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China’s ZTT Submarine Cable & System is preparing to establish a new manufacturing facility in Saudi Arabia, committing $80 million to meet growing demand across the region’s energy, telecommunications, and infrastructure sectors. The planned subsidiary will focus on producing subsea power cables within the Kingdom, enabling faster and more direct supply to large-scale projects.
The move aligns with Saudi Arabia’s rapid infrastructure expansion under Vision 2030, as well as the country’s investment in subsea connectivity and offshore energy development. By producing locally, ZTT will reduce delivery times and logistical complexities for clients, while also positioning itself as a strategic supplier in the Middle East.
One of the main beneficiaries of this local presence could be Saudi Aramco, which is advancing offshore oil field projects such as Zuluf, Marjan, and Safaniya. These developments require extensive subsea cable networks to connect platforms, power systems, and communication lines. The new facility is expected to serve both oil sector demands and the broader digital transformation projects taking place across the Kingdom.
Saudi Arabia’s investment climate and push for industrial self-sufficiency are attracting global manufacturers seeking proximity to high-value infrastructure projects. For ZTT, the decision to set up in the Kingdom follows a broader regional growth strategy aimed at building resilience in supply chains and capturing a larger share of the Middle Eastern market.
The plant will produce high-specification sub marine cables capable of withstanding harsh marine environments, along with power transmission lines critical for renewable energy integration. This production capacity is set to support not only oil and gas developments but also expanding offshore wind and interconnection projects across the Gulf.
With the region’s growing appetite for high-capacity data transmission and power infrastructure, demand for advanced cable systems is expected to remain strong. The Saudi facility positions ZTT to meet these needs without relying on extended shipping times from Asia, giving it a logistical edge in a competitive market.
