Xylem, the leading water technology company, has opened its new service center in the UAE in order to strengthen its position in the Middle East to better address the region’s water-related challenges.
The new facility, costing $326,752, will span over 10,000 square meters. Located in Dubai’s Jebel Ali Free Zone, it will feature a wash bay, lifting and handling cranes and tooling, trimming and balancing machines, original spare parts, testing benches, a painting booth, programming and calibrating equipment and devices.
The company said in a statement that this move will enable Xylem to respond to any customer needs faster and provide tailor-made solutions such as real-time interventions by experts.
The service hub currently employs more than 16 staff, including engineers and technicians, and is set to create 300 employment opportunities.
Mr. Naji Skaf, Managing Director of Xylem Middle East and Turkey, said that, “With this expansion, we seek to solidify our position in the Middle East region and provide a slew of benefits including quicker turnaround, greater convenience, and access to our customers.”
“Our new center of excellence is poised to bring about a gamut of opportunities for us that will support and accelerate our growth,” Mr. Skaf further added.
The development of the facility is in line with Xylem’s commitment to resolving key challenges and illustrates the company’s commitment to bringing together advanced technologies, application expertise, and smart sustainable solutions to customers in the Middle East region, as per the company.
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