Diriyah Gate Development Authority has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Saudi Council of Engineers to expand collaboration between the two entities. This agreement will consolidate efforts in the engineering sector, including the development of policies and regulations, implementation of oversight and inspection mechanisms, simplifying procedures related to permits and licenses, exchanging data and expertise, and working on joint projects and initiatives.
The MoU was signed by Jerry Inzerillo, CEO of DGDA, and Abdulmohsen Almajnouni, secretary-general of SCE. The MoU emphasizes the necessity of unifying efforts between the two parties, facilitating procedures, and enabling collaboration to enhance quality, increase efficiency, and ensure continuity of work while maintaining agility in jointly addressing challenges.
Through the exchange of relevant statistics, studies, and research, the memorandum will help strengthen the relationship between the two parties, helping to achieve their shared goals and aspirations. Additionally, it seeks to contribute to the implementation of joint projects and initiatives. A joint working team will be established to enhance collaboration in shared areas such as aligning the development of mechanisms for issuing necessary licenses and permits for service providers within the supervisory scope of DGDA as well as cooperating in the qualification and classification of professional offices under SCE.
Inzerillo highlighted the significance of the MoU, saying that the agreement will support DGDA’s organizational role in simplifying licensing, permits and oversight procedures, which contributes to highlighting the extensive historical roots of Diriyah as the birthplace of şÚÁĎÉçÇř. It will also showcase the distinctive architectural features to provide a unique experience for visitors from around the globe. This will be achieved through collaboration between the two parties, aligning with DGDA’s objectives and enhancing its contributions to cultural, tourism, architectural and economic development, as well as strengthening governance between the entities.
Almajnouni said that the partnership between the two parties is expected to achieve shared objectives that lead to sustainable development in accordance with the highest international standards. “This memorandum will enhance Diriyah’s status as a leading cultural and historical destination both regionally and globally, while also contributing to the development of cultural and historical awareness related to the engineering field,” he added.
