PMU will invest at SPARK to develop a state-of-the-art training and education centre over an area of 35,000sqm
King Salman Energy Park (SPARK), the region’s only fully integrated energy hub, in cooperation with International Maritime Industries (IMI), the region’s largest maritime facility, recently signed a memorandum of understanding with Prince Mohammed Bin Fahd University (PMU) for collaboration in the training and development of young Saudi university students.
The MoU between the three entities signifies their commitment to creating dedicated educational programs, training and development opportunities, and engaging in research and development that will cultivate the skills and talent of young Saudi professionals as they prepare to enter the workforce.
“In our commitment to building a more sustainable future for the industry and the Kingdom, this collaboration with IMI and PMU marks the beginning of many opportunities for other institutions and companies to work with us to encourage knowledge transfer and career development,” remarked Saif Al Qahtani, President and CEO, SPARK.
“The naval architecture and maritime engineering sector that IMI is creating will provide career openings in a brand-new industry in the Kingdom. The Saudi maritime industry is developing rapidly and we are proud to be a key catalyst in its growth, with our partners SPARK and PMU,” commented Fathi K. Al-Saleem, CEO, IMI.
In addition to the MoU, PMU will invest at SPARK to develop a state-of-the-art training and education center over an area of 35,000sqm. Operating as a satellite campus, the training and education center will have the capacity to host 500 students and will offer both graduate and undergraduate training opportunities ranging from preparatory orientation to highly specialized programs.
“The University has also signed another agreement with IMI to collaborate on the design and provision of dedicated training programs tailored to IMI employee needs, Al Ansari added,” observed Dr. Issa Bin Hassan Al Ansari, President, Prince Mohammed Bin Fahd University.
Located at Ras Al-Khair on Saudi Arabia’s eastern seaboard, International Maritime Industries (IMI) will be the largest maritime facility in the MENA region, with global ambitions and reach.
