Riyadh – Sharikat Mubasher: In response to rising global interest in the Saudi market, Grant Thornton Saudi Arabia has partnered with AstroLabs to provide international companies with a streamlined pathway to launch and expand their operations in the Kingdom.

As per a recent press release, the partnership introduces a “Setup-to-Scale” model designed to provide integrated support for businesses entering Saudi Arabia. The approach combines AstroLabs’ capabilities in company formation, compliance, and operational support with Grant Thornton’s expertise in tax, audit, advisory, and local content services.

The initiative aims to address growing demand from international firms seeking to enter the Saudi market by offering coordinated support from initial market entry to long-term operational growth.

According to Imad Adileh, Principal at Grant Thornton Saudi Arabia, the Kingdom’s rapidly evolving business environment requires partners capable of supporting companies from initial establishment through sustainable expansion. Through the collaboration with AstroLabs, the firm aims to deliver a smoother end-to-end process that reduces operational friction and helps businesses scale more efficiently.

Roland Daher, CEO of AstroLabs, noted that an increasing number of established international companies are entering Saudi Arabia with long-term ambitions. He explained that success in the market depends not only on company setup but also on building strong operational, compliance, and advisory foundations.

Through the partnership, both organizations plan to serve a shared client base of international and upper mid-market companies, providing integrated support across the full business lifecycle.