SAMI Advanced Electronics Celebrates 27 Years Partnership with King Saud University
SAMI Advanced Electronics, a subsidiary of the Saudi Arabian Military Industries Company (SAMI), celebrated 27 years of historic partnership with King Saud University on January 21, 2026. The milestone was marked during the annual awards ceremony honoring winners of the Best Graduation Project Award, demonstrating the company’s unwavering commitment to supporting young Saudi talent and advancing their academic pursuits in engineering and technology fields.
Supporting Excellence in Engineering and Technology
The SAMI Advanced Electronics partnership with King Saud University has become a cornerstone of talent development in Saudi Arabia. The award ceremony recognized outstanding students from the College of Computer and Information Sciences and the College of Engineering’s Electrical Engineering Department. The prestigious award categories celebrate scientific advancement, excellence, and innovation, including Best Project, Best Student, Best Idea, and Best Electronics Laboratory Project. These awards represent the company’s dedication to encouraging students who develop practical solutions and technical innovations that serve both society and the nation.
This year’s ceremony honored the 2026 graduating class, marking SAMI Advanced Electronics’ 27th consecutive year of sponsoring the award and supporting university students. The recognition program has evolved into a significant platform for identifying and nurturing the next generation of Saudi engineering talent, with many previous winners now holding influential leadership positions across the kingdom.
Leadership Vision for National Talent Development
“We are proud to sponsor the Best Graduation Project Award at the College of Computer and Information Sciences and the College of Engineering’s Electrical Engineering Department at King Saud University for nearly three decades. Our primary goal remains honoring and showcasing young Saudi talent and supporting their technical innovations, in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030 objectives. Many previous award winners have become influential leaders today, contributing effectively to the kingdom’s efforts in building a diverse knowledge-based economy.”
Engineer Ziyad Al-Muslam, CEO of SAMI Advanced Electronics
Al-Muslam further emphasized the company’s commitment to empowering national talent: “At SAMI Advanced Electronics, we are committed to enabling national competencies and refining their skills. This is reflected in our support for this award and our development of knowledge infrastructure directed toward young Saudis. One of our most prominent initiatives is establishing a comprehensive electronics laboratory at the College of Computer and Information Sciences. We continue supporting college students and providing an environment that helps them develop their capabilities and meet future knowledge and professional requirements.”
Award Winners and Innovation Achievements
The 2026 awards recognized exceptional student projects demonstrating innovation and technical excellence. The Rotman Lenses project secured first place in the Scientific Advancement category, followed by the Wafra project in second place and the Unmanned Aircraft Positioning System project in third place. The Jazem project won the Innovation Award, while students Mishari Al-Dawood, Yara Al-Fouzan, and Raghad Bin Kharif received the Excellence Award. The PlasterMate project won Best Graduation Project, and the Swimming Assistant System project earned recognition as the Best Idea in the Electronics Laboratory.
King Saud University’s Acting President, Dr. Ali bin Mohammed Maslamani, expressed appreciation for the enduring partnership: “Our partnership with SAMI Advanced Electronics has contributed over 27 years to promoting an innovation ecosystem within the university and has helped motivate students to develop quality ideas and pioneering projects that align with national development aspirations. We greatly value the company’s continued support for the award, which has tangibly contributed to raising the level of positive competition among students and achieving scientific and academic excellence.”
The SAMI Advanced Electronics partnership with King Saud University exemplifies corporate commitment to educational development and national talent cultivation. Through consistent sponsorship and infrastructure investment, including the establishment of a comprehensive electronics laboratory, the company has created lasting impact on Saudi Arabia’s technical education landscape. As the kingdom continues advancing its Vision 2030 agenda, such partnerships between industry leaders and academic institutions remain essential for developing the skilled workforce necessary for economic diversification and technological innovation.
