Saudi Riyadh Communications, Technology and Information Technology Exhibition
LEAPVenueRiyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center
- 1/1
- Annual
- 60000㎡
- Exhibition area
- 950
- Exhibitors
- 200000
- Visitors
Saudi Riyadh Communications, Technology and Information Technology ExhibitionSame period exhibition
RiyadhIoT expo Fair Details
- Organizer:
- Saudi Ministry of Information Technology INBER TLCO
- City:
- Saudi ArabiaRiyadh
- Venue:
- Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center
- Address:
- King Abdullah Rd, King Abdullah Dt., Riyadh 11564沙特阿拉伯
Saudi Riyadh Communications, Technology and Information Technology ExhibitionProfile
The Riyadh International Technology and Information Technology Exhibition (LEAP) is the world’s largest technology event in terms of attendance.LEAP serves as a global platform and a unique gathering for future‑oriented technologies and the most disruptive tech professionals from around the globe. It is where progress moves fastest and cutting‑edge innovations are first adopted.
The Riyadh International Technology and Information Technology Exhibition (LEAP) brings together the Middle East’s most advanced technologies, featuring 950 exhibitors, over 1,500 emerging tech startups, and 500 international speakers, with more than 200,000 visitors. During the event, tech enthusiasts and national representatives from over 80 countries witnessed the signing of numerous initiatives, agreements, and investment projects.
We have assembled some of the world’s greatest minds—leading technology companies, inspiring pioneers from global startups, and venture capitalists—all equipped with the tools to turn vision into reality. The Riyadh International Technology and Information Technology Exhibition (LEAP) boasts strategic sponsors including Microsoft, Cisco, KPMG, Software AG, Lutron, STC, Zain, Mobily, and Ericsson—top-tier global and local enterprises.
In recent years, Saudi Arabia has prioritized supporting and accelerating its digital transformation journey, strengthening cybersecurity and governance in the IT sector, and enhancing national competitiveness. As a result, the operation of information and cybersecurity services, along with the development of digital infrastructure for information technology, has become a key focus.At the Riyadh International Technology and Information Technology Exhibition (LEAP), several Chinese companies participated jointly with Saudi partners, showcasing collaborative achievements across multiple sectors.
Saudi Riyadh Communications, Technology and Information Technology Exhibition tickets are e-tickets. Domestic and international visitors must complete online pre-registration with real-name passport verification. After purchase, the organizer verifies visitor identity. Visitors who do not meet entry requirements may need to submit additional documents. Once approved, you will receive email confirmation or a QR code. On site, present your original passport and confirmation letter to collect a paper badge, or scan the QR code to enter.
The 2026 Saudi Riyadh Communications, Technology and Information Technology Exhibition is expected to feature 500+ exhibiting companies. To obtain the full exhibitor directory (including booth numbers and contact details), please visit the official exhibition website or contact Jufair.
The Exhibition Value of the Riyadh International Tech Expo
- LEAP is the world’s largest technology event in terms of attendance. Since its inception in 2022, it has rapidly grown into the third-largest global exhibition for information technology and innovation, earning acclaim as the “Digital Davos” and a leading indicator of technological advancement in the Middle East. Hosted by Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, the fourth edition of LEAP in 2025 will be held under the theme “Towards a New World,” bringing together over 1,800 cutting-edge tech companies and attracting more than 210,000 professional visitors. Technology enthusiasts from over 80 countries and regions will gather to witness the signing of numerous initiatives, agreements, and investment projects.
- The core value of participation lies in LEAP’s unique platform that precisely connects exhibitors with the trillion‑dollar digital transformation market of Saudi Arabia and the broader Middle East. Saudi Arabia is advancing its Vision 2030, aiming to mobilize over SAR 12 trillion (approximately USD 3.2 trillion) in domestic investments by 2030. Ongoing strategic projects—such as the development of special economic zones and the upgrading of digital infrastructure—are generating substantial demand. During the 2025 event, Saudi Arabia announced new AI‑related investments totaling USD 14.9 billion, underscoring its pivotal role in shaping the global digital future. Notably, 57% of the professional attendees are buyers from more than 80 countries, providing participating companies with a strategic gateway to engage directly with key decision‑makers across the region.
- LEAP offers a one‑stop commercial platform spanning the entire communications and technology value chain. Exhibits cover a full spectrum of categories, including artificial intelligence, 5G networks, cloud computing, the Internet of Things, smart cities, robotics, intelligent manufacturing, AR/VR, and smart vehicles. Specialized pavilions such as the Service Robotics Pavilion, the Special‑Purpose Robotics Pavilion, and the Future Living Pavilion further enhance the experience. In 2025, the expo will host over 1,500 emerging tech startups and feature 500 international speakers, with strategic sponsors including industry leaders like Microsoft, Cisco, KPMG, and Ericsson.
- LEAP aligns closely with three major industry trends—artificial intelligence, digital transformation, and smart cities—establishing a robust hub for deep integration among academia, industry, research, and end‑users. Huawei showcased its PanCloud large‑model three‑tier architecture and Huawei Cloud Stack 8.5, while signing a smart city cooperation agreement with the King Abdullah Financial District. Lenovo announced the establishment of its Middle East and Africa regional headquarters in Riyadh, along with a new manufacturing base. Tencent Cloud revealed plans to build the first data center in the Middle East in Saudi Arabia, committing over USD 150 million to infrastructure and resource development. China Mobile International presented its end‑to‑end digital‑intelligence services and released the “Blue Paper on Digital Transformation of Chinese Enterprises Operating in Saudi Arabia.”
- For Chinese enterprises, LEAP serves as a strategic gateway to tap into the Middle Eastern market, connect with global resources, and showcase their innovative capabilities. In 2025, more than 60 Chinese companies will participate, including industry giants such as Huawei, ZTE, Alibaba, China Mobile International, DJI, SenseTime, and Xiaomi. UBTECH demonstrated humanoid robot solutions tailored for industrial settings, promoting AI‑driven education in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and other Middle Eastern markets. Meanwhile, smart wearable device manufacturers reported that Saudi Arabia has become their largest overseas market. Chinese Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Chang Hua, encouraged Chinese firms to leverage their strengths and elevate China–Saudi technological cooperation to a new level.
Notable exhibitors
- International Tech Giants: Microsoft, Cisco, KPMG, Software AG, Lutron, Ericsson, Dell, IBM, ServiceNow, AWS
- Leading Saudi Domestic Enterprises: STC, Zain, Mobily, Advanced Electronics Company under Saudi Arabian Military Industries, Al-Ajlan Brothers Holding Group
- Chinese Telecommunications and Cloud Computing Companies: Huawei, ZTE, China Mobile International, China Unicom, Tencent Cloud, Alibaba Cloud
- Chinese Smart Terminal and AI Companies: Lenovo, Honor, Xiaomi, SenseTime, iFLYTEK
- Chinese Robotics Companies: UBTECH (Panda Robot, Walker S1 Industrial Humanoid Robot, Ultra-Humanoid Robot)
- Chinese Intelligent Manufacturing and Solutions Providers: DJI, Inspur Group, Sangfor Technologies, Fourth Paradigm, Jianhui Information, Baishan Cloud, Yida Capital
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2026 Saudi Riyadh Communications, Technology and Information Technology Exhibition Exhibitor Directory
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Internet of Things:AI, 5G networks, RFID, smart cards, sensors, barcodes, biometrics, video surveillance at the network layer; Bluetooth, 3G/4G, Zigbee, Z-Wave, NB‑IoT, GPS, and WSN at the application layer; cloud computing, middleware, mobile payments, real-time positioning, smart homes, and IoT applications in sectors such as industry, logistics, transportation, apparel, retail, anti-counterfeiting traceability, healthcare, and more
Smart Buildings and Energy:remote monitoring, connectivity for facility management, building automation, predictive maintenance, smart meters, and smart grids
Service Robotics Pavilion:commercial service robots, household service robots, entertainment robots, medical robots, environmental protection robots, bionic robots, AGVs, and more
Specialized Robotics Pavilion:underwater robots, inspection robots, space robots, agricultural robots, explosion‑proof and mine‑clearing robots, rescue robots, and others
Smart Manufacturing Technologies and Applications:laser manufacturing and 3D printing, digital workshops and smart factories, smart factory simulation technologies, and more
Future Living Pavilion:smart cities, smart home products, smart hardware, remote control platforms, and more
Smart Automotive Exhibition Area:autonomous driving, self-driving technologies, intelligent automotive control systems, and related products
Artificial Intelligence Exhibition Area:facial recognition, iris recognition, image/voice recognition, service robots, and other technologies and products
Smart Manufacturing Exhibition Area:smart cities, smart homes, smart transportation, industrial robots, 3D printing, and related technologies and products
AR/VR Exhibition Area:VR, AR, MR smart hardware, and other augmented/virtual reality technologies and products
Sports Technology Exhibition Area:Internet Plus sports, Internet Plus health, smart wearable devices, and related technologies and products
Information Products:mobile phones and accessories, computer products, computer peripherals, virtual private networks, embedded computing technologies, storage systems and media, network infrastructure; consumer electronics and accessories, metal printers, power supplies; biometric systems, point-of-sale systems, testing and monitoring systems; home automation systems and services, office automation（Copyright of this content belongs to Juzhan. Reproduction without permission is prohibited）
Exhibition Review
The 4th Riyadh International Exhibition for Communications Technology and Information Technology (LEAP 2025) was successfully held from February 9 to 12, 2025, at the new Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center. Hosted by the Saudi Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, this year’s event was themed “Towards a New World” and has become an annual highlight for the global technology sector.
In terms of scale, the exhibition brought together over 1,800 exhibitors from around the world, attracting more than 210,000 professional visitors from over 80 countries and regions. The number of participating companies doubled compared to the previous edition. During the event, Saudi Arabia announced new investments totaling US$14.9 billion in the field of artificial intelligence, underscoring its pivotal role in shaping the global digital future. More than 600 emerging tech startups and 500 international speakers took part.
This year’s exhibition featured numerous highlights, with Chinese innovation-driven enterprises serving as central attractions. UBTECH showcased industrial‑grade humanoid robot solutions, including the Walker S1, which performed intelligent material handling and sorting tasks for the first time in the Middle East. Meanwhile, the Panda robot and hyperrealistic humanoid robots drew large crowds eager to engage in interactive experiences. Huawei presented its PanCloud large‑model three‑tier architecture and the Huawei Cloud Stack 8.5 solution, signed a memorandum of cooperation on smart city initiatives with the King Abdullah Financial District, and launched the “Huawei Skills Development Center” in partnership with the Saudi Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, aiming to train 25,000 local professionals in AI, cloud computing, and related fields by 2030.
A rich array of concurrent events further enhanced the platform for high‑level industry dialogue. Lenovo Group announced plans to establish its Middle East and Africa regional headquarters in Riyadh and held a groundbreaking ceremony for a new manufacturing base in collaboration with Saudi company Enertech. China Mobile International showcased end‑to‑end digital services, hosted the Saudi Digital Transformation Conference, and released the “Blue Paper on Digital Transformation of Chinese Enterprises Operating in Saudi Arabia.” Tencent Cloud announced the construction of its first data center in the Middle East, committing over US$150 million to related infrastructure and resource development. Honor unveiled its new Magic6 Pro smartphone, marking its debut in the Middle Eastern market.
The Ministry of Commerce’s Investment Promotion Bureau organized a dedicated pavilion for Chinese innovative enterprises, comprehensively showcasing China’s cutting‑edge manufacturing and technological achievements. Exhibiting companies spanned sectors including electronic technology, smart home solutions, 5G information technology, intelligent buildings and energy, service robots, specialized robots, smart manufacturing technologies and applications, futuristic lifestyle products, smart vehicles, and artificial intelligence. Smart wearable device manufacturers noted that Saudi Arabia has become their largest overseas market, while laptop and tablet producers expressed hopes that the exhibition would boost the visibility of Chinese brands in the local market.
The outcomes of the exhibition were widely acclaimed, generating strong industry resonance. Huawei and the Saudi Ministry of Communications and Information Technology jointly launched a talent‑development program, while China Mobile International established a collaborative ecosystem alliance with Chinese and local partners. Saudi Minister of Communications and Information Technology, Abdullah Al-Swaha, emphasized that the intelligent era demands inclusive technological advancement to ensure prosperity for all. Attendees agreed that LEAP not only serves as a premier platform for brand exposure and business matchmaking but also functions as a critical hub for gaining insights into Middle Eastern technology trends and exploring pathways toward digital transformation.
The 5th Riyadh International Exhibition for Communications Technology and Information Technology (LEAP 2026) is scheduled to take place from April 13 to 16, 2026, at the Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center, and is expected to continue providing an efficient platform for global communication‑technology industry exchange and collaboration.
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Venue transport
- Metro / rail
Take Riyadh Metro Line 2 (Red Line) and alight at “Riyadh Exhibition Center” station. After exiting the station, the exhibition venue is just a short walk away.
- Air
From King Khalid International Airport (RUH): You can take Metro Line 4 (Yellow Line) into the city, then transfer to Line 2 (Red Line) to reach the “Riyadh Exhibition Center” station. The total journey takes approximately one hour.
- Drive
The exhibition hall is located on King Abdullah Road, adjacent to major thoroughfares; simply search for the venue’s full English name in your navigation app. The venue itself offers more than 2,000 parking spaces.
RiyadhIoT Booth Application
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Process
1.Submit the business license of the company
2.Submit product picture and name
3.Receive exhibition presentation documents and booth drawings
4.Submit booth application form/Sign booth contract
5.Pay the contract booth deposit
6.Prepare for exhibition
