In a proud achievement for Saudi Arabia’s industrial training sector, Standard Arabia Training Institute, part of Standard Arabia Inspection Co. Ltd., has won the prestigious IPAF Training Centre of the Year award at the International Awards for Powered Access (IAPA) ceremony held in Istanbul, Türkiye.
This international recognition places Standard Arabia among the industry’s leading training providers, highlighting the Kingdom’s growing capabilities in technical education, workforce competency and occupational safety.
With more than 130 entries from over 84 countries participating in the IAPA Awards 2026, Standard Arabia emerged as the winner of the IPAF Training Centre of the Year category, marking a significant international achievement for Saudi Arabia.
The award recognises the institute’s outstanding performance in powered access training, its commitment to delivering internationally recognised safety training, and its leadership in organising Saudi Arabia’s largest-ever Mobile Elevating Work Platform (MEWP) safety awareness initiative.
Standard Arabia Inspection Co. Ltd. is a leading Saudi-based inspection, testing and certification company approved by SASO and HERC, while its training institute is approved by TVTC. Standard Arabia holds various international accreditations and recognitions, including LEEA, OSHA, IPAF, IADC, IQ-OHS and other professional bodies.
The company is actively involved in major projects associated with Saudi Aramco, SABIC and other leading oil and gas, petrochemical, infrastructure and mega-project developments across Saudi Arabia, contributing to quality assurance, workforce competency and industrial safety.
Representing Standard Arabia at the international awards ceremony were Mr. Monis Farhat Kapthi, Business Development Manager, and Mr. Bilal Mukhtar, Manager, Training and Safety Department, who have played important roles in advancing the institute’s training capabilities and international recognition.
This achievement reflects the visionary leadership and continued support of Mr. Ali Al Shammari, President, and Mr. Mohammed Imthiyaz Mulky, General Manager, alongside the valuable contributions of Mr. Fayaz Yousif, Operations Manager; Mr. Talal Al Yousuf, HR Manager; and Mr. Mohammed Sinan, Training Superintendent.
Standard Arabia’s international recognition marks a significant milestone for Saudi Arabia’s industrial training sector. Aligned with Saudi Vision 2030, the achievement highlights the Kingdom’s growing excellence in technical training, workforce development and industrial safety, while reinforcing Standard Arabia’s commitment to international standards and safer workplaces.
From Saudi Arabia to the world, Standard Arabia’s achievement stands as a testament to the Kingdom’s growing strength in technical excellence, safety leadership and international competitiveness.
Source: Saudi Gazette