• Riyadh | Jeddah | Dubai
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Axis Gateway mainly operates with Italian Companies and Institutions.
Over the years, the Axis Team has collaborated with several Italian Institutions, including:


Regione Piemonte, Regione Marche, Regione Campania, the Chamber of Commerce of Padua, Confindustria Emilia, the Chamber of Commerce of Brescia, Confindustria Veneto Est, the Chamber of Commerce of Bergamo, and Confartigianato Vicenza, among others.

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Some of our most requested services include:

Our in-house, Gulf-based commercial agents provide Italian companies with direct, on-the-ground representation in key Gulf markets, with a primary focus on Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

Having dedicated personnel locally present means operating inside the market, not observing it from abroad. Our agents act as an extension of your company, representing your interests, products, and brand directly with developers, contractors, designers, distributors, and institutional stakeholders.

This service is particularly strategic for sectors such as construction, building materials, furnishing, lighting, sanitary ware,technical supplies… where physical presence, trust, and continuity are decisive factors.

Our Gulf-based agents support companies with:

 

  • Market entry and positioning in Saudi Arabia and the UAE
  • Commercial representation and lead development
  • Direct contact with buyers, contractors, and decision-makers
  • Follow-up on negotiations, meetings, and project opportunities
  • Local market intelligence and real-time feedback

 

By operating locally, we significantly reduce cultural, operational, and communication barriers, allowing Italian companies to move faster, build credibility, and secure concrete business opportunities without the costs and risks of opening a local structure immediately.

This model enables companies to test the market, develop relationships, and grow sustainably, supported by professionals who already understand the Gulf business environment, regulations, and commercial dynamics.



Through our Contractor Connection service, we connect Italian companies directly with leading main contractors and EPC players operating in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

Access to main contractors is a critical factor for entering and operating successfully in the Gulf construction market. Our role is to bridge the gap between Italian suppliers and the entities that manage and award large-scale projects, ensuring direct visibility and structured commercial dialogue.

This service is particularly relevant for companies active in construction materials, technical systems, furnishing, lighting, sanitary ware, interior solutions… where project-based supply chains dominate procurement decisions.

Contractor Connection includes:

 

  • Direct introductions to main contractors and EPC companies
  • Identification of active and upcoming projects
  • Alignment with contractor procurement requirements and timelines
  • Support during technical evaluations and pre-qualification phases
  • Follow-up on negotiations and tender-related discussions

 

By working through established contractor networks, Italian companies gain faster access to real project opportunities, reducing entry barriers and avoiding fragmented or informal approaches to the market.

Our structured connection with contractors allows companies to position themselves effectively within the Gulf project ecosystem, building long-term relationships and increasing their chances of being selected for high-value developments.



Through our Public & Private Tenders service, we support Italian companies in identifying, analyzing, and accessing tender opportunities across Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, both in the public and private sectors.

The Gulf tender market is highly structured and often complex, requiring local insight, accurate documentation, and a clear understanding of procurement procedures. Our role is to guide companies through each stage of the tender process, ensuring compliance, clarity, and strategic positioning.

This service is particularly relevant for companies operating in construction, infrastructure, building materials, furnishing, lighting, sanitary ware, and technical systems, where large-scale projects are typically awarded through formal tendering procedures.

Public & Private Tenders support includes:

 

  • Identification of relevant public and private tenders
  • Preliminary assessment of eligibility and technical requirements
  • Support during pre-qualification and registration phases
  • Coordination of documentation and submission timelines
  • Follow-up with awarding entities and project stakeholders

 

By leveraging local market intelligence and direct relationships with stakeholders, we help Italian companies focus on realistic and strategically aligned opportunities, avoiding inefficient or non-viable tender participation.

Our approach enables companies to enter the Gulf tender market in a structured and informed manner, increasing competitiveness and improving the likelihood of successful project awards.



Through our Distributor & Dealer Search service, we identify and select qualified distributors, dealers, and commercial partners across Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, with the objective of building a reliable and scalable route-to-market for Italian companies.

In the Gulf, the right local partner often determines speed of entry, brand positioning, and long-term performance. We support companies in evaluating partners beyond simple contacts, focusing on operational capability, sector specialization, market coverage, and alignment with your commercial strategy.

This service is particularly strategic for sectors such as construction materials, furnishing, lighting, sanitary ware, and technical supplies, where distribution networks, project channels, and showroom presence play a key role in market penetration.

Distributor & Dealer Search includes:

 

  • Identification of qualified distributors, dealers, and sector-specific partners
  • Pre-screening based on experience, coverage, and portfolio compatibility
  • Initial outreach and meeting coordination with selected candidates
  • Commercial and operational assessment to support partner selection
  • Support during negotiation phases and partnership structuring

 

By approaching partner search with a structured methodology and on-the-ground market knowledge, we help companies avoid low-quality intermediaries and focus on partners capable of delivering real commercial impact.

The result is a practical market entry pathway that enables Italian companies to establish local presence, generate consistent business opportunities, and grow sustainably in the Gulf region.



Through our Expo 2030 Construction Access service, we provide Italian companies with direct access to the construction ecosystem linked to Expo 2030 Riyadh, one of the largest and most strategic development programs in the Gulf region.

Expo 2030 is driving a vast pipeline of projects involving infrastructure, venues, hospitality, residential developments, public spaces, and supporting urban systems. Our role is to position Italian companies within this ecosystem by facilitating structured access to key stakeholders involved in planning, construction, and procurement activities.

This service is particularly relevant for companies operating in construction materials, technical systems, furnishing, lighting, sanitary ware, and interior solutions, where Expo-related projects generate long-term supply opportunities before, during, and after the event.

Expo 2030 Construction Access includes:

 

  • Identification of Expo 2030–related construction and infrastructure projects
  • Direct access to contractors, developers, and project stakeholders
  • Support in understanding procurement frameworks and timelines
  • Assistance during pre-qualification and technical alignment phases
  • Continuous monitoring of opportunities linked to Expo-driven developments

 

By leveraging our local presence and project intelligence, we help Italian companies approach Expo 2030 opportunities in a targeted and informed manner, avoiding fragmented entry and maximizing strategic visibility.

This service enables companies to participate in one of the most transformative construction cycles in the region, building long-term positioning in Saudi Arabia beyond the Expo timeframe.



Through our GCC Wide Operations service, we operate across all Gulf Cooperation Council countries, offering Italian companies coordinated market access beyond single-country entry strategies.

While Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates represent the primary gateways to the region, many projects, supply chains, and commercial decisions extend across multiple GCC markets. Our approach enables companies to leverage regional synergies while maintaining local relevance in each country.

This service is particularly valuable for companies active in construction, building materials, furnishing, lighting, sanitary ware, and technical solutions, where regional coverage often strengthens competitiveness and project eligibility.

GCC Wide Operations include:

 

  • Coordinated market access across all GCC countries
  • Alignment of commercial strategies at regional level
  • Support in managing cross-border projects and stakeholders
  • Identification of opportunities spanning multiple GCC markets
  • Local execution supported by regional market intelligence

 

By operating on a GCC-wide basis, Italian companies can reduce fragmentation, optimize resource allocation, and build a stronger regional footprint while adapting to country-specific regulatory and commercial frameworks.

This integrated model supports sustainable expansion in the Gulf, allowing companies to scale operations progressively and capitalize on opportunities across the entire region.



Some Axis Network in the Gulf Region


Riyadh Office: Khurais Br Rd 13211 - Riyadh - Tel. +966 53 7893105
Jeddah Office: Prince Sultan Rd, As Slamah, Jeddah 11326 - Tel. +966 50 8769527
Dubai Office: Duqe Square - QE2, Mina Rashid - Dubai - Tel. +971 55 4175932

Mr. Tareq Alradhi

Mr. Abdulmajed Alhussain

Mr. Yaser Alfezio

Mr. Anish Ashraf

Mr. Ayman Ghannam

Mr. Ali Maskoud

Mr. Sami Al Sabbagh

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