrain Economic Vision 2030.
- Growth sectors for European industry
- Aluminium, industry, financial services, logistics.
- What I do on the ground
- Distributor search, with Bahrain as a possible gateway to the neighbouring Saudi market.
Torn between two countries? That is exactly what the market test is for.
Considering the Gulf for 2027?
In 30 minutes, we can see whether a market test makes sense for your product, and in which country.