The joint venture combines Kanoo Energy’s in-depth regional knowledge with Adage Automation’s technological expertise to make significant contributions to the gas analytics sector

The latest joint venture by Kanoo Energy, part of the Yusuf Bin Ahmed Kanoo Group (YBAK) in Saudi Arabia, represents a significant milestone for gas analytics capabilities in the GCC region and aligns strategically with the country’s Made in Saudi Program.

Adage Kanoo Industrial Company (AKIC) was established in collaboration with Adage Automation, India, a leader in integrated gas analytical solutions and officially launched on November 12, 2024 in Jubail, Saudi Arabia.

Key leaders from Kanoo Energy and Adage Automation at AKIC’s cutting-edge facility, driving innovation in gas analytics

AKIC’s state-of-the-art factory is equipped with a training centre, and a repair and calibration lab, and supports KSA’s push for local manufacturing initiatives in accordance with the In-Kingdom Total Value Add (iktva) requirements.

In addition to bolstering domestic production, the company will also export equipment to other regions thus introducing Saudi-made products to a wider global audience.

The joint venture will allow the two companies to combine and leverage their unique capabilities to make significant contribution to driving the gas analytics sector forward.

By combining Kanoo Energy’s in-depth regional knowledge with Adage Automation’s technological expertise in the gas analytics domain, the new venture will offer tailored solutions for industries, such as oil and gas, petrochemicals and utilities, with a strategic effort to address the unique demands of the region.

AKIC’s state-of-the-art factory in Jubail ... driving local manufacturing and innovation

The venture aims to deliver value-added services to major stakeholders, including Saudi Aramco and SABIC, through local operations and enhance operational efficiency through skilled experts and on-the-ground support.

The integration of advanced gas analytics with digitalisation and data analytics enables industries to adopt robust and scalable solutions, improving operational performance and ensuring compliance with environmental standards.

Commenting on the partnership, Ali Abdulla Kanoo, President of Kanoo Industrial and Energy, said: "With this collaboration with Adage, we’ve found the right partner who shares our vision and ideals. With other partners also coming on board, we’re creating a great amalgam for a transformative future."

Meanwhile, Dr Abhijit Chatterjee, Co-founder and Managing Director of Adage Automation, said: "This is a red-letter day for us as we inaugurate our newly established company in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in partnership with Kanoo."

On his part, Manoj Tripathy, CEO of Kanoo Industrial & Energy, said: "It is indeed a great day for Kanoo and another milestone in our strategy mapping. Five years ago, we set out to transform trading-focused activities to bring more value-added solutions and expand local manufacturing capabilities within the Kingdom. We look forward to contributing to the region’s growth through this new venture."