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As regulatory compliance continues to evolve across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), manufacturers, distributors, and exporters of hardlines, electrical and electronics and telecom products face increasing challenges in ensuring their goods are approved for entry into key regional markets such as the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

This webinar will provide a comprehensive understanding of the mandatory product certification schemes and conformity assessment procedures applicable to these product categories. Industry experts will guide participants through the latest requirements under KSA’s SABER and UAE’s ECAS & EQM systems, helping businesses navigate approval pathways efficiently and avoid costly delays.

Whether you are a brand owner, manufacturer, exporter, or compliance professional, this session will equip you with the knowledge to confidently place your products on shelves in the market while maintaining full regulatory compliance.

Webinar details

  • Date: 8 Apr 2026, Wednesday
  • Time: 11 am to 12 noon CEST | 5 pm to 6 pm SGT
  • Language: English
  • Duration: 1 hour (45 mins presentation + 15 mins Q&A)

Key topics covered

In this session, our expert will cover:

1. Understanding MOIAT Certification (UAE):

  • MOIAT (Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology) oversees product conformity in the UAE.
  • Products must comply with ECAS (Emirates Conformity Assessment Scheme) or EQM (Emirates Quality Mark) certification schemes.
  • Certification is mandatory for regulated products such as: 
    • Electrical equipment
      • Low Voltage Equipment & EESL
      • ROHS
      • Lighting Products
      • ECAS EX
    • Mechanical
      • Automotive Spare Parts
      • Water Fixtures
      • Electrical Elevators
      • Escalators
      • Child Car Seats

2. SASO Certification (Saudi Arabia):

  • SASO (Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization) regulates product safety and conformity.
  • SABER portal is used for certification and registration.
  • Two key certificates are required: 
    • PCoC (Product Certificate of Conformity): Verifies product compliance with SASO technical regulations.
    • SCoC (Shipment Certificate of Conformity): Ensures each shipment meets Saudi standards.
Abdul Malek

Abdul Malek

Operations Manager, TÜV SÜD Middle East

Abdulmalek is a mechanical engineer with 15 years’ experience with TÜV SÜD, stared with as an inspection engineer for lifting and heavy equipment, he is also trainer and instructor for operators. At TÜV SÜD Middle East, he specialises in mechanical products and leading team of experts in electrical / civil scopes.

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