Appropriate Size and Layout

When planning for a warehouse in Saudi Arabia, size and layout are just as critical as location. The right warehouse footprint ensures efficient space utilization, supports operational workflows, and allows for future scalability. Businesses must consider ceiling height, column spacing, dock access, floor load capacity, and potential for interior modifications. Fortunately, Saudi Arabia offers a wide range of facilities—custom-built or ready-to-use—designed for small-scale warehousing up to large industrial and automated logistics centers. Below are examples of warehouse size/layout options ideal for different business needs.

1. Small-Scale Warehouses – Riyadh & Jeddah

Location Overview:
Small warehouses ranging from 500–2,000 sqm are commonly available in logistics zones around southern Riyadh and northern Jeddah. These facilities are best suited for SMEs, regional distributors, and specialty product storage. They typically feature basic racking, security systems, and easy road access.

Why Choose Small-Scale Layouts?

Affordability: Lower rental costs make them ideal for startups or cost-conscious businesses.
Ease of Management: Compact spaces are easier to monitor, manage, and secure.
Flexible Usage: Often used for niche products, light e-commerce, or temperature-controlled inventory.
Strategic Access: Located near ring roads and business districts for fast last-mile delivery.

Usual Size Range:
500–2,000 sqm

2. Mid-Sized Modular Warehouses – Dammam 2nd Industrial City

Location Overview:
Mid-sized warehouses in Dammam’s 2nd Industrial City range between 2,000–10,000 sqm and are designed with modular layouts that allow tenants to expand or divide spaces as needed. These are suitable for logistics firms, manufacturers, or regional fulfillment hubs.

Why Choose Mid-Sized Layouts?

Modular Design: Easily expandable or divisible based on operational growth.
Integrated Features: Includes office spaces, loading docks, and optional mezzanine levels.
Energy Efficiency: Built with ventilation and insulation suited for the Eastern Province climate.
Heavy Load Capacity: Reinforced flooring supports machinery and bulk goods storage.

Usual Size Range:
2,000–10,000 sqm

3. High-Clearance Warehouses – King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC)

Location Overview:
At KAEC, modern high-clearance warehouses are purpose-built for large-scale logistics and automated operations. With ceiling heights exceeding 12 meters and advanced racking systems, these spaces optimize vertical storage and are ideal for 3PL providers and e-commerce giants.

Why Choose High-Clearance Layouts?

Vertical Storage: Maximize storage density without expanding footprint.
Automation Ready: Designed for robotic systems and automated picking lines.
Temperature Control: Climate-controlled options for pharmaceuticals or perishables.
Efficient Docking: Multiple dock doors enable fast inbound/outbound flow.

Usual Size Range:
10,000–30,000+ sqm

4. Custom-Built Logistics Parks – Sudair Industrial City

Location Overview:
Sudair Industrial City, located north of Riyadh, offers expansive land plots for businesses seeking build-to-suit warehouses. These developments are tailored for long-term tenants needing specialized layouts, such as cold storage, multi-temperature zones, or integrated production and warehousing.

Why Choose Custom Layouts?

Tailored to Spec: Built exactly to operational needs—from layout to loading systems.
Large Plot Sizes: Suitable for manufacturers, distributors, or cross-dock logistics centers.
Tech Integration: IoT and WMS-ready infrastructure for smart warehousing.
Long-Term Value: Reduces retrofitting costs and improves lifecycle efficiency.

Usual Size Range:
20,000–50,000+ sqm (customizable)