YBA Kanoo drives regional innovation & localisation

The group showcased new equipment partnerships and innovations during an open day, while separately signed an agreement to advance local manufacturing efforts in alignment with Vision 2030 and sustainability goals

- By ABDULAZIZ KHATTAK

YUSUF Bin Ahmed Kanoo Group has made key regional advancements in the areas of innovation and localisation. Group company Kanoo Machinery's Open Day showcased new equipment partnerships, while Kanoo Energy focused on localising manufacturing through an agreement with DOPAK.

In February, Kanoo Machinery, a leading provider of industrial machinery and solutions in the region, showcased its state-of-the-art machines and equipment from its global partners and principals, during an Open Day at its facility in Jeddah.

Attended by prominent industry leaders, business partners, and customers, the event featured live displays and demonstrations of newly launched equipment, including the Grove TMC Crane, as well as handover ceremonies for recently acquired machines.

Clients had the opportunity to explore advanced solutions designed to improve and enhance operational efficiency across industries.

A key highlight of the event was the signing of a strategic agreement between Kanoo Machinery and Wacker Neuson, a leading manufacturer of construction equipment and compact machines.

This partnership will enable Kanoo Machinery to distribute light construction equipment from Wacker Neuson across Saudi Arabia.

The Saudi market, especially in the Western region, is witnessing rapid growth, attributed to the presence of large-scale infrastructure projects such as NEOM and ongoing developments in the Holy city of Makkah, Madinah and Jizan.