Berlin:The Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the German company TÜV Rheinland during the Saudi-German Forum for Innovation in Construction and Urban Development. The agreement was signed in the presence of SCE Secretary-General Musaad Al-Otaibi.
According to Saudi Press Agency, the MoU aims to bolster cooperation and exchange international expertise in areas like oversight, compliance, digital transformation, and professional development to improve the quality and efficiency of engineering practices.
The agreement encompasses seven key areas, including oversight and compliance, data analysis, artificial intelligence, systems governance, professional development, engineering workforce analysis, and research and innovation. It also emphasizes developing competency frameworks, professional assessment methods, and classification standards for engineering firms, alongside training and knowledge transfer.
A joint working team will be established by both parties to coordinate the implementation of the agreement, develop a timeline, and monitor progress through periodic reports. This partnership aligns with SCE's goals to expand international cooperation, enhance oversight and compliance, and improve engineering services within Saudi Arabia.