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1/10/24, 1:30 PM HIMA inaugurates first facility in Saudi Arabia | UAE News 24/7
Steffen Philipp, Managing Partner of HIMA, said: “HIMA
celebrated the inauguration of our first facility in Saudi Arabia,
marking a significant milestone in ourglobal 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 alignsits
efforts with the In-Kingdom Total Value Add (IKTVA) program—a
dynamic localizationinitiative. 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
steadfast commitment to offering security and convenience to our
st
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 thereforedesigned 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, assetsand 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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