OMAINTEC 2026 marks a proud milestone for Arif Al-Nahdi Co. Ltd (ANC) as we participate in the 23rd International Conference for Asset, Facility, and Maintenance Management (OMAINTEC 2026), scheduled for January 12–14, 2026 at Sofitel Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, at the Princess Nouf bint Abdulaziz International Convention Center.
Our participation in this high-level global forum reflects our strategic commitment to continuous development and to keeping pace with rapid digital transformation in asset and facility management.
As Saudi Arabia experiences unprecedented growth in vital projects and infrastructure, our role as a leading provider of approved fire systems and certified fire pumps becomes more important than ever.
Through this participation, we invest in knowledge and build strategic partnerships that strengthen our ability to deliver advanced solutions aligned with Saudi Vision 2030—toward a smarter, more sustainable future. If you are upgrading a facility or portfolio, talk to our safety experts to request a compliant solution proposal.
OMAINTEC: A Global Platform for Excellence and Innovation
OMAINTEC is an exceptional platform that brings together leading thinkers and specialized experts in asset and facility management from more than 35 countries worldwide. Over more than two decades, the conference has established itself as a pivotal event shaping the sector’s future in the Middle East, offering a dynamic space to discuss current challenges and anticipate next-generation solutions.
The conference stands out for its comprehensive coverage of vital tracks, including smart asset management, facility and building maintenance, electrical and mechanical systems, water systems and roads and transport, telecommunications, smart maintenance and cybersecurity, as well as digital twins and artificial intelligence.
This breadth reflects the interconnected nature of the sector’s challenges and opens wide horizons for collaboration across disciplines.
2026 Conference Theme: Toward the Digital Twin Era
This year, the conference is held under an ambitious theme: Building the Future of Smart Assets and Facilities – Launching and Enabling the Digital Twin. The theme captures Saudi Arabia’s major shift toward using the Digital Twin as a transformative tool to digitally mirror physical assets—enabling monitoring, performance analysis, and proactive decision-making before failures occur.
Integrated with AI and the Internet of Things, the digital twin is redefining how assets are managed by moving maintenance from reactive models to predictive and proactive approaches that deliver higher efficiency and stronger sustainability outcomes.
Why is OMAINTEC a Strategic Milestone for the Safety and Maintenance Sector?
1- Global-standard knowledge platform
The conference attracts more than 100 international speakers from industry experts, academics, and researchers, delivering 50+ specialized workshops and 30+ panel sessions that cover the latest practices and technical innovations.
This intensive program offers professionals an outstanding opportunity to deepen knowledge and strengthen skills in an interactive environment that encourages mutual learning and the exchange of real-world case studies from leading global projects.
2- Strategic government support reflecting a national priority
The conference receives direct support and sponsorship from the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, the Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, the Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture, and the General Authority of Civil Aviation—alongside many other Saudi government entities.
This official backing underscores the Kingdom’s strategic focus on advancing asset and facility management, and confirms that safety and maintenance standards are a national priority in light of the massive development programs tied to Vision 2030.
3- An ideal environment for networking and building long-term strategic partnerships
With more than 2,000 participants—facility managers, maintenance engineers, technology providers, consulting firms, and academics—the conference creates an outstanding platform for professional connection.
This diversity enables meaningful opportunities to build strategic working relationships, explore collaboration, and exchange expertise across sectors—from healthcare and education to transport, energy, and hospitality.
4- Sustainability as a core pillar: a real commitment to a greener future
In an era where sustainability is a necessity, not a choice, the conference places strong emphasis on sustainable practices and green initiatives.
Through specialized sessions on reducing carbon footprint, energy efficiency, recycling, and clean technologies, the conference helps shape collective awareness of environmental responsibility and the adoption of solutions that balance economic progress with environmental protection.
Key Conference Tracks and Pathways at OMAINTEC 2026
The program includes a rich agenda of scientific sessions, workshops, panel discussions, and presentations that address multiple critical tracks for practitioners and experts in asset, facility, and maintenance management, including:
1- Electrical systems
- Digital twin applications to improve power grid efficiency.
- The role of AI in reducing carbon emissions and achieving net-zero.
- Managing distributed energy resources using digital twins.
- Strengthening grid resilience and security through smart technologies.
- Advanced analytics and data management in smart energy systems.
- Cybersecurity for electrical networks in the digital twin era.
2- Roads and transport systems
- Digital twins in maintaining smart transport infrastructure.
- Improving maintenance of autonomous transport systems using digital twins.
- Sustainable road maintenance practices using predictive analytics.
- Cyber protection for digital road management systems.
- Resilient maintenance plans for weather volatility using digital twins.
3- Maintenance management systems
- Applying digital twins to predictive maintenance and performance optimization.
- Integrating CMMS/CAFM with digital twin platforms.
- KPIs to measure digital twin impact on operational excellence.
- Data-driven maintenance decisions enabled by digital twins.
- Industry 4.0 and IoT applications in smart maintenance management.
- Outsourcing and contractor management using advanced digital platforms.
4- Water systems
- Digital twins for managing and maintaining smart water systems.
- Improving water quality through digital analytics.
- Enhancing desalination plant maintenance using digital twin applications.
- Planning resilient water supply through smart technologies.
5- Buildings and facilities management
- Embedding digital twins in smart building management.
- Digitizing FM operations to improve efficiency.
- Applying IoT and digital twins for real-time building maintenance.
- Energy-efficient HVAC maintenance practices.
- Digital asset management standards for green buildings.
6- Telecommunications, smart maintenance, and cybersecurity
- Digital twin applications in smart maintenance management.
- Cybersecurity measures to protect digital twins and smart infrastructure.
- 5G and its role in strengthening digital connectivity.
- Predictive maintenance strategies powered by digital twins.
- Blockchain for secure asset management.
7- Education and training
- Training programs to qualify professionals in digital twin usage.
- Interactive learning systems via digital platforms.
- Change management strategies to adopt smart technologies.
- Continuous education initiatives to keep pace with digital twin advancements.
Arif Al-Nahdi Co. Ltd (ANC): A Strategic Investment in Knowledge and Innovation
Our participation in OMAINTEC 2026 is driven by a firm belief that institutional excellence begins with investing in knowledge and continuous development.
In a fast-evolving sector like fire and safety systems, it is not enough to supply products and services—we must act as strategic partners who raise standards, build awareness, and advance professional practices.
Why Do We Participate in the International Conference for Asset, Facility, and Maintenance Management (OMAINTEC 2026)?
1- Deepening expertise and building technical capabilities
Attending specialized sessions and workshops gives us direct exposure to the latest developments in predictive and smart maintenance, digital twins for safety systems, IoT in fire pumps, and AI-based predictive failure analytics.
This knowledge does not stay inside conference halls—it translates into measurable improvements in our services, the development of innovative solutions, and the training of our engineering teams on leading global practices.
What distinguishes the conference is its focus on practical case studies and real-world implementations, where sessions go beyond theory and showcase proven experiences from global projects that successfully adopted these technologies.
This hands-on approach helps us understand real challenges and validated solutions, reducing time and risk when adopting new technologies.
2- Representing the fire safety sector and contributing to advancement
As a leading company in internationally approved (UL/FM) and locally compliant (SASO) fire systems and fire pumps, we carry the responsibility of representing the sector in international forums.
Our participation is not limited to learning—it includes active contribution by sharing decades of experience in complex project execution, discussing unique challenges in the Saudi market, and proposing practical, field-tested solutions.
This representation helps elevate awareness of strict safety standards, especially for major infrastructure projects that require advanced and reliable fire protection systems. It also enables us to contribute to shaping best practices and recommendations that can guide professionals across the region.
3- Building strategic partnerships with global industry leaders
The conference connects us with global manufacturers of the latest fire pump technologies, asset management consultants, real estate developers and major project owners, and government entities responsible for safety standards. This broad network opens new horizons for us:
Developing joint solutions that combine our local expertise with advanced global technologies
Early access to the latest products and innovations before market release
Deeper insight into developer and owner requirements, enabling tailored solution design
Building strategic alliances with trusted partners to deliver integrated services for mega projects
4- Aligning with Saudi Vision 2030: a national responsibility and a professional commitment
Our participation aligns directly with Vision 2030 priorities—raising safety standards across development projects, strengthening sustainability through smart, energy-efficient fire systems, and supporting digital transformation with IoT and AI in safety system management.
Participation in such forums reinforces our commitment to contributing through our sector and strengthens our role as an active partner in the Kingdom’s national development journey.
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Our Objectives at OMAINTEC 2026: A Clear Agenda to Maximize Value
1- Exploring the latest technical solutions and evaluating real-world applicability
OMAINTEC 2026 gives us a focused lens on IoT-enabled fire pumps for remote monitoring and control, smart alarm systems connected to centralized FM platforms (BMS), predictive maintenance solutions powered by data analytics and machine learning, and digital twin applications that simulate fire scenarios and virtually test system effectiveness.
Our goal is not only visibility—it is practical evaluation: economic feasibility, alignment with local standards, ease of deployment, and return on investment. We aim to build a clear view of which solutions can be adopted in the near term and which require deeper research and development.
2- Exchanging expertise and learning from successes and failures
The conference offers a valuable opportunity to discuss installation and maintenance challenges in mega projects—especially those related to harsh climates, large-scale sites, and complex technical requirements.
Through panel discussions and workshops, we can share best practices developed through our extended experience and learn from peers who have addressed similar challenges.
We also plan to present case studies from completed projects across diverse sectors—from hospitals and universities to factories and warehouses—enriching professional dialogue and creating opportunities to exchange insights with practitioners facing comparable scenarios.
3- Anticipating market needs and preparing for the future
Direct engagement with real estate developers and major project owners gives us clear visibility into future project requirements.
With rapid urban expansion and mega projects such as NEOM, Qiddiya, and the Red Sea developments, fire and life safety requirements are becoming more complex and integrated.
Through the conference, we can understand these evolving needs early—enabling proactive, customized solutions, sharper forecasting of future system design trends, and smarter investment in the technologies and skills the market will demand in the coming years, strengthening our competitiveness and keeping us ahead.
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What This Means for Our Clients: Direct Added Value
1- More advanced solutions that respond to changing needs
Our participation means direct access to the latest smart fire pumps, advanced monitoring and control systems, and predictive maintenance programs that reduce operating costs and extend asset life. Clients benefit from globally proven solutions adapted to local realities—ask ANC for a site assessment to map the right approach for your facility.
2- Deeper commitment to global quality standards
Exposure to global best practices directly reinforces our commitment to international (UL/FM) and local (SASO) standards, improves installation and testing procedures to ensure top performance and reliability, and elevates after-sales support through professional maintenance programs that keep systems operating at peak efficiency.
3- Strategic partnerships that translate into client value
The relationships built at the conference help us negotiate stronger offers from global suppliers, access exclusive technologies not yet available locally, and deliver integrated solutions through trusted partners—directly benefiting our clients. If you are planning a major build, request a technical consultation to align scope, compliance, and lifecycle cost.
4- Faster capability to solve complex problems
The expertise gained and the professional network we build enable faster, more effective resolution of complex maintenance issues, provide technical consulting grounded in the latest practices, and support custom solutions for unique cases where off-the-shelf options may not exist.
Conclusion: A Renewed Commitment to Excellence and Professional Responsibility
Our participation in the International Conference for Asset, Facility, and Maintenance Management (OMAINTEC 2026) is not a one-off event—it is part of a long-term strategy for continuous development and investment in knowledge.
At Arif Al-Nahdi Co. Ltd (ANC), we reaffirm that safety is more than a product we deliver or a service we provide—it is a deep ethical commitment and a professional responsibility we hold ourselves accountable for toward every client, every project, and every community we serve.
We believe that building a safer, more sustainable future is not achieved through isolated efforts, but through real collaboration between government, the private sector, professionals, and academia. By attending high-level global forums like OMAINTEC, we help exchange knowledge, raise standards, and strengthen a safety culture that benefits the entire sector and supports national development goals.
We will continue delivering the best approved fire systems and certified fire pumps while keeping pace with the latest innovations—so we remain the strategic, trusted partner for those who demand the highest standards of safety and protection.
Because we know that every fire system we install, every pump we maintain, and every consultation we provide can be the difference between continuity and shutdown, between protecting an investment and losing it—contact Arif Al-Nahdi Co. Ltd (ANC) to request a compliant solution proposal following OMAINTEC 2026.
