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Affairs (GESALO), and HIMA’s executive management. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, led by the
senior management teams from both Saudi Aramco and HIMA, marked the official inauguration

of HIMA Saudi Arabia.

Steffen Philipp, Managing Partner of HIMA, said: “HIMA celebrated the inauguration of our first
facility in Saudi Arabia, marking a significant milestone in our global leadership in safety-related
automation solutions. With the most recent launch, we have reiterated our commitment to the

Kingdom and Vision 2030 strategy. Our mission is to support regional goals, develop local
talent, and aid in the development of a safer future. HIMA Saudi Arabia will thus stand as a

representation of our commitment to the aspirations of the visionary people of Saudi Arabia.”

With the establishment of the new facility, HIMA proudly aligns its efforts with the In-Kingdom

Total Value Add (IKTVA) program — a dynamic localization initiative. This strategic move
signifies HIMA’s commitment to actively contributing to crucial IKTVA program elements, which

include fostering collaboration, expanding local supply chain capabilities, and supporting
suppliers in-Kingdom. By leveraging its global expertise, HIMA Saudi Arabia aims to play a vital
role in advancing innovation and strengthening Saudi Arabia’s position as a preferred export

hub.

Jörg de la Motte, CEO of HIMA, said: “The opening of HIMA Saudi Arabia marks a significant
step in our efforts to elevate industrial safety in the region. The expansion highlights our
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steadfast commitment to offering security and convenience to our clients with 1 class safety
technologies and services, while also aligning with the ambitious goals of Vision 2030. We will
continue to reinvent our offerings and hope to shape a future characterized by collaborative

development and transformative safety solutions.”

Andrew Dennant, Vice President of HIMA Middle East, said: “With our extensive knowledge of
the industry, applications, cybersecurity, and innovative products, we are committed to better

understanding and catering to the evolving needs of our customers. Our new facility is therefore
designed to act as a key enabler in attaining these ambitious goals. We look forward to
leveraging our industry expertise and collaborating with our partners and customers to shape

the future of industrial safety across KSA and beyond.”

With commitment to safety as one of its guiding principles, HIMA is positioned as a global leader
in protecting people, assets and the environment from harm. As a family-owned business with
Safety-DNA and the vision to set the pace in the Digitalization of Functional Safety, HIMA is

dedicated to delivering safety-related automation solutions with the highest level of reliability
and unparalleled product continuity.

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