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Intersec Saudi Arabia gears up for biggest edition in October , welcoming 17,000 + visitors
Intersec Saudi Arabia , Saudi ’ s trade fair for safety , security , and fire protection , will return for a sixth edition from 1 to 3 October at the Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre . Organised by 1st Arabia and licensed by Messe Frankfurt , the exhibition is held in association with the Ministry of Interior and Saudi Civil Defence .
Intersec Saudi Arabia draws thousands of security and safety professionals from around the GCC each year to procure , learn and develop their knowledge of a rapidly growing industry .
A record-breaking 15,336 visitors attended the 2023 event , and 17,000 visitors are expected at the upcoming edition . The exhibition space for Intersec Saudi Arabia 2024 has increased by 34 % from 2023 , covering a total area of 23,000 sqm across five halls and one outdoor showcase .
Intersec Saudi Arabia is expected to host over 350 exhibitors from 27 countries and will feature country pavilions for China , the Czech Republic , France and the UK .
Saudi-based exhibitors account for 29 % of the participating companies , which are categorised across five product sectors – Commercial and Perimeter Security , Cybersecurity , Public Safety and Security , Fire and Rescue , and Safety and Health .
The Summits will run throughout the three-day event and have been developed to bring together the industry ’ s best and brightest minds , offering significant value to attendees and high-quality , valuable educational opportunities to attendees .
Key themes for the Future Security and Safety Summit include Moving Beyond Security – How to React to AI ’ s Transformative Potential and Boosting International Security Co-operation . Meanwhile , the Fire Protection and Technology Summit will explore Robotics and Automation for Fire Suppression and Fire Challenges due to Climate Change among other vital industry topics .
Aramco Digital partners with World Wide Technology for AI solutions in Saudi Arabia
Aramco Digital and World Wide Technology have partnered to spearhead the development of an AIpowered Digital Innovation Economy in Saudi Arabia . The partnership aims to transform the Saudi economy , including key industrial sectors such as energy and healthcare , by integrating advanced AI solutions , unlocking new opportunities for the country and localizing cutting-edge technologies with skills and know-how in the Kingdom .
Founded in 1990 , World Wide Technology , a privately owned global technology solutions provider , leading the AI and Digital Revolution , with $ 20 + billion in annual revenues , combines the power of strategy , execution and partnership to accelerate digital transformational outcomes .
Through its Advanced Technology Centre ,
WWT helps customers and partners conceptualize , test and validate innovative technology solutions for the best business outcomes and then deploys them at scale through its global warehousing , distribution and integration capabilities .
Omar Mir , International Board Member at World Wide Technology , said , “ With our substantial one-of-a-kind Lab and AI Proving Ground R & D environment , we enhance our capability to help the Kingdom ’ s economy experiment with and implement AI solutions tailored to their specific needs . Aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 , it highlights our commitment to drive enterprise AI adoption at a global scale , further cementing our role as a key player in the Middle East ’ s burgeoning technology landscape . We look forward to pushing the envelope of AI innovation for the benefit of the Kingdom as WWT expands across the Middle East , one of the world ’ s most critical innovation proving grounds .”
Aramco Digital ’ s CEO , Tareq Amin , noted that the partnership reflects the Saudi Vision 2030 ’ s goals of digital transformation and economic diversification , “ Together , Aramco Digital and WWT are pushing the boundaries of AI to enhance capabilities and create new opportunities by offering technology platforms and solutions .”
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