About the Forum

A Strategic Platform for the Future of GCC Industry

Made in GCC 2026 is the GCC's premier industrial forum and exhibition, bringing together government leaders, industry and investment to strengthen regional cooperation, accelerate industrial growth and advance the shared priorities of GCC member states.

Our Vision

To strengthen GCC industrial integration and position the region among the world's leading industrial economies through competitiveness, resilience, innovation, sustainability and collaboration.

Forum Objectives

Made in GCC 2026 aims to

Strengthen industrial cooperation and integration among GCC member states.

Support the development of integrated regional value chains.

Increase the international competitiveness of GCC industries.

Promote GCC-made products, technologies, services and industrial solutions.

Strengthen dialogue between policymakers and the private sector.

Facilitate knowledge exchange and the sharing of industrial best practices.

Connect manufacturers with investors, buyers and strategic partners.

Encourage industrial financing and public-private partnerships.

Accelerate the adoption of Industry 4.0, artificial intelligence, automation and digitalisation.

Advance green manufacturing and sustainable industrial development.

Support national talent and workforce development.

Create opportunities for investment, exports and long-term commercial collaboration.

Organised by

Made in GCC 2026 is organised by the Ministry of Industry and Commerce of the Kingdom of Bahrain, in collaboration with the General Secretariat of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).

Hosted by the Kingdom of Bahrain, the Forum and Exhibition reflect the country's commitment to strengthening industrial integration, supporting regional collaboration and positioning the GCC as a globally competitive manufacturing hub.