Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 301111: Manufacture of passenger ships

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 301111

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 301111 designates Manufacture of passenger ships (صناعة سفن الركاب) under the official Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (January 2025 / 2026 Edition, based on UN ISIC Rev. 4) administered by the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT).

It serves as the mandatory regulatory benchmark for Commercial Registration (CR) with the Ministry of Commerce, MISA foreign investment licensing (allowing up to 100% foreign equity ownership), municipal permits on the Balady portal, and Nitaqat Saudization quota determinations by MHRSD.

Key Classification Facts

Parameter	Official Value
Saudi SSIC Code	`301111`
Official Title (EN)	Manufacture of passenger ships
Official Title (AR)	صناعة سفن الركاب
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`3011` — Manufacture of ships and floating offshore installations
Supervisory Authority	Ministry Of Industry And Mineral Resources
Licensing Entity	Ministry Of Industry And Mineral Resources
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`301112`	Manufacture of ferries	صناعة العبارات	View Code 301112 →
`301113`	Manufacture of goods ships	صناعة سفن البضائع	View Code 301113 →
`301114`	Manufacture of oil tankers	صناعة ناقلات النفط	View Code 301114 →
`301115`	Manufacture of ship trailer	صناعة قاطرات السفن	View Code 301115 →
`301120`	Military ships building	بناء السفن العسكرية	View Code 301120 →
`301131`	Manufacture of floating offshore installations, including (floats, get-off platforms, floating tanks, flat bottom canoes)	صناعة المنشآت العائمة ، يشمل ( العوامات ، منصات النزول ، الخزانات العائمة ، الزوارق المسطحة القاع )	View Code 301131 →
`301132`	Manufacture of non-navigational ships, including (drillers, floating platforms and walls)	صناعة سفن نشاطها غير ملاحي ، يشمل ( الحفارات ، الأرصفة والأحواض العائمة )	View Code 301132 →
`301141`	Manufacture of fishing boats	صناعة قوارب الصيد	View Code 301141 →
`301142`	Manufacture of ships that contain fish preparation factories	صناعة السفن المشتملة على مصانع تجهيز الأسماك	View Code 301142 →
`301151`	Manufacturing of parts of military platforms used for military ships	صناعة أجزاء السفن العسكرية	View Code 301151 →
`301152`	Military ships plating	تصفيح السفن العسكرية	View Code 301152 →

Regulatory & Business Setup Use Cases in Saudi Arabia

Ministry of Commerce (MC): Required on your Saudi Commercial Registration (CR) to legally define the company’s business activities.
Ministry of Investment (MISA): Determines eligibility for 100% foreign-owned investment licenses and capital requirements. See our MISA Licensing Guide.
ZATCA Taxation & Zakat: Activity categorization for Corporate Income Tax (20%), Zakat (2.5%), and 15% VAT filing rules. See our ZATCA Tax Guide.
MHRSD / Qiwa (Nitaqat Quotas): Determines the required percentage of Saudi national employees. Check our Nitaqat Saudization Guide.
Balady Municipal Licensing: Establishes commercial shop, office, and warehouse zoning compliance.

Compliance & Regulatory Risk Assessment

Assessment Factor	Verification Status	Regulatory Source / Evidence
Official GASTAT Registry	✅ Verified	Confirmed in official GASTAT SSIC January 2025 / 2026 release
ISIC Rev. 4 International Crosswalk	✅ Aligned	Standardized UN International Industrial Classification mapping
Commercial Registration (CR) Active	✅ Eligible	Available for immediate filing on Ministry of Commerce portal
MISA Foreign Investment Path	✅ Permitted	100% foreign equity eligible under MISA investment criteria
5-Tier Structural Hierarchy	✅ Complete	Full parent-child relationship verified from Section to Activity
Overall Regulatory Readiness Score	🟢 10 / 10	Low Compliance Risk / Ready for Commercial Setup

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What does Saudi SSIC code 301111 cover?

SSIC 301111 covers Manufacture of passenger ships (صناعة سفن الركاب) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 301111?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of Ministry Of Industry And Mineral Resources.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 301111?

Yes. In most sectors, the Ministry of Investment (MISA) permits 100% foreign equity ownership. Refer to our MISA Guide for full requirements.

4. How does SSIC 301111 affect my company’s Nitaqat rating?

MHRSD calculates your Saudization tier based on your primary SSIC activity registered on your Commercial Registration.

Official Source Attribution & Disclaimer

Primary Data Source: General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT) — National Classification for Economic Activities.

Commercial Portal: Ministry of Commerce (MC)

This page is an independent reference resource. Cross-verify critical licensing details on official government portals before filing commercial applications.