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Rolls-Royce becomes first high-speed engine manufacturer to license local production in Saudi Arabia • Rolls-Royce Power Systems and Saudi Engines Manufacturing Company (MAKEEN) sign licensing agreement for local production of mtu high-speed engines in Saudi Arabia • First licensed production of mtu Series 2000 engines in the Kingdom • Supports Saudi Vision 2030 and industrial localisation • Expands capabilities for marine, targeted to be followed by rail 1 October 2026
The newly signed ILA builds on the Framework License Agreement (FLA) concluded in November 2023, which established the legal and commercial framework for the industrial cooperation between the two companies and forms the basis for the localisation of mtu products. With the mtu Series 2000 marine agreement now in place, the partners can move forward with implementing the initial local production capabilities for one of Rolls-Royce Power Systems' proven high-speed engine platforms. The agreement builds on Rolls-Royce’s strong foundations and growing presence in Saudi Arabia since the 1960s, where its engineering excellence is behind some of the most critical technologies that the Kingdom uses in the air, at sea and on land. Andreas Gortz, President Business Unit Mobile & Sustainable at Rolls-Royce Power Systems said: "Saudi Arabia is investing heavily in industrial development, infrastructure and energy projects. This agreement allows us to combine proven mtu technology with local manufacturing capabilities and support the Kingdom's ambition to build a strong domestic industrial base with advanced technology." MAKEEN is investing in manufacturing capabilities in Saudi Arabia to support the localisation of advanced technologies and strengthen domestic industrial capacity. The initiative contributes to the Kingdom's long-term objective of increasing local participation across key economic sectors. The agreement is particularly significant because it makes Rolls-Royce the first company to license local production of high-speed engines in Saudi Arabia. The move opens up new opportunities to support future projects in strategically important sectors including marine and naval applications such as high-speed ferries, coast guard vessels and patrol boats. Fawaz Al-Thubaiti, CEO of MAKEEN, said: "Our partnership with Rolls-Royce Power Systems brings world-class high-speed engine technology to the Kingdom and helps create a strong foundation for local manufacturing, skills development and future industrial growth. We are proud to contribute to building a more diversified and competitive economy." The partners will now focus on establishing the capabilities required to support future customer projects and expand the local industrial ecosystem around high-performance engine solutions in Saudi Arabia. 
Andreas Gortz, President of the Mobile & Sustainable Solutions Business Unit at Rolls-Royce Power Systems, and Fawaz Al-Thubaiti, CEO of MAKEEN, after signing the licence agreement for local production of mtu Series 2000 marine engines in Saudi Arabia. Image by Rolls-Royce Group plc. About MAKEEN Saudi Engines Manufacturing Company (MAKEEN) is a leading Saudi industrial company specializing in the manufacture, servicing, and lifecycle support of advanced marine and land-based engines and equipment. Formed through a strategic collaboration between Saudi Aramco, HD Hyundai, and Dussur, MAKEEN combines world-class technology, manufacturing expertise, and operational excellence to serve customers across the maritime, industrial, and energy sectors. Through its focus on innovation, localization, and sustainable value creation, MAKEEN contributes to strengthening industrial capabilities and supporting long-term economic growth in Saudi Arabia and the wider region. Rolls-Royce Group plc press release 
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