Grow your client base and expand your reach in the Saudi retail market

The Department for Business and Trade (DBT) is delighted to invite UK companies to join the UK Pavilion at the Retail Show in Riyadh

With rising disposable incomes and the largest economy in the Middle East, the Saudi retail market is expected to reach $200 billion by 2028. Ecommerce sales have grown particularly strong to over $30 billion in 2025 driven by a young and tech savvy population, high smartphone penetration and adoption of new retail technologies.

About

The Saudi Retail Show and Conference takes place in Riyadh on                  7-8 October 2025 and will highlight the unparalleled opportunities for further growth and innovation in the Saudi retail market, as well as the positive environment for inward investment and partnerships. It will bring together Saudi and international investors and retail chains with ecommerce businesses, technology enablers and entrepreneurs.

Who should attend?

The Department for Business and Trade in collaboration with Valiant Business Media plan to host a UK Pavilion at the show. This will provide an opportunity for up to 10 UK companies in Digital, Immersive and Retail tech to exhibit and join a high-level networking reception hosted by the British Embassy.

Cost

UK companies are invited to register their interest in joining the UK Pavilion by 15 September. Places are limited and shortlisted companies will be asked to pay a fee of £200 plus VAT to reserve a booth. They will also be expected to make their own arrangements for travel and accommodation, although advice will be available from the organisers.

For further details of the Show and Conference please see here.

Get in touch if you have any questions.

How to apply

Applications close on Monday, 15th September at 5pm. Please use the register button below to apply.