Lenovo has unveiled its first laptop manufactured in Saudi Arabia, highlighting the Kingdom’s growing role in global technology production and underscoring its efforts to develop a competitive advanced manufacturing sector.

The device, produced in Riyadh and unveiled at LEAP 2026, is among the first products to emerge from Lenovo’s new manufacturing facility in the Kingdom. With limited mass production scheduled to begin in late 2026, the plant is expected to contribute to the development of local industrial capabilities while integrating Saudi Arabia more deeply into Lenovo’s global manufacturing and supply chain network.

The milestone reflects the rapid progress of Saudi Arabia’s industrial diversification agenda, which seeks to attract global manufacturers, localise high-value industries, and create skilled employment opportunities across strategic sectors.

“At LEAP last year Lenovo and ALAT announced an ambition to help establish Saudi Arabia as a global technology and manufacturing hub,” said Tareq Alangari, Senior Vice President and President, Lenovo Middle East, Türkiye and Africa. “Today, we are proud to unveil the first Lenovo laptop manufactured in the Kingdom. This announcement is proof of what can be achieved when long-term investment, local talent, and ambitious national goals come together.”

He added that Saudi Arabia is expected to play an increasingly important role within Lenovo’s global manufacturing, innovation, and supply chain ecosystem.

The project is being developed in partnership with ALAT, the Public Investment Fund-backed company focused on building sustainable technology manufacturing industries within Saudi Arabia. According to Dr Muhammad Aldawood, Acting CEO of ALAT, the initiative demonstrates how strategic industrial partnerships can help establish long-term manufacturing capabilities inside the Kingdom.

“Alongside Lenovo, ALAT is helping build advanced manufacturing capability in Saudi Arabia,” he said. “This creates skilled jobs, develops Saudi talent, and strengthens the industrial foundation for Vision 2030.”

Beyond the production of laptops, the Riyadh facility is expected to serve as a cornerstone of a broader manufacturing ecosystem. Lenovo says the plant will be the first in its global network capable of producing the company’s full portfolio of devices, including PCs, desktops, Motorola smartphones and servers.

The facility expands Lenovo’s worldwide manufacturing footprint of more than 30 sites across 11 countries while reinforcing Saudi Arabia’s aspirations to become a regional centre for advanced industrial production.

A key element of the initiative is workforce development. Lenovo has partnered with ALAT, the Human Resources Development Fund and the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources to train Saudi engineers in advanced manufacturing disciplines. The first cohort has already completed specialised programmes at Lenovo’s global production facilities, supporting knowledge transfer and localisation of technical expertise.

The company has also strengthened its presence in the Kingdom through the establishment of its regional headquarters in Riyadh and plans for local research and development operations.