June 2026 – Saudi Arabian Military Industries (SAMI) expanded its aerospace manufacturing capabilities through new localization initiatives for aircraft components and precision fasteners, supporting the Kingdom's Vision 2030 objective of strengthening its domestic aerospace supply chain.
April 2026 – National Industrial Development Center (NIDC), in collaboration with Saudi aerospace partners, announced new investments to expand local production of aerospace components, including high-performance fastening systems for military and commercial aircraft.
November 2025 – LISI Aerospace strengthened its presence in the Middle East by expanding the supply of advanced titanium and high-strength aerospace fasteners for commercial aviation and defense programs serving Saudi Arabia.
July 2025 – Howmet Aerospace enhanced its aerospace fastening solutions with next-generation lightweight fasteners and engineered fastening systems designed to improve aircraft performance, fuel efficiency, and structural reliability for customers across the Middle East.