Johnson Controls Arabia welcomes 10K students at the YORK manufacturing complex as part of the Future Industrialists initiative

Johnson Controls Arabia welcomes 10K students at the YORK manufacturing complex as part of the Future Industrialists initiative

Jeddah, Saudi Arabia: Johnson Controls Arabia (JCIA), a leading provider of integrated solutions that include HVAC equipment, fire and security systems, building management systems and controls in MENA, has announced its participation as founding partner in the Future Industrialists initiative. Implemented by the Association for Distinguished Initiatives, General Directorate of Education in Jeddah, and the Industrial Council of the Chamber of Commerce in Jeddah, the initiative is supported by JCIA as part of its strategic commitment towards empowering young talent in the Kingdom.

Future Industrialists initiative features the participation of over 10,000 high school male and female students to compete under three categories, including the creative, the discoverer, and the ambassador, for SAR 100,000 worth of awards. Additionally, 30 student winners will benefit from the opportunity to be recruited for a summer internship at the manufacturing facilities that are part of the Future Industrialists’ initiative, including the YORK Manufacturing Complex, in addition to training sessions for 1000 students.

Dr. Mohanad Al Shaikh, JCIA’s CEO, said: “We are proud to be the founding partners of the Future Industrialists initiative as part of our ongoing commitment and efforts towards fueling innovation and sustainability, especially in the development of talent and future leaders, in partnership