Nesma & Partners has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University (PNU) – College of Engineering, reinforcing its commitment to advancing applied research, innovation, and national talent development. The MoU was signed at the Private Sector Forum by Mr. Rami Alturki, Chairman of the Board of Nesma & Partners, and Prof. Hanan Abdullah Ben Mengash, Dean of the College of Engineering at PNU.

The agreement establishes a structured framework for collaboration across academic, scientific, research, training, and developmental fields. It focuses on exchanging expertise and supporting initiatives such as student training, employment of fresh graduates, and joint research in construction, supply chain, robotics, smart materials, artificial intelligence, and sustainability. The partnership also enables access to PNU’s laboratories and resources, strengthening the link between academic research and industry application.

A central milestone of the MoU is the formal establishment of a dedicated Nesma & Partners Research Chair at PNU’s College of Engineering. The Chair will support specialized, localized research while contributing to the development of future-ready solutions aligned with the Kingdom’s infrastructure and industrial priorities.

Commenting on the partnership, Mr. Rami Alturki, Chairman of Nesma & Partners, said:
“At Nesma & Partners, we view knowledge and innovation as strategic enablers of long-term value. This partnership with PNU reflects our commitment to strengthening the national research ecosystem, accelerating industry-relevant innovation, and empowering Saudi women to take leading roles in engineering and technology. It is an investment in capability, leadership, and the Kingdom’s future.”

As the world’s largest university for women, PNU plays a vital role in advancing female participation in technical fields. This collaboration creates a platform for Saudi women to lead advanced research initiatives that integrate academic excellence with real-world industry challenges, directly supporting the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.

The agreement further expands Nesma & Partners’ growing network of academic collaborations with leading institutions, including King Saud University, Columbia University, and Qassim University, reinforcing the company’s role as a trusted partner in national development, innovation, and human capital advancement.