Welcome to the RDImoonshot the National RDI Universe platform – Your Gateway to Innovation

The RDImoonshot is the National RDI Universe platform designed to be your gateway to access RDI services and offerings to connect, collaborate, and innovate within Saudi Arabia’s thriving research and innovation ecosystem. Designed for the private sector entities, researchers, entrepreneurs, and partners from the private and public sectors, it fosters high-impact innovation, mission-driven programs, and strategic partnerships across industries.

The Aspiration

Vision: Empower the innovation ecosystem to drive impact in Saudi Arabia and beyond in an activated, connected and thriving community that advances RDI national priorities.

Mission: Position the Kingdom as a global innovation hub by improving the ease of doing business and providing the support needed for the private sector to collaboratively deliver breakthroughs.

Objectives:

• Attract Global Innovators & Investments – The RDImoonshot aspires to position Saudi Arabia as a leading global innovation hub, offering incentives and funding to encourage international participation and investment in R&D.
• Strengthen RDI Collaboration – It seeks to build strong linkages between academia, industry, and government, fostering partnerships and joint innovation projects to address national and global challenges.
• Enable Business Growth & Innovation – The RDImoonshot aims to simplify business processes, enhance regulatory support, and provide access to funding, infrastructure, and commercialization pathways to accelerate innovation.

Target Audience

• Private Sector (Start-ups, SMEs, and Large Corporations)
• Researchers, Academics, and Entrepreneurs
• Funding entities (Incubators, Accelerators, Investors, and Venture Capitalists)
• Government Entities
• Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)
• Research Institutions