KNETCO and Johnson Controls Forge Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Smart Building Solutions in Kuwait
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Kuwait City, July 3: KNETCO, A leader and trusted partner in transforming businesses visions into digital reality in Kuwait, and Johnson Controls, a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced a strategic partnership agreement today. The ceremony, held at the Courtyard Marriott Hotel in Kuwait City, marks a significant milestone in the collaboration between these two leading companies. This partnership is expected to bring about revolutionary changes in the smart building sector in Kuwait.
A New Era of Smart Building Solutions
The partnership aims to leverage Johnson Controls’ “OpenBlue” the blueprint of the future for smart buildings, transforming buildings from static entities into smart, strategic assets. OpenBlue is a comprehensive system of connected technologies that integrate data from multiple sources to provide a unified view of building operational technology status. This platform not only tracks and analyzes operations but also offers actionable recommendations and executes commands automatically to ensure optimal building performance.
Vision of Riham Al-Ghanim Riham Fouad Al-Ghanim, Chairperson of KNETCO
Al-Ghanim Expressed her enthusiasm for this partnership, affirming its alignment with KNETCO’s strategic goals. “This collaboration underscores our commitment to delivering advanced digital and technological solutions. Through our partnership with Johnson Controls, we are poised to transform the smart building industry in Kuwait. Our focus on developing smart infrastructure and integrating cutting-edge technologies will lead to significant progress, benefiting our clients and the community as a whole.”
She added that KNETCO is the first company in the region to enter into this agreement with Johnson Controls to distribute and export smart building and city technology services to the region, meeting urban development needs and transitioning to a sustainable green economy that protects the climate and environment. The new services will accelerate this transition in Kuwait, offering smart solutions to manage and optimize energy usage in buildings and cities.
Al-Ghanim continued: “KNETCO is committed to providing the latest digital and technological solutions, focusing on developing smart infrastructure and smart communication services across all sectors of the state, strengthening business relationships with key partners and establishing new strategic partnerships in both the government and private sectors.”
Commitment of Khaled Samy, CEO of KNETCO, emphasized operational and strategic alignment between the two companies. “We are excited to partner with Johnson Controls, a global leader known for its innovative solutions. Together, we will develop and implement smart infrastructure solutions that enhance operational efficiency, sustainability, and the comprehensive user experience. This partnership is a significant step toward realizing our vision of transforming traditional buildings into smart, efficient, and sustainable environments.
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Khaled Samy, CEO of KNETCO, echoed these sentiments, highlighting the operational and strategic synergies between the two companies. “We are excited to partner with Johnson Controls, a global leader known for its innovative solutions. Together, we will develop and implement smart infrastructure solutions that enhance operational efficiency, sustainability, and the overall user experience. This partnership is a significant step towards realizing our vision of transforming traditional buildings into smart, efficient, and sustainable environments that revolutionize building and city management through smart infrastructure solutions and IoT technologies, enhancing smart control to save and optimize energy.”
Johnson Controls’ Technological Expertise
Mohammad Khalid, Vice President and General Manager for the Middle East and North Africa at Johnson Controls, on the partnership, stating, “Our collaboration with KNETCO empowers us to deliver the award-winning OpenBlue platform to the Middle East. Through data-driven insights and advanced technological solutions, we’re transforming the region’s built environment by creating smarter, healthier, and more sustainable buildings. This partnership represents another significant step towards a greener future.”
Regional Impact and Expansion
KNETCO, part of the Fouad Alghanim & Sons Group of Companies, has a strong regional presence with operations in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt. This strategic partnership will enhance KNETCO’s ability to deliver innovative solutions across these markets, further solidifying its leadership position in the region.
Riham Alghanim noted, “Our extensive regional presence enables us to reach a wide audience and deliver tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of each market. This partnership with Johnson Controls will allow us to set new benchmarks in the smart building sector, driving growth and innovation across Kuwait.”
Commitment to Sustainability
Both KNETCO and Johnson Controls are deeply committed to sustainability. By integrating smart technologies and data-driven insights, the partnership aims to create buildings that are not only efficient and high-performing but also environmentally sustainable. This focus on sustainability is in line with both companies’ long-term strategic goals and their commitment to making a positive impact on the environment.
Looking Ahead
The strategic partnership between KNETCO and Johnson Controls represents a bold step forward in the field of smart building solutions. With a shared vision of innovation, sustainability, and excellence, the companies are poised to lead the way in transforming the built environment in the Kuwait.
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