The Association for Materials Protection and Performance (AMPP), the global authority in materials protection and performance, and the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organisation (SASO) have signed a Technical Cooperation Programme (TCP) to advance collaboration in standardisation, training, and technical development to enhance safety, quality, and industrial performance.
The agreement establishes a framework for cooperation between the two organisations to support the exchange of information, participation in the development and harmonisation of standards, and organisation of joint training programmes, workshops, and technical exchanges. Through this partnership, AMPP and SASO aim to promote best practices that strengthen industry competitiveness and product safety while supporting the advancement of quality infrastructure throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and beyond.
“AMPP’s collaboration with SASO represents an important milestone in expanding our global engagement in standardisation and quality initiatives,” said Tim Gonzalez, vice president, Energy Integrity Solutions at AMPP. “This agreement reinforces our shared commitment to advancing standards, training, and technical excellence that drive safer, more efficient, and sustainable industrial operations.”
The Technical Cooperation Programme also outlines cooperation in areas such as:
- Exchange of information on standardisation practices, regulations, and technical developments;
- Joint study and harmonisation of draft standards aligned with international recommendations;
- Exchange of experts and participation in training, conferences, and workshops;
- Sharing of best practices related to national standards and technical regulations; and
- Coordination within international organisations such as ISO and IEC to enhance engagement in global standardisation activities.
“This collaboration with SASO strengthens AMPP’s ability to contribute to the Kingdom’s growing focus on quality and innovation,” said AMPP CEO Alan Thomas. “Together, we can ensure that materials protection and performance standards are integrated into the global conversation on safety, sustainability, and industrial excellence.”
The agreement reinforces AMPP’s mission to advance materials protection and performance by sharing expertise, harmonising standards, and expanding opportunities for technical collaboration. AMPP and SASO will develop initiatives that help industries operate more safely, efficiently, and sustainably across all sectors that depend on corrosion control and asset integrity.
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