The ISA Saudi Automation Conference (ISASAC) 2025 has solidified its position as a leading platform for industrial automation and digital transformation.

 

Held from May 4 to 6 at the Kempinski Al Othman Hotel in Al Khobar, KSA, the event was organised by the ISA Saudi Arabia Section and sponsored by Aramco, bringing together a dynamic gathering of industry leaders, professionals, and technology innovators.

 

Guided by the theme "Autonomous: Vision to Reality," the conference delved into the implementation of autonomous technologies across various industries.

 

The event opened with a keynote address delivered by Thamer Al Qarawi, Director at Aramco, on behalf of Walid Al Naeem, VP and Chief Engineer at Aramco, and Sam Armani, SVP of Business Development at mimik.

 

Their remarks set the tone for three dynamic days of thought leadership and technical exchange, centered on the future of automation, data analytics, AI-driven optimisation, and industrial cybersecurity.

 

ISASAC 2025 featured a packed agenda of technical sessions, expert panels, and a technology exhibition showcasing the latest innovations.

 

The event attracted participants from a wide range of sectors, including oil and gas and digital technology, fostering valuable cross-industry collaboration and dialogue.

 

Sirar by stc served as the Diamond Sponsor, while Barracuda and Hitachi Energy, as Gold Sponsors. Jazil Investments and GROB, mimik, and Yokogawa supported the event as Silver Sponsors. txOne Networks, Inspira, CQR, MSA Safety, Weatherford, OT Nexus, and Fortinet contributed as Associate Sponsors, while Flowtronix, ZEDEDA, and HAZCO supported as the networking sponsors for the event.

 

A highlight of the opening day was the gala dinner, hosted in partnership with Infoblox, which provided an opportunity for relaxed networking among delegates, speakers, and sponsors.

 

A session on “Strengthening Oil and Gas Cybersecurity Through Unified Visibility and Control” was held, offering thought-provoking insights that reflected the spirit of innovation and collaboration driving this year’s conference.

 

The conference also placed strong emphasis on the future of the industry by offering a dedicated platform for students and young professionals. Activities such as the Student Games brought emerging talent into the spotlight, underlining the importance of cultivating the next generation of automation and control experts. -OGN/ TradeArabia News Service