KNETCO and Johnson Controls Forge Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Smart Building Solutions in Kuwait

KNETCO, A leader and trusted partner in transforming businesses visions into digital reality in Kuwait, and Johnson Controls, a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, announced a strategic partnership agreement. 

The ceremony, held at the Courtyard Marriott Hotel in Kuwait City, marks a significant milestone in the collaboration between these two leading companies. This partnership is expected to bring about revolutionary changes in the smart building sector in Kuwait.

The partnership aims to leverage Johnson Controls’ “OpenBlue”the blueprint of the future for smart buildings, transforming buildings from static entities into smart, strategic assets. OpenBlue is a comprehensive system of connected technologies that integrate data from multiple sources to provide a unified view of building operational technology status. This platform not only tracks and analyzes operations but also offers actionable recommendations and executes commands automatically to ensure optimal building performance.

Al-Ghanim, Chairperson of KNETCO, expressed her enthusiasm for this partnership, affirming its alignment with KNETCO’s strategic goals. “This collaboration underscores our commitment to delivering advanced digital and technological solutions. Through our partnership with Johnson Controls, we are poised to transform the smart building industry in Kuwait. Our focus on developing smart infrastructure and integrating cutting-edge technologies will lead to significant progress, benefiting our clients and the community as a whole.”

Mohammad Khalid, Vice President and General Manager for the Middle East and North Africa at Johnson Controls, commented on the partnership, stating, ” Our collaboration with KNETCO empowers us to deliver the award-winning OpenBlue platform to the Middle East. Through data-driven insights and advanced technological solutions, we’re transforming the region’s built environment by creating smarter, healthier, and more sustainable buildings. This partnership represents another significant step toward a greener future.”