The National Academy for Vehicles and Automotive (NAVA) has taken a significant step toward enhancing Saudi Arabia’s automotive and industrial workforce by signing Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with Ceer, Lucid, Hyundai, at the PIF Private Sector Forum – AUTO CONNECT 2025 in the presence of His Excellency the Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources, Mr. Bandar bin Ibrahim Al-Khorayef.
These agreements reinforce NAVA’s role in bridging the gap between technical education and industry demands, ensuring a steady pipeline of skilled Saudi professionals ready to contribute to the growing automotive sector, across both its electric and combustion engine segments. The collaboration will focus on customized workforce development programs, including long-term employment-based training and specialized short-term technical courses, tailored to meet the evolving needs of the industry.
A Leading Force in Shaping Saudi Talent for the Automotive Sector
As the leading technical education provider for the automotive and EV industries in Saudi Arabia, NAVA plays a crucial role in upskilling local talent and aligning training programs with industry standards. Through strong partnerships with major global manufacturers, the academy ensures that its graduates gain expertise in vehicle manufacturing, diagnostics, quality assurance, and advanced industry technologies, making them job-ready from day one.
By integrating its efforts within the King Salman Automotive Cluster, NAVA actively supports the Kingdom’s economic diversification goals, driving sustainable growth in alignment with Vision 2030.
[Mohammed Al Suhaim], Managing Director of NAVA, emphasized the significance of these collaborations, stating:
“At NAVA, we fully understand the vital role we play in Saudi Arabia’s automotive and industrial ecosystem. Our commitment goes beyond technical training—we are actively shaping the future of the industry by equipping Saudi talent with the skills and expertise needed to lead this transformation.
These partnerships further strengthen our mission to connect education with real-world industry needs, driving sustainable growth and workforce empowerment in line with Vision 2030.”
Driving a Sustainable Future for the Automotive Industry
While the final details of the collaboration are still being refined, these agreements mark a major milestone in advancing workforce development and supporting the Kingdom’s economic diversification goals. By partnering with leading global manufacturers and key government entities, NAVA continues to develop a highly skilled workforce that will shape the future of Saudi Arabia’s automotive and EV industries.
