As Saudi Arabia accelerates its economic transformation under Vision 2030, the In-Kingdom Total Value Add (IKTVA) program is playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of industrial growth.
Designed by Saudi Aramco, IKTVA is not just a policy—it’s a strategic roadmap that pushes international and local companies alike to embed themselves meaningfully into the Kingdom’s industrial fabric.
With rising expectations for local content compliance, many businesses—especially foreign firms—face challenges in aligning with IKTVA targets. This is where EPS Support steps in. As a leading Saudi Arabia industrial trading company and a trusted Aramco-approved consultation services provider, EPS Support helps companies master localization with tailored, purpose-driven strategies.
What Is IKTVA? And Why Does It Matter?
IKTVA, launched by Aramco in 2015, seeks to boost local content in the company’s procurement and services to 70% by 2025. The program focuses on four main pillars:
Local Manufacturing
Saudi Workforce Development
Technology Transfer
Supplier Development
According to Aramco’s latest 2025 IKTVA Progress Report:
Local content in Aramco procurement reached 63% in Q1 2025, up from 35% in 2015.
Over 550+ companies are now IKTVA-certified.
Aramco spent SAR 70 billion in IKTVA-qualified local sourcing in 2024 alone.
For global businesses, this means IKTVA alignment is not optional—it’s essential for accessing projects and contracts with Aramco and other mega-project stakeholders like NEOM, SABIC, and the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu.
The IKTVA Business Impact: Opportunity and Challenge
While IKTVA opens the doors to long-term business sustainability in Saudi Arabia, achieving compliance is no easy feat. The process involves:
Detailed reporting on spend, workforce, and operations
Proven contributions to local supply chain development
Investment in local facilities or joint ventures
Demonstrated commitment to training Saudi nationals
Many international suppliers, OEMs, and EPC firms struggle to navigate these requirements without the right industrial compliance consulting KSA support.
EPS Support: Your Localization Partner in the Kingdom
EPS Support is not just a consultant—it is a strategic execution partner for companies aiming to enter or scale in the Saudi market. With a multidisciplinary team of localization, procurement, and compliance experts, EPS Support brings unmatched expertise in helping companies develop sustainable IKTVA strategies.
Here’s how EPS delivers:
1. Tailored Local Content & IKTVA Consultation
EPS begins by assessing your existing footprint in Saudi Arabia. Through IKTVA readiness audits, EPS identifies gaps and develops a phased compliance plan that aligns with both Aramco metrics and your operational goals.
Services Include:
IKTVA Baseline Assessment & Gap Analysis
Score Improvement Strategy & Forecasting
Local Spend Classification Guidance
Workforce Nationalization Roadmaps
2. Aramco Vendor Registration & Certification
EPS simplifies vendor registration with Aramco, an essential step to participate in local tenders. By managing technical documentation, compliance audits, and Aramco e-Marketplace submissions, EPS ensures clients are audit-ready and fast-tracked for approval.
3. Sustainable Localization Execution
Localization isn’t just about ticking boxes—it’s about long-term value creation. EPS facilitates:
Joint venture facilitation with local entities
Establishment of in-Kingdom manufacturing footprints
Strategic sourcing in Saudi Arabia from IKTVA-eligible vendors
Capacity-building programs to train Saudi talent
Case Study: European OEM’s IKTVA Success with EPS
In 2024, a European industrial OEM aiming to supply custom compressors to Aramco faced challenges in IKTVA scoring and vendor approval. EPS Support provided end-to-end services:
Conducted a local content audit showing a 22% IKTVA baseline
Developed a plan that included partial local assembly and service operations
Secured a local JV partnership with a certified Saudi manufacturer
Enabled Aramco vendor registration within 6 months
IKTVA score increased to 58% by Q1 2025, securing multiple contracts
This success story reflects how EPS doesn’t just consult—it delivers measurable results.
Why Global Firms Choose EPS Support
✅ Expertise in industrial compliance consulting KSA
✅ Deep understanding of Aramco vendor registration protocols
✅ Real-time knowledge of IKTVA evaluation criteria and trends
✅ Partnerships with local manufacturing ecosystems
✅ Strong alignment with Saudi Vision 2030 objectives
EPS Support’s services are especially valuable for:
EPC companies
Energy and infrastructure suppliers
Technology vendors
Multinationals with long-term investment goals in the Kingdom
The Road Ahead: Industrial Localization Is the Future
By 2030, Saudi Arabia aims to localize over 70% of industrial supply chains in energy, defense, manufacturing, and construction. That vision is backed by major spending: the government has earmarked SAR 120 billion for IKTVA-driven industrial development.
Companies that delay IKTVA compliance risk losing access to government contracts and the booming Saudi market. Those who act now—and do it right—stand to gain market share, reduce operational risks, and build strategic longevity in the region.
Conclusion: Localize with Purpose. Succeed with EPS Support.
EPS Support helps companies not only achieve IKTVA compliance but also turn it into a competitive edge. Whether you’re an industrial multinational or a growing supplier, our localization strategies, Aramco-approved consultation services, and deep market knowledge make us the ideal partner for long-term success in Saudi Arabia.
Are you ready to localize with purpose and win in the Kingdom?
📞 Get in touch with EPS Support today.
