Saudi Arabia SSIC Code 331501: Repair and routine maintenance of ships

Saudi Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC 2026)
Classification Level: Activity | Official Code: 331501

Executive Summary & Classification Scope

SSIC code 331501 designates Repair and routine maintenance of ships (الإصلاح والصيانة الروتينية للسفن) 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).

Detailed Description: Industrial workshops that carry out routine repair and maintenance of ships

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	`331501`
Official Title (EN)	Repair and routine maintenance of ships
Official Title (AR)	الإصلاح والصيانة الروتينية للسفن
Classification Level	Activity
Section Category	Section C — Manufacturing
Parent Entity Code	`3315` — Repair of transport equipment, except motor vehicles
Supervisory Authority	Saudi Ports Authority
Licensing Entity	Saudi Ports Authority
Standard Custodian	General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT)
Edition / Version	SSIC 2025 / 2026 Edition

Code	Title (EN)	Title (AR)	Details
`331502`	Repair and maintenance of pleasure boats	إصلاح وصيانة زوارق الترفيه	View Code 331502 →
`331503`	Repair and maintenance of locomotives and railroad cars	إصلاح وصيانة قاطرات وعربات السكك الحديدية	View Code 331503 →
`331504`	Repair and maintenance of aircraft	اصلاح وصيانة الطائرات	View Code 331504 →
`331506`	Repair of animal drawn buggies and wagons	إصلاح عربات نقل التي تجرها الحيوانات	View Code 331506 →
`331507`	Repair and maintenance of spacecraft and satellites	اصلاح وصيانة المركبات الفضائية والاقمار الصناعية	View Code 331507 →
`331511`	MRO works of military vehicles	أعمال الإصلاح والصيانة والعمرة للمركبات العسكرية	View Code 331511 →
`331512`	Maintenance, repair and overhaul of military ships	أعمال الإصلاح والصيانة والعمرة للسفن العسكرية	View Code 331512 →
`331513`	MRO works of military aircrafts	أعمال الإصلاح والصيانة والعمرة للطائرات العسكرية	View Code 331513 →
`331514`	Maintenance, repair and overhaul of parts of military platforms	أعمال الإصلاح والصيانة والعمرة لأجزاء المنظومات العسكرية للمركبات والطائرات والسفن العسكرية	View Code 331514 →

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 331501 cover?

SSIC 331501 covers Repair and routine maintenance of ships (الإصلاح والصيانة الروتينية للسفن) under Saudi Arabia’s official industrial classification system.

2. Which authority regulates activities under SSIC 331501?

Activities under this code fall under the supervision of Saudi Ports Authority.

3. Can international investors establish a business with code 331501?

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 331501 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.