Aldar Audit Bureau (Grant Thornton Saudi Arabia) has announced a strategic collaboration with AstroLabs to offer international companies an integrated pathway to establish and scale operations in the Kingdom.
The partnership introduces a ‘Setup-to-Scale’ model, combining AstroLabs’ capabilities in entity setup, compliance, and operational support with Grant Thornton’s expertise in tax, audit, advisory, and local content services.
The initiative is designed to address the evolving needs of international businesses entering Saudi Arabia, where successful market entry increasingly depends on long-term operational readiness and compliance.
Under the new model, the focus extends beyond initial company formation to encompass the full business lifecycle.
This includes building effective teams, ensuring regulatory compliance, managing tax and accounting processes, and achieving operational efficiency.
The collaboration brings together AstroLabs’ end-to-end operational platform with Grant Thornton’s comprehensive professional services offering, creating a seamless and coordinated approach for businesses navigating both market entry and expansion phases.
Imad Adileh, Principal at Grant Thornton Saudi Arabia, said that, “Saudi Arabia’s market is evolving at pace, and international companies require partners who can support them from day one through to long-term scale. Through our collaboration with AstroLabs, we provide a streamlined, end-to-end journey that reduces friction and accelerates sustainable growth.”
Roland Daher, CEO of AstroLabs, added that, “We are seeing a growing number of mature international companies entering Saudi Arabia with clear long-term commitments. Success today is not just about setup but about building strong foundations across compliance, operations, and advisory. Together with Grant Thornton Saudi Arabia, we aim to deliver a more integrated and effective growth experience.”
The initiative will serve a shared client base of international and upper mid-market companies, offering coordinated support at every stage of the business lifecycle.
