RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Feb 18, 2026 – Nemetschek Arabia, part of the Nemetschek Group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Saudi Facility Management Association (SFMA) to advance facility management in the Kingdom. The agreement centers on innovation, knowledge exchange, and workforce development within the facilities management sector.
Nemetschek Arabia and SFMA will align their work with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals for facilities management. The agreement includes sharing expertise, building workforce skills, and applying technology-driven methods. The partners aim to strengthen industry standards and advance digital adoption across the facilities management sector.
Nemetschek Arabia and SFMA will organize workshops, seminars, and training programs and participate in industry events. The partners will collaborate on R&D focused on facilities management solutions. The MoU also outlines pilot projects in public and private sectors, with emphasis on smart facilities management, digital twins, and data-driven operations.
Nemetschek Arabia and SFMA will support sustainability initiatives and provide access to educational materials, offer technical and professional consultancy, along with structured training programs. These efforts aim to develop national talent and strengthen workforce capacity in facilities management.
Yves Padrines, chief executive officer of the Nemetschek Group said: “As Saudi Arabia advances its Vision 2030 ambitions, digitalization across the full asset lifecycle, from design and construction to operations, has never been more important. Our collaboration with the Saudi Facility Management Association reflects Nemetschek’s commitment to supporting the Kingdom’s transformation by enabling smarter, data-driven facilities through open, interoperable technologies and strong industry partnerships.”
Muayad Simbawa, managing director of Nemetschek Arabia added: “This strategic collaboration with the Saudi Facility Management Association reflects our shared belief that technology, skills and collaboration are essential to unlocking the full potential of the FM sector. By combining Nemetschek’s expertise in digital twins and lifecycle solutions with SFMA’s industry leadership, we aim to support smarter assets, stronger capabilities and a more resilient facilities management ecosystem aligned with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.”
Eng. Ayed bin Awad Al-Qahtani, chairman of the board of the Saudi facility management association commented: “Our mission at SFMA is to set the gold standard for facility management in the Kingdom. By partnering with a global technology leader like Nemetschek, we are ensuring that our professionals have access to the most advanced tools and international expertise available. This collaboration will catalyze innovation, drive research, and, most importantly, equip our national talent with the competencies required to manage the Kingdom’s mega-projects with precision and excellence.”
Source: The Nemetschek Group
About the Nemetschek Group
Nemetschek Group, founded in 1963 and based in Munich, Germany, is a global provider of software solutions for the architecture, engineering, construction, and operations (AEC/O) industries, as well as the media and entertainment sector. The company operates through four business segments: Planning & Design, Build & Construct, Manage & Operate, and Media & Entertainment. Its portfolio includes brands such as Allplan, Graphisoft, Vectorworks, Bluebeam, and Maxon, offering solutions for building information modeling (BIM), structural design, project collaboration, and 3D visualization. The company employs around 4,000 people and supports over 7 million users globally. Nemetschek Group continues to expand its presence in international markets, including in Saudi Arabia.
About Saudi Facility Management Association
Saudi Facility Management Association is a nonprofit professional organization based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It was established in 2020 under the supervision of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development. The association supports development of the facilities management sector in line with national goals and Vision 2030. It provides training, consulting, research reports and industry events for facilities management professionals and companies. Membership is available to individuals, institutions and volunteers. The association works with public and private partners to develop standards and promote knowledge sharing across sectors including maintenance, security and operations. Its headquarters are in Riyadh.