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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 steadfast commitment to offering security and
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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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