KSA Business: Mefma Saudi seminar puts spotlight on sustainable FM operations – Gulf Digital News

KSA Business: Mefma Saudi seminar puts spotlight on sustainable FM operations – Gulf Digital News

The Middle East Facilities Management Association (MEFMA) kicked off its one-day seminar in style today (October 12) in Riyadh under the theme 'FM Engagement towards Sustainable Development' with over 350 professional, experts and top decision-makers in the FM industry taking part.

Held under the patronage of Majid bin Abdullah Al-Hogail, Minister of Housing and Municipal and Rural Affairs, Omar Bin Muhammed Almhasen, Head of Support Services sector, at the Hilton Riyadh Hotel, the seminar was a part of Mefma’s mission to provide a new series of educational content and opportunities in the KSA Facilities Management (FM) industry.

The event was held at a time when the FM industry is booming in Saudi Arabia following an active support by the ministry to the sector, particularly MEFMA since its establishment, said the organisers.

It showcased the significance and challenges of implementing innovations and technologies to foster sustainable operations in the FM industry.

The seminar kickstarted with a thoughtful and inspiring opening speech by Ali AlSuwaidi, Vice President of Mefma, followed by a welcome address by Mohammad Abdullah Almarshad, Vice Chairman of board of directors, Riyadh Chamber representative. This was followed by opening remarks from Mefma Saudi board members Mohammed AlDuraibi and Mohannad AlMadhi.

AlSuwaidi said: "With the