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UL Solutions and Saudi Electricity Company Join Forces to Enhance Fire Safety in Saudi Arabia

  • UL Solutions signed a memorandum of understanding with Saudi Electricity Company to collaborate on advancing fire protection & life safety standards in Saudi Arabia.
  • The partnership prioritizes operational excellence, risk management, & the development of training programs based on UL standards for fire/life safety.
  • Key activities under the agreement include delivering targeted fire safety training & testing/certifying systems & components to enhance public safety.
  • The initiative aims to leverage UL Solutions' expertise with Saudi Electricity Company's nationwide reach to strengthen fire prevention across local communities & the energy sector.
  • Todd Denison of UL Solutions stated the partnership addresses security needs driven by the rapid, large-scale development of Saudi Electricity Company projects.
  • Eng. Sultan Al Mahasheer of Saudi Electricity Company noted the agreement aligns the company with global fire protection standards & reinforces its commitment to safety excellence.
  • Saudi Electricity Company is the primary electricity source in the Kingdom, with major shareholders being the Public Investment Fund (74.3%) & Saudi Aramco (6.9%).