New Delhi, August 4, 2009: RMSI along with Al-Arfaj Engineering Company (AEC) of Kuwait have recently been awarded the prestigious Kuwait Environment Public Authority (KEPA) project to develop an Environmental Monitoring Information System for the State of Kuwait.
RMSI headquartered in Noida, India is a leading player in the Global Geospatial Services industry, whereas Al-Afraz Engineering Company is an Engineering firm with activities connected to the Imports, Sales of Process Instrumentation, Electrical & Mechanical Equipments.
The scope of the project in its first phase would include developing the environmental monitoring centre (EMC) and geo-environmental database for the state of Kuwait within the environmental monitoring information system (EMIS) to enhance capabilities in the monitoring of environmental sites and activities in Kuwait using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and other relevant technologies such as GPS and Remote Sensing. In order to reach this goal, the KEPA has engaged RMSI and AEC to establish an Environmental Monitoring Center (EMC) built upon the latest technology hardware, software and networking infrastructure, as well as developing and improving the skills of its potential technical staff. The centre would house, a Geo-Environmental database that accommodates up-to-date environment-relevant datasets of Kuwait along with all relevant geospatial data available at the KEPA to be designed, developed, populated and hosted by RMSI and AEC at the EMC.
Speaking on the occasion, Abhay Patne, Head of GIS RMSI said "It is a great honor to partner a reputed firm like Al-Arfaj Engineering Company, which is one of the top Engineering firms of Kuwait. Our combined technical and industry knowledge along with AEC's expertise on the Kuwait market will help us provide cutting edge solutions to our clients taking this partnership to new levels"
About RMSI - Maximizing Business Value
At the leading edge of geospatial and information technology, RMSI develops innovative solutions that integrate geographic information with niche business applications. RMSI provides comprehensive geospatial and software services to clients across the globe, in sectors ranging from Land Management, Agriculture and Natural Resources, Wireless Telecommunications, Utilities, Disaster Management, to the Government and Multi Lateral Funding Agencies.
In the recently released Great Places to Work (India) 2009 study, RMSI achieved the number one position across all industries in India for three years in a row. The 2008 study covered over 373 companies across 25 industries and was conducted by the Great Places to Work Institute, Inc, USA in partnership with The Economic Times. RMSI has also been listed in IDC-Dataquest IT Best Employers Survey for six years in a row, since 2003. In 2008, it stands at a high 2nd position.
RMSI is owned by Risk Management Solutions (RMS), USA and is part of one of the UK's largest listed companies, the Daily Mail and General Trust plc. For more information, please visit www.rmsi.com
About Al-Arfaj Engineering Company (AEC)
AEC, since its establishment has been representing on exclusive basis many leading, reputable, International Manufacturers. AEC is continuously aiming at expanding its programme with top quality products incorporating the most advanced technology available.
AEC's dedication to advanced technology and clients' satisfaction is reflected on the experience and technical knowledge of its staff. AEC is proud to offer the services of its well-experienced sales and qualified technical personnel who maintain close contacts with clients. AEC is devoted in assisting clients in solving their technical problems from recommendation and upto actual implementation of projects.
AEC is involved in major supply projects including packages viz., Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation, Lab. Furnishings, Cathodic Protection, Fire Alarms, Fire Protection Systems, Installation / Commissioning of Equipments supplied by our principals and also involved in numerous Lab Equipment Maintenance Contracts.
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