Under the patronage and the honored presence of His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasmi.
Ras Al Khaimah - Under the patronage and the honored presence of His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, today 25th of April was the opening Day of the UAE Middle East Specialized Cables (MESC) in UAE, Ras Al Khaimah branch in the Industrial area AL Ghail.
Her Excellency Sheikha Lubna Al Qasimi, Minister of Foreign Trade in UAE, his Excellency the Saudi Consular in UAE, Mr. Imad Madani and The engineer Mr.Abdul Aziz Al Namlah, Chairman and the Board Executive Director of MESC, diplomatic dignitaries, CEOs, economists and Arabic & foreign Media has attended the event. His Highness Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi cut the ribbon and unveils marble stone for this great edifice, and he does a factory tour accompanied by crowd of dignitaries. The Engineer Mr. Abdul Aziz Al Namlah offers a commemorative present on behalf of MESC for His Highness. The Eng. Al-Namlah delivered a speech before the MESC guests move to Banyan Tree Al Wadi Hotel to enjoy the lunch.
In fact, Middle East Specialized Cables Company (MESC) new manufacturing facility in Ras Al Khaimah - UAE is not simply another cables manufacturer came into being. The great history and expertise that lies within the portfolio of the founding members extends for more than a century and half is sufficient in placing the company on the map of the leading industry players in the world.
The Engineer Mr. Abdul Aziz Al Namlah declared that the reasons behind choosing the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah for the company's new manufacturing facility is the resounding success of RAK Free Zone that has been a major milestone in the emirate's march towards being an investor friendly destination, in addition to the competitive strength of this site that continuous to attract infrastructure developments, various industrial projects as well as business sectors and tourism related real estate projects. Not to forget that the set up of Rak Investment Authority (RAKIA) also works towards reinforcing the investment climate in the emirate and helps to promote its various economic sectors.
MESC new manufacturing facility in Ras Al Khaimah is designed to focus mainly on understanding the requirements of the industries it serves and is dedicated to supply United Arab Emirates and the Gulf Countries with high-end quality cables.
Priority is given to quality issues; therefore it has implemented within its premises an advanced laboratory with extensive range of test and
Measurement equipments specifically for the Flame Retardant Control & Power Cables to IEC 06332-1, Fire Resistant Instrumentation Cables to BS 6837 and Low Smoke Halogen Free Cables that it offers. MESC has the ability to design cables which comply with all major international standards such as IEC, BS, DIN VDE, ICEA, UL etc. and with customer's specific requirements as applicable.
In fact, `` Al Baraka`` was the first Mosque established by al MESC in 2008 in the Industrial region al Ghail l to meet the needs of its inhabitants and the surrounding areas. It is equipped with full facilities and fully-furnished and expands for about 200 worshipers and will be held at Friday prayers. In the Holy Month of Ramadan a lot humanitarian and charitable activities are organized in al Baraka Mosque.
With over AED170 Million as an investment, the company was established in 2008 in Al Ghail Industrial Park of Rakia, United Arab Emirates as one of the biggest and high-end technology plants in the region for producing Industrial, Instrumentation, Control and Low Voltage Power cables. The new manufacturing facility gives a further boost to MESC group products and to the economic growth of the region. It's considered as the supporting continuous strong growth plan of MESC in the coming years due to the growing usage and demand of cables in the MENA.
It spreads over an area of 76,900 sq.mtr divided into two sites: 52,376 sq.mtr + 24,524 sq.mtr. The first site; 52,376 sq. meters is divided as production facility, warehouse, offices and workshops facilities. While the second site 24, 524 square meters is for accommodation facilities and open storage area.
The work force consists of both nationals and expatriates. Hence, MESC introduced management involvement in site safety, and implemented new compliance standards for all high risk activities in both sites: the production facilities and accommodation. All the employees are undertaking special training to become aware of the importance of meeting customer's requirements and understand the Quality Policy and implement it at their own level.
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About MESC:
The future of cables rests with MESC's reputation for excellence and high level of workmanship, along with its flexible approach to meeting its customer's requirements and needs. Thus, the increasing footprint of MESC group in the region and the pursuing determination for gaining international brand recognition escorted a new restructuring and the strategy plan for the group. The new structure signified the group's three main manufacturing facilities in the region; MESC KSA, MESC UAE & MESC Jordan. Each of these plants is a great opportunity to build revenue, enter new markets and improves profitability for the Group. The companies have their own management and workforce team in addition to their own laboratories and are in full compliance with the Group's objectives and strategies.
During the past 16 years MESC has been a major player and a leader, and was able to create new standards and models for the cables industry in the region. The various phases it has experienced and undergone since its inception in 1994 in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia speaks value about the company's performance and best reflects its position. It's a unique name that escalated the concept of "One-Stop-Shop for all types of cables" to new heights and with all the companies on board MESC is one of the leading players in the industry and its portfolio of accomplished and ongoing projects is a track record of its expertise and creditability.
The accommodation meets the requirements of health and safety standards set out by both local authorities and international labour laws on building materials, hot and cold water systems, sewerage, air-conditioning, lighting, emergency exits, fire extinguisher systems and a fully-equipped kitchen and dining area conforming to recognised public health standards as set out by the local authority. Thus, the company has built a Mosque besides the accommodation premises. That's in addition to the medical clinic which is equipped with full services supplied by medical practitioners available at all times, including during religious and national holidays.
For further information & Inquiries please contact: AL NAYZAK Advertising & Network / Tel: 04-236 4086 or the Middle East Specialized Cables (MESC) Ms. Roudaina Abu Assaf, Director of communications & Marketing /Tel: 04-3 43 7885
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