Riyadh: King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) has signed a memorandum of understanding with Nestl© Saudi Arabia to establish a joint framework for collaboration in the fields of packaging, agriculture, and food technology.
According to Saudi Press Agency, this partnership seeks to develop innovative and sustainable solutions that enhance public health, strengthen food safety standards, and support national efforts to localize knowledge and foster innovation within the food ecosystem.
The collaboration focuses on advanced research in food and nutrition sciences, aiming to develop solutions that promote healthy lifestyles and environmental sustainability, leveraging KAUST's world-class research ecosystem, which includes scientists from more than 120 nationalities, and Nestl©'s global expertise in food technology.
Commenting on the agreement, Senior Vice President of the National Transformation Institute (NTI) at KAUST Dr. Ian Campbell stated, "This agreement marks an important step in advancing national priorities through science and innovation. By combining KAUST's research expertise with Nestl©'s industrial leadership, we aim to deliver solutions in food, health, and agriculture that improve quality of life and promote sustainable development."
He highlighted, "This partnership also reflects our shared commitment to supporting Saudi Vision 2030 through empowering national talent, enhancing food security, and driving long-term economic value."