The TonoForge AI platform, developed by Belgian firm Tonomia, is set for localization in Saudi Arabia following a strategic collaboration agreement with regional technology company EpicSemi. The two companies stated their intent after the Semiconductor Forum KSA 2026, held in Riyadh.
Partnership Scope and Objectives
The collaboration aims to combine Tonomia’s modular AI factory architecture with EpicSemi’s regional capabilities in semiconductors, storage, cooling, and industrial solutions. Together, the companies plan to deploy sovereign, energy-efficient AI infrastructure adapted for high-performance operation in regional environments.
The agreement aligns with Saudi Vision 2030 goals, specifically targeting local content development, semiconductor capabilities, AI sovereignty, and sustainable digital infrastructure within the Kingdom.
TonoForge AI Platform Details
TonoForge is described as a globally scalable, modular AI factory platform. Tonomia positions the platform for deployment across large-scale industrial environments. The localization effort will focus on adapting the platform to Saudi regulations and the requirements of key economic sectors.
EpicSemi will contribute local content and regional expertise to the adaptation process. The companies specifically identified oil and gas, and mining sites as priority deployment environments for the platform in Saudi Arabia.
Executive Statements
“The Semiconductor Forum KSA 2026 highlights Saudi Arabia’s ambition to become a global hub for AI, semiconductors, and advanced digital infrastructure. With TonoForge, we are building a globally scalable AI factory platform, and our collaboration with EpicSemi supports the localization of this architecture for Saudi Arabia in alignment with Vision 2030.”
Dr. Mustapha Belhabib, CEO, Tonomia
“AI does not just happen in mega data centers. In Saudi Arabia, AI can create huge impact where the industrial megawatts and barrels are. That is where TonoForge can potentially bring value close to oil and gas and mining sites. We look forward to localizing TonoForge with Saudi local content from EpicSemi, and adapt the solution for applications and regulation in the industries essential for Saudi economy.”
Dr. Naveed Sherwan, CEO, EpicSemi
Regional Ambitions and Future Outlook
The announcement reflects a shared intent to explore a long-term partnership model. Both companies stated the model would support local value creation, technology sovereignty, and scalable AI infrastructure across Saudi Arabia, the Middle East, and Asia.
The Semiconductor Forum KSA 2026 served as the backdrop for the agreement, underscoring the Kingdom’s growing role as a destination for advanced technology investment. Saudi Arabia has accelerated efforts to build domestic capabilities in AI and semiconductors as part of its broader economic diversification agenda under Vision 2030.
EpicSemi operates as a regional player with established capabilities in semiconductor supply and industrial technology. Tonomia, headquartered in Belgium, brings international AI infrastructure design expertise to the partnership. The two firms said they will work toward formalizing the collaboration model in the coming period.
