Mitsubishi Power and Kuwait University Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Nurture Kuwait Engineering Talent Development

KUWAIT CITY, Kuwait - July 1, 2024 --Mitsubishi Power, a power solutions brand of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Kuwait University on June 3^th, 2024 for a new internship program that will focus on nurturing talent development in the country, in line with Kuwait Vision 2035.

The groundbreaking internship program represents a significant step forward in education and power generation in Kuwait. Entitled "Improve Yourself, Improve Your Work," it will provide students in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Kuwait University's College of Engineering and Petroleum the opportunity to gain real life experience, elevate their skills and deepen their knowledge in power generation, a fundamental sector of Kuwait's economy, and a key driver of the country's ongoing progress and sustainable development.

The agreement was announced at an official Signing Ceremony held at the Kuwait University campus at Sabah AlSalem University City and was signed by Professor Nawaf Al Muteri, Acting President of Kuwait University and by Mr. Ahmed Monir, General Manager for Kuwait at Mitsubishi Power. The event was attended by senior officials from both organizations. The delegation from Kuwait University included Dr. Fahad Al Fadhli Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Jasem Al Hamdan, Acting Dean of Student Affairs, Professor Khalid Al Hazza, Dean of College of Engineering and Petroleum, and Dr. Osama Al Yousofi, Acting Chairman of Mechanical Engineering Department at the College of Engineering and Petroleum. The Mitsubishi Power delegation included Mr. Akira Nakayama, Commercial Manager and Mr. Yuta Ozawa, Deputy General Manager, Kuwait office.

Through this internship program, which spans three years, Kuwaiti engineering students will be enrolled to receive hands-on training, guided by experienced engineers from Mitsubishi Power. Interns will be able to participate in a focused 25-hour curriculum, which includes on-site training at Kuwait power stations equipped with Mitsubishi Power technologies.

Alongside on-the-job training at Kuwait power stations, the curriculum will include comprehensive sessions on power plant operations and safety protocols, ensuring that students not only acquire technical knowledge but also understand the critical safety procedures within the energy industry. Upon completion, participants will be required to present a summary of their experience and insights gained, and in turn, receive a certification recognizing their participation and successful completion of the program.

This latest program, which will contribute to developing the next generation of leaders for the Kuwaiti electricity sector, reflects Mitsubishi Power's ongoing commitment to Kuwait, where the company has been a key power solution supplier, with a long and successful heritage in the country that extends over 50 years. Mitsubishi Power's reliable, efficient and innovative technology solutions and services have been integral to Kuwait's power infrastructure, supplying a significant portion of the nation's power stations needs including Doha West, Sabiya, Az-Zour South and Shuaiba South. Mitsubishi Power is also powering key installations in the Oil & Gas industry, including the Mina Al-Ahmadi and Mina Abdullah refineries.