Saudi Accreditation Center

The Saudi Accreditation Center (SAAC), in collaboration with the Federation of Saudi Chambers, represented by the National Committee for Conformity Assessment Bodies, organized the 2026 Annual Meeting of Conformity Assessment Bodies in Riyadh. The meeting was attended by the Assistant Secretary-General for Economic Development, SAAC's Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Adel Al-Quaid, senior officials from the Center, and representatives of conformity assessment bodies from the public and private sectors.

During the meeting, SAAC's Chief Executive Officer delivered a speech emphasizing that conformity assessment bodies are key partners in building a robust quality infrastructure. He highlighted that direct engagement with these bodies and incorporating their feedback and insights are fundamental to enhancing accreditation services and improving their efficiency.

He further noted that the number of accredited conformity assessment bodies has exceeded 1,000, reflecting the continued growth of the sector and reinforcing the Center's commitment to further developing its services, enhancing the efficiency of the accreditation system, and strengthening its role in supporting the Kingdom's quality infrastructure.

The meeting also featured an overview of the latest developments in the accreditation system and discussions on several topics relevant to the operations of conformity assessment bodies. Participants explored key challenges and opportunities for improvement while exchanging perspectives and proposals aimed at strengthening collaboration between the Center and its stakeholders, enhancing the beneficiary experience, and improving service efficiency.

The annual meeting reflects SAAC's ongoing commitment to fostering effective partnerships with conformity assessment bodies and providing a platform for dialogue and knowledge exchange. These efforts contribute to the advancement of the conformity assessment sector, strengthen confidence in the quality of products and services, and reinforce the role of accreditation in supporting the Kingdom's quality infrastructure.

On Saudi National Day, we proudly reflect on the journey of a great nation whose foundations were laid by the Founder, King Abdulaziz bin Abdulrahman Al Saud—may Allah have mercy on him. His devoted sons carried forward the journey of nation-building and development, leading the Kingdom to become the ambitious model of progress and prosperity it is today. The Kingdom continues to move confidently toward a more competitive and sustainable future under the leadership of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister—may Allah protect them both.

This cherished national occasion is not only a time to commemorate the founding and unification of our nation, but also an opportunity to reflect on the scale of transformation taking place across the Kingdom in various fields, and on the ambitions of Saudi Vision 2030, which have made quality, efficiency, and competitiveness key pillars of the national development journey.

At the Saudi Accreditation Center, we are proud to be part of this national ecosystem through our role in strengthening confidence in conformity assessment services, supporting the quality of products and services, contributing to the competitiveness of the national economy, and facilitating trade.

The number of accredited conformity assessment bodies exceeding 1,000 marks an important milestone in the Center’s journey and reflects the growth and maturity achieved by the accreditation ecosystem in the Kingdom. It also embodies the collective efforts of our partners across the quality ecosystem, the government and private sectors, as well as assessors, experts, and conformity assessment bodies throughout the Kingdom.

For us, this achievement represents more than just a number. It reflects the expanding impact of accreditation, the promotion of a culture of quality, competence, and impartiality, and the strengthening of confidence in a national ecosystem that serves both the economy and society, while supporting the Kingdom’s presence and competitiveness at the regional and international levels.

On this cherished national occasion, I extend, on my own behalf and on behalf of the employees of the Saudi Accreditation Center, my sincere congratulations and best wishes to Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and the people of Saudi Arabia. We pray that Allah protects our nation and preserves its security, pride, and prosperity, and that we all continue to contribute to shaping a future worthy of the Kingdom’s ambitions and standing.

May our nation continue to grow in pride and prosperity year after year, and may the Kingdom continue to move confidently toward its ambitious future.

The Saudi Accreditation Center (SAAC) and the Saudi Data & AI Authority (SDAIA) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening cooperation in accreditation and conformity assessment for data and artificial intelligence initiatives, supporting their quality and reliability, developing technical capabilities, and exchanging expertise and knowledge in related fields. The MoU was signed on the sidelines of LEAP 2026 in Riyadh.

The MoU was signed on behalf of the Saudi Accreditation Center by Dr. Fahad Ibrahim Almoqhim, General Manager of Information Technology, and on behalf of SDAIA by Eng. Abdulhadi Alqahtani, Acting CEO of the National Data Management Sector.

The MoU includes cooperation in conformity assessment for data and artificial intelligence initiatives launched by SDAIA, as well as leveraging accreditation services for activities related to the Authority, contributing to enhancing the quality and reliability of these activities.

Areas of cooperation also include providing training and technical capacity-building services for SDAIA personnel, exchanging scientific and practical expertise between the two parties, and sharing data, research, and studies of mutual interest. These efforts are intended to develop technical and knowledge capabilities and promote knowledge exchange in areas related to accreditation, data, and artificial intelligence.

The MoU forms part of efforts to strengthen strategic partnerships, support the development of the quality ecosystem, and advance technical practices, contributing to the achievement of the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.