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1/10/24, 1:30 PM HIMA inaugurates first facility in Saudi Arabia,demonstrating strong commitment - Middle East News 247

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 steadfast commitment to
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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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