• Regional headquarters aims to drive the company’s operations across the Middle East, Africa, and CIS countries
• Chinese lighting giant to add innovation and sustainability to existing infrastructure in MENA region
• Aligned with Dubai vision to minimize carbon footprint and improve levels of energy consumption

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates -- (BUSINESS WIRE) --

Shanghai Yaming Lighting Co, a trusted brand and pioneer in lighting technology development based in China, today marked the official opening of its regional headquarters at Dubai Silicon Oasis, the integrated free zone technology park.

Dr. Mohammed Alzarooni, Vice Chairman and CEO of Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), and Zhuang Shenan, Chairman of Shanghai Yaming Lighting Co, led the inauguration of Yaming’s regional headquarters in the presence of senior officials from DSOA and Yaming Lighting Co.

The ceremony was also attended by prominent industry leaders and decision makers, as well as representatives from key construction and engineering companies that have benefited from Yaming’s smart intelligent lighting control and energy-saving products including LED lamps and fixtures.

The new regional headquarters marks the organization’s expansion plans into the region. Focusing on innovation and sustainability through developing renewable technology and globally-approved, customized solutions that complement the region’s existing infrastructure, Yaming’s regional headquarters aims to drive the company’s operations across the Middle East, Africa, and CIS countries.

Speaking at the inauguration, Dr. Mohammed Alzarooni, said: “We are delighted to welcome Yaming, a renowned name in the lighting industry, to Dubai Silicon Oasis. We are confident the company will create great opportunities for consultants, designers, lighting engineers, and government bodies with its innovative line of products and internationally-acclaimed lighting components. Yaming’s decision to base its regional operations out of Dubai Silicon Oasis reflects our shared vision for renewable energy and energy saving projects, as well as innovative and smart technologies.”

For his part, Zhuang Shenan, said: “Based on our extensive feasibility studies, Dubai emerged as the top choice for our regional headquarters given its leading status across diverse economic indicators. Furthermore, Dubai Silicon Oasis offers the ideal platform to showcase our products and services with its state-of-the-art infrastructure and enabling services. We consider this development an excellent opportunity to demonstrate the best of our illuminating solutions and lighting applications for the benefit of this region.”

Rashid Al Noori, Chairman of Yaming Middle East, Africa and CIS, expressed his appreciation to Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority and Yaming’s dedicated staff for their unilateral support to the company’s successful launch and establishment in Dubai.

Al Noori said: “Since inception in 1923, Yaming has excelled in focusing on new technologies and reducing carbon footprint. Aligned with the vision of Dubai and Yaming’s own global strategy, our aim is to minimize carbon emissions and leverage the state-of-the-art infrastructure at Dubai Silicon Oasis to deliver best-in-class energy efficient lighting solutions to meet the dynamic demands of our urban ecosystem. Our excellent team of engineers and technicians with global know-how will come together as a core team to ensure this outcome on all levels.”

Globally, Yaming offers well-integrated illumination services with the support of its R&D, manufacturing, marketing, sales, contracting, and EMC units. With a track-record of stellar work, Yaming’s vision for excellence is considered a key driver in lighting up iconic buildings that define Shanghai’s skyline. Yaming’s products are exported to over 90 countries and regions worldwide.

*Source: ME NewsWire

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