Acotec enters a new distribution partnership with SKPS in the United Arab Emirates

A new era for sustainable anti-corrosion and PFP coating

Acotec and Sap & Kaps Petroleum Services LLC, UAE signed an agreement for the distribution of Acotec’s brands and products, including Humidur and Humidur Char, in the United Arab Emirates. Business operations will start immediately.

In the presence of the Belgian Ambassador to the United Arab Emirates, his excellency Peter Claes, an agreement was signed between Mr. Khaldoun A. Afifi, Managing Director of Sap and Kaps Petroleum Services l.l.c (SKPS) and Mr. Gary Hill, Global Business Development Director, Acotec.

The official signature of the accord took place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre during ADIPEC (Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition), one of the most influential events in the oil, gas and energy business’ calendar. 

Sharing of skills, knowledge, products and services

Besides providing more opportunities for trade between the two companies, the collaboration between SKPS and ACOTEC also promises to increase the level of skill sharing and knowledge of the products and services in the region. 

Acotec’s Corrosion Knowledge Centre has more than 35 years of experience in the development and production of sustainable anti-corrosion and passive fire protection coatings, and is world-renowned as a top provider of environmentally friendly solutions and technical expertise. 

SKPS offers a fresh and innovative approach to the business in UAE, as their goal is to exceed client expectations with outstanding customer service, increased flexibility, and greater value, thereby optimising system functionality and improving operational efficiency. 

Wim Schalley, Acotec CEO sees this new partnership as a stepping stone towards more business in the region. “This is clearly a new era for the distribution, storing and technical support of ACOTEC’s corrosion protection and passive fire protection products in the United Arab Emirates. We look forward to working with SKPS in the future.”

Khaldoun A. Afifi, Managing Director of SKPS confirmed this sentiment: “People safety, asset protection and continuity of operation is what SKPS look and strive for. Acotec will contribute to this, especially with the introduction of Humidur® and Humidur® Char to our market.”