The Startup Ecosystem of Dammam

Dammam has 7 startups in our sample database which represents about 7% of Saudi Arabia’s sampled startups. Dammam is the 3rd best startup ecosystem in Saudi Arabia.

CITY RANKING

In 2023, the startup scene of Dammam shows much promise after advancing in the Global Ecosystem Index by 18 spots.

National Ranking

3rd
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In Saudi Arabia

Regional Ranking

19th
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In Middle East

Global Ranking

545th
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18
Worldwide
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The Startup Ecosystem in Dammam

Startups in Dammam excel in Software and Data, , and and undefined. There are some notable success stories contributing to the city’s growing Software and Data industry. One of the most promising startups in Dammam in 2023 is PayTabs, Golden Scent, and B8ak.

Global Rank

Dammam is ranked within the top 1000 startup ecosystems globally.

Top Industries

Dammam’s startups excel particularly in Software and Data where it ranks 541 and in undefined, and undefined. Find out more

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Startups

Notable Startups in Dammam
PayTabs startup icon
PayTabs
Golden Scent startup icon
Golden Scent
B8ak startup icon
B8ak

Startups

Successful Software and Data startups in Dammam
B8ak startup icon
B8ak
Near Motion startup icon
Near Motion

Startups

Startups Ranking by Industry

Software and Data icon
Software and Data
#541 worldwide

On our map, you can explore a total of 2 startups for Software and Data.

ECOSYSTEM

Why should you join Dammam's Startup Ecosystem?

Overview

Within Dammam there is an increased attraction for entrepreneurs to set up their startups in industries such as Software and Data, , . These three industries account for all startups represented on Dammam's Startup Ecosystem Map.

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National Rank

19th

Regional Rank

Overview

Dammam is Saudi Arabia's 3rd best startup ecosystem and is ranked 19th in Middle East. With a population of <0.1M people, Dammam is ranked 545th in the world. The city has some notable startup success stories including PayTabs.

ECOSYSTEM
Startup Infrastructure in Dammam
With a large variety of initiatives, Dammam's startup ecosystem stands out from other cities in Middle East. Dammam offers a number of funding opportunities for entrepreneurs and startups. Below is a list of Dammam's most prominent support initiatives:

Coworking Spaces

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Regus - Al Khobar, Al Rashed Towers

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Regus - Dammam Novotel Business park

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Spaces - Khobar, Ajdan Walk

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