Siemens signs deal in Qatar for distribution of low voltage components
As an industry leader offering the widest range of low voltage products, Siemens has entered into a new deal with Al-Ajjaj Limited Company (AALCO). The signing ceremony held at the Intercontinental Hotel, Doha, was led by Rubiah Mohd Ajjaj Al Kubaisi, Chairman, AALCO and Martin à Porta, CEO, Siemens WLL.
Beginning 6 October 2011, Siemens, the energy and engineering specialists, will provide stocks of low voltage components within the region through AALCO's selling channels. This will enable Siemens' local customers to benefit from quality products of the highest levels of safety, such as circuit breakers, which are used to prevent overloads and unsafe electrical conditions.
"Siemens places great emphasis on bringing our products and services right to the door step of our customers and localization of our selling channels remains a preference," said Martin à Porta. "AALCO was selected after a careful analysis of applicants. Their client base in Qatar will increase the availability of Siemens' high-demand low voltage products in Qatar.
"Maintaining a sizeable stock of low voltage products with a successful engineering company such as AALCO guarantees increased availability of Siemens products, as well as offering more competitive prices. AALCO is one of the leading and qualified "A" grade electro-mechanical and civil contractors in the region."
The low voltage components will be used by panel builders, retailers, contractors, and maintenance companies, and will utilize the highest quality raw materials, especially pure copper. Siemens uses 99% pure copper and all its products come with complete third party certifications, which comply with international standards like IEC and to local standards
Mr. Al Kubaisi, Chairman of AALCO, said; "An increasing amount of investment and development is flowing into Qatar and we are proud to be able to play our part in contributing to this growth. We strive to always offer the best available quality of products to our customers and in Siemens we found a strong brand where we could place great trust in its people and level of technical support."
Siemens WLL was established in December 2005 and manages the local activities of the company in Qatar where it holds key positions in its Energy, Industry, Infrastructure and Healthcare business. It is part of the Siemens operations in the Lower Gulf Region.
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Siemens in the LowerGulf
Siemens LLC, founded in October 1999, oversees Siemens' activities in a region comprising the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Bahrain, Qatar, Oman and Yemen, where it holds key positions in its Energy, Industry, Infrastructure and Healthcare business. In fiscal 2010 (October 1, 2009 - September 30, 2010), sales to customers in the Lower Gulf region amounted to EUR 1.2 billion, and new orders totaled almost EUR 775 million. Siemens currently has more than 1,800 employees working in the region.
© Press Release 2011
