NCC Group opens Aman Integrated Solutions Lab

A subsidiary of NCC Group, the new purpose-built facility spreads over an area of 11 000 ft² and comprises specialised laboratory sections for physical, chemical, biological and environmental tests. Featuring state-of-the-art information system, sophisticated equipment and technical expertise, it also provides training, consultancy and auditing for quality standards, conformity verification and health, safety and environment compliance across the construction and building, oil and gas, F&B, industrial, agricultural, health, tourism, education, and government sectors.

The inauguration marks a step towards the UAE government's vision to raise the quality of the exports and locally traded products while protecting the interests of consumers and supporting the UAE’s competitive economy.

Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi commented: “As the UAE continues to diversify its economy, we are witnessing a growing influx of global manufacturing and scientific organisations that are keen to benefit from the country’s enabling legislations and establish their regional base here. Building our credentials as a leading scientific and research hub mandates the presence of reliable and high-quality laboratory facilities that can measure and ensure excellence on a sustained basis.”

“Highly reliable testing facilities, such as Aman Integrated Solutions Lab, contribute to raising consumer confidence in the quality and safety of products made and available in the UAE, and provide an example of how the private sector contributes to improving quality standards in the country.”

Tarek Al Goweiny said: “Quality and excellence sits at the heart of driving an advanced, competitive, knowledge-based economy in the UAE. Aman Integrated Solutions Lab aims to cater to the rapidly growing demand for providing highest standards of testing services across multiple disciplines under one roof. Bringing the best in innovative technology and first-rate expertise, this holistic approach ensures all products, raw materials and components, available in Abu Dhabi comply with the highest quality standards and regulatory framework specified by the government authorities.”

According to Mordor Intelligence, the professional, scientific, and technical services industry is one of the largest industries in the UAE, accounting for 2.6% of the national GDP, and is expected to register a CAGR of 3.81% over the next five years . Industrial testing services holds a major market share driven by a growing manufacturing, F&B, oil and gas, chemical and fertilizers, metal and building material sectors, covering mechanical testing, metallurgic testing, chemical analysis, environmental and corrosion testing, endurance testing, electromagnetic compatibility testing, functional testing, non-destruction testing, and calibration testing.

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