SRMG and Naif Alrajhi Investment Forge Strategic Media Alliance

Deal News | Apr 23, 2025 | Zawya

SRMG and Naif Alrajhi Investment Forge Strategic Media Alliance

SRMG, the largest integrated media group in the MENA region, and Naif Alrajhi Investment, a prominent Saudi investment firm with a diverse portfolio, have announced a strategic partnership aimed at reshaping the landscape of media and advertising in the MENA region. This collaboration is centered around two strategic priorities: the expansion of Phi's out-of-home (OOH) advertising capabilities and a partnership with Veyron Marketing to drive innovation in media and marketing. SRMG's newly launched SRMG Media Solutions (SMS), a cutting-edge advertising arm, will offer a portfolio that includes prominent brands like Asharq Al-Awsat and Arab News, enhancing Naif Alrajhi Investment's reach and capabilities. The union will leverage SMS's vast content distribution network, which spans digital, social, TV, and print media, and will benefit from Veyron's marketing solutions and media planning expertise. The partnership underscores a shared vision to expand digital capabilities and drive commercial opportunities in the media sector regionally and globally. SRMG's CEO, Jomana R. Alrashid, emphasized the collaboration's potential in creating a powerful ecosystem for brands to engage audiences more effectively, while Naif Saleh Alrajhi highlighted the partnership's potential in shaping the future of media and marketing.

Sectors

  • Media & Advertising
  • Investment

Geography

  • Saudi Arabia – Naif Alrajhi Investment is a Saudi investment firm, and the partnership aims to bolster the media and advertising industries specifically in Saudi Arabia.
  • MENA Region – SRMG is a leading media group in the MENA region, and the partnership focuses on growth and innovation across this geographical area.

Industry

  • Media & Advertising – The partnership is focused on advancing the media and advertising industries in the MENA region through innovative solutions and strategic alliances.
  • Investment – Naif Alrajhi Investment's involvement reflects their role in mergers and acquisitions, investing strategically in diverse portfolios to foster growth.

Financials

    Participants

    NameRoleTypeDescription
    SRMG (Saudi Research and Media Group)PartnerCompanyThe largest integrated media group in the MENA region, SRMG is known for its extensive portfolio across various media channels.
    Naif Alrajhi InvestmentPartnerCompanyA leading Saudi investment firm with diverse interests in sectors including media, real estate, and more.
    Veyron MarketingPartner CompanyCompanyA prominent player in Saudi Arabia's advertising industry, known for innovative marketing and robust media solutions.
    PhiAdvertising ProviderCompanyA key player in the Middle East's OOH advertising, offering a range of traditional and digital advertising solutions.
    Jomana R. AlrashidCEO of SRMGPersonLeader of SRMG emphasizing the partnership's potential to create a dynamic ecosystem for effective audience engagement.
    Naif Saleh AlrajhiChairman & CEO of Naif Alrajhi InvestmentPersonExecutive highlighting the partnership’s innovation and new opportunities for advertisers.