The Authority is committed to enabling investors and innovative projects to test and develop their solutions within the economic cities and special economic zones, through flexible regulatory pathways and dedicated support programs
Innovation Support
Page last updated: September 20, 2026
Our Programs
Support Across the Innovation Journey
Regulatory Sandbox
A flexible regulatory track that lets innovative projects test new products and services within a defined scope before rolling them out more broadly.
Technical & Advisory Support
A dedicated team guides project owners in identifying the right regulatory track and licenses for their activity.
Partnership with Innovation-Supporting Entities
The Authority coordinates with relevant government bodies and business accelerators to connect investors with funding opportunities and specialized incubators.
Priority for Promising Sectors
Priority is given to projects in the strategic sectors of the economic cities and special economic zones, such as electric mobility, cloud computing, and life sciences.
The Innovation Journey
Five Stages, One Path From Idea to Launch
01
Discovery
We track challenges and explore innovation opportunities within the economic cities and special economic zones through dialogue with stakeholders.
02
Development
We help project owners build prototypes of their solutions in coordination with the relevant entities.
03
Testing
Solutions are tested within the regulatory sandbox, under the Authority's direct supervision.
04
Incubation & Support
We connect projects with incubators, accelerators, and supporting entities to prepare them for growth.
05
Launch
We support the project's launch within the economic cities and special economic zones and connect it with investment opportunities.
Who Benefits
Built for Everyone Driving Innovation Forward
Zone & City Investors
To test innovative solutions and grow their business within a supportive regulatory environment.
Startups
To test their products and access partnership and funding opportunities.
Entrepreneurs
To turn their ideas into viable projects within the economic cities and special economic zones.
Universities & Researchers
To connect applied research with real challenges facing the economic cities and special economic zones.
Innovation-Supporting Entities
To collaborate with the Authority in enabling innovative projects.
Public & Beneficiaries
To share ideas and challenges that help shape solutions serving the economic cities and special economic zones.
Have an Idea?
Share Your Idea
An open channel for investors, entrepreneurs, and the public to submit ideas and suggestions that support innovation within the economic cities and special economic zones.