About Us

SAU-DK Ventures is a Denmark-based Nordic-Saudi innovation and market access platform dedicated to connecting Danish and Nordic innovation with strategic opportunities in Saudi Arabia.

Beyond facilitating market access, we act as a strategic solution integrator by combining relevant Nordic technologies, systems, and expertise into holistic solutions tailored to Saudi Arabia’s development priorities. Rather than presenting individual products or services, we develop integrated concepts that address real challenges and create long-term value for public authorities, municipalities, developers, and private-sector stakeholders.

We support Nordic companies in identifying opportunities, building strategic partnerships, navigating the Saudi business and institutional landscape, and establishing a sustainable long-term presence in the Kingdom. At the same time, we help Saudi stakeholders identify proven Nordic solutions that contribute to national development objectives.

Our work is built on strong networks, local market insight, institutional understanding, and a commitment to creating trusted partnerships between the Nordic region and Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Arabia is undergoing one of the world's most ambitious economic and urban transformations under Vision 2030, with major investments in sustainability, smart cities, infrastructure, energy, water, waste management, quality of life, healthcare, and advanced technologies.

SAU-DK Ventures exists to bridge Nordic innovation with Saudi ambition by creating strategic partnerships, integrated solutions, and long-term value that support the Kingdom's Vision 2030 transformation.

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    Abdi Osman

    Director, SAU-DK Ventures

    Abdi Osman Said is the Founder and Managing Director of Sau-dk Ventures With more than 20 years of experience collaborating with stakeholders and authorities in Saudi Arabia, he has built a strong network and a deep understanding of local conditions, culture, and business practices.

    His insight and trust-based relationships make him a strategic key figure for Danish companies seeking a secure and effective pathway into the Saudi market.

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    Habib Iblagh

    Business Development Manager, SAU-DK Ventures

    Habib Iblagh arbejder med forretningsudvikling, strategiske partnerskaber og introduktion af nordiske løsninger til Saudi-Arabien.

    Med baggrund som bygningskonstruktør og erfaring inden for bæredygtighed, urban udvikling og internationale samarbejder arbejder han i krydsfeltet mellem nordisk innovation og Saudi-Arabiens transformations- og udviklingsagenda under Vision 2030.

    Gennem flere års arbejde med saudiske aktører, virksomheder og institutionelle relationer har han opbygget et stærkt netværk og solid forståelse for det saudiske marked, dets forretningskultur og udviklingsprioriteter.

    Hans fokus omfatter blandt andet bæredygtig byudvikling, smart & sustainable solutions, livskvalitetsprojekter og strategiske samarbejder mellem nordiske og saudiske aktører.

  • Shlash Alkhatab

    Saudi Office Lead

    Shlash AlKhatab works with business development, strategic partnerships, and project opportunities in Saudi Arabia, with a particular focus on collaboration between Nordic and Saudi stakeholders.

    As the lead responsible for Sau-dk Ventures activities in Saudi Arabia, he contributes to relationship development, stakeholder engagement, and the identification of opportunities within areas such as sustainability, urban development, infrastructure, transport, and other growth sectors related to Saudi Vision 2030.

    With strong local market knowledge, an extensive professional network, and an understanding of Saudi business and institutional structures, he supports dialogue and collaboration between international companies and relevant Saudi stakeholders.

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    Amina Cortés Ali

    Business Analyst, SAU-DK Ventures

    Amina Cortés is a Business Analyst at Sau-dk Ventures and is recognized for her strategic mindset, strong international perspective, and ability to build trust-based relationships across cultures.

    With a natural business acumen and valuable insight into both Nordic and Middle Eastern markets, she plays a key role in connecting Danish companies with new opportunities in Saudi Arabia.

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