Prince Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Science Prince Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Science

ParkPark (PASP)“Knowledge to the modern economy is what coal and steel were to

the industrial revolution”

Presentation to SABIC Delegation

byPASP Project Committee

KFUPM14 January 2004

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Members of the PASP ProjectMembers of the PASP ProjectCommittee & Their Committee & Their

ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities

Dr. Mohammad Abul-HamayelDr. Mohammad Al-OhaliDr. Mohammad RamadyDr. Sadiq M. SaitDr. Halim Hamid Redhwi (Chairman) Chairman)

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Presentation OutlinePresentation Outline

Part I: A Brief Overview about Science Parks

Part II: Plan of PASP

Part III: Progress and Status

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What Are Science Parks?What Are Science Parks? A property based initiative which:

– Has operational links with universities and research centers– Is designed to encourage knowledge based industries – Has an element of technology transfer and job opportunities

Over a thousand Science parks around the world: Australia, Singapore, Hong-Kong, Morocco, Finland, Brazil, UK, USA, and others

IASP (International Association of Science Parks, 250+ membership almost half are University Parks)

Different from Research Institutes (RI)?

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Benefits from the ParkBenefits from the Park

Economic development of the country

University to become skilled at industry collaboration

Tenants forming associations with the University

Commercialization of University research, including incubation facilities for start-ups

Development of the region and creation of wealth and employment opportunities

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What is in their for KFUPMWhat is in their for KFUPM Joint research projects, especially for graduate

and doctoral students Work experience programs for undergrads (part-

and full-time jobs for university students) Sharing of university equipment and laboratories Custom-designed education programs for tenants Many staff in tenant companies can enroll in our

graduate programs Advice from tenants (companies) on course design Adjunct appointments of industry experts to teach

and research in the university

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Benefits to Tenant FirmsBenefits to Tenant Firms Tenant companies can have a significant point of

presence in the from an R&D perspective Availability of a highly skilled work-force pool from

faculty members, researchers, grad. and undergrad. students body

Assistance in identifying university programs and resources that best relate to the tenant’s research

Adjunct faculty participation from tenants Opportunity for commercial deployment of

university’s proprietary patents and innovations Access to the university’s advanced educational and

training programs

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Different from an RIDifferent from an RI External Research projects at KFUPM

departments and RI differ from Science Park concept

At the Science-Park, companies conduct research independently for their own motives, by their own researchers, utilizing their own facilities, and may involve University researchers & facilities, without intervention of University

It differs from funded project awarded to University faculty

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What is an Incubator?What is an Incubator?• An incubator generates and sustains the

dynamic process of business enterprise development for individuals eager to start companies to build commercially viable products.

• It provides support of infrastructure, logistics, finance, training, and advice, until the businesses find their own place outside.

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Chronology of EventsChronology of Events• KFUPM Science Park Project Committee Formed: 19/05/2002• International Companies Contacted: 20/06/2002• Letters of Intent Received: 15/07/2002• Conceptual Plan (prepared by PASP Project Committee): 15/09/2002• PASP Website Created (http://www.ccse.kfupm.edu.sa/~cadprj): 01/10/2002• Foundation Stone by HRH Prince Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz: 20/10/2002• UNESCO Experts Visit to KFUPM: 22-25/02/2003• PASP Plan Finalized: 25/03/2003• Schlumberger Contract Signed: 04/04/2003• Project Awarded for Layout/Infrastructure Planning: 09/04/2003• Marketing Campaign Launched: 15/04/2003• Presentation to HH Prince Saud Al-Saud, Chairman SABIC: 26/04/2003• Preliminary Report on Layout/Infrastructure finalized: 27/04/2003

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Plan of PASPPlan of PASP

The Vision The Mission Other issues

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VisionVision

To make a significant contribution to the wealth & welfare of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through the development of knowledge based companies that will also strengthen the achievement of the mission of KFUPM to be a leading institution in the creation and dissemination of knowledge in its chosen fields of study

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MissionMission

• To develop financially self-sustaining physical and operational entity designed to create wealth through the commercialisation of scientific and technological knowledge from KFUPM;

• Development of an entrepreneurial culture amongst faculty, researchers, students, of KFUPM and providing technical, business, and financial advice to clients;

• Providing space in incubator and science park with access to university facilities and creation of a self sustaining and self supporting community of knowledge based companies.

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ObjectivesObjectives Commercialization of University research and to act as a vehicle

for entrepreneurs by providing a strong point of presence for national and international companies;

Providing incubator programs to young Saudis and promoting emerging small-businesses and enterprises;

Utilizing the Kingdom’s industrial and market strength for the benefit of making KFUPM a focal point for attracting International R&D Personnel from Schlumberger, CIBA, Nippon, Microsoft, Bell, GE, etc.;

Generating employment opportunities for students and graduates in these knowledge based business houses;

To perform relevant and high quality R&D for transfer to industry, and provide a focal point of industry-University relationship;

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Proposal for Funding & Proposal for Funding & FinanceFinance

Given its ideal location and the explicit returns for the Industry, it is proposed that PASP-KFUPM Company be formed that is financed by:

KFUPM Private Investments (VC) Saudi Mega Companies

The University would be a responsible for laying down standards for leasing tenants, while operation, maintenance and construction would be the responsibility of the company

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Governance & ManagementGovernance & Management For effective management and governance it

is suggested that PASP-KFUPM Company is formed based on the collaboration between three major parties: – University: knowledge and resources (and partial funding)– Industry: financing and R&D– Government: regulations and incentives

Park managed as a commercial enterprise by a Park Manager, who heads the management team, and is overseen by a board of directors

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Part IIIPart IIIProgress and StatusProgress and Status

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UNESCO Experts UNESCO Experts RecommendationsRecommendations

• Supreme aim is the development of a community that will create wealth and welfare in the Kingdom, and the creation of an entrepreneurial culture that maximises the commercialisation of ideas from KFUPM;

• A combination of patience compatible with the achievement of PASP’s Vision in the long-term (30 years); and a sense of urgency compatible with producing early visible performance

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UNESCO Experts UNESCO Experts (Recommendations, Contd.)(Recommendations, Contd.)

• An arms-length company separate from the University and Research Institute should manage the Park (PASP)

• The Board of PASP should be chaired by the Rector and should have members from the University, Government, tenants, and other key stakeholders

• HRH Prince Abdullah bin Abdulaziz could be approached for becoming the honorary President of the Board

• A Park Manager (CEO) should be appointed as soon as possible

• The site development plan of the Park should be completed and approved by the PASP Board

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First Tenant in PASPFirst Tenant in PASP( Schlumberger, USA)( Schlumberger, USA)

Schlumberger/KFUPM collaboration began in year 2000

Formal contract as park tenant signed in 2003 Schlumberger Foundation Stone Placed Site allocated in proposed PASP Site (2500 Square

meters) Building design completed, construction began Currently Schlumberger renting space in KFUPM Schlumberger employees working at KFUPM Conducting joint projects with KFUPM

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Potential Tenants in PASPPotential Tenants in PASP(JCCP, Japan)(JCCP, Japan)

Contract Duration: 1995-2005

HSFCC project foundation stone by HRH Prince Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz

Utilizing RI laboratories for housing equipment and instruments

Japanese researchers working full time at KFUPM

HSFCC Lab Facilities developed in KFUPM and Ras Tanura

More projects committed

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Potential Tenants in PASPPotential Tenants in PASP(CIBA Chemicals, Switzerland)(CIBA Chemicals, Switzerland)

Contract Duration: 2002-Open-ended

Using KFUPM laboratories for housing equipment and instruments

Using KFUPM laboratory and field facilities for research projects

CIBA researcher working full time at KFUPM

Training KFUPM researchers for CIBA business related research work

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Interest of International Companies in Interest of International Companies in PASPPASP

(Letters of Intent received from;)(Letters of Intent received from;)

Idemitsu Kosan Company Ltd., Japan

Cytec Industries, B.V., The Netrherlands

Institute France Petrole (IFP), France

Membrana GmbH (a member of the ACORDIS Group), Germany

DevCorp International, Bahrain

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Saudi Aramco and Saudi Aramco and SABIC SABIC ParticipationParticipation

Invitation letters sent to Saudi Aramco and SABIC for involvement and participation in PASP

Potential Advantages Cited;

Availability of additional R&D laboratory space for expansion of R & D activities not covered in existing R&D facilities

Opportunity for company’s researchers with new and novel ideas to begin to exploit them in a separate atmosphere

Opportunity to come into direct contact with, and to evaluate, students who are potential new company’s employees.

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PASP SITEPASP SITE

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Look Ahead PlanLook Ahead PlanFor Q1 & Q2, 2004For Q1 & Q2, 2004

Site development work to start by 2004 LOI from 5 new Potential Tenants Confirmation of involvement by Saudi Aramco and

SABIC Marketing Brochure finalized Public Awareness in Electronic- and Print-Media Visits to International Science Parks Attendance in related Conferences Visits of International Experts to KFUPM (British

Council) Sub-Committee (Legal, Marketing, etc.)

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Action Plan for 2004Action Plan for 2004 Board of Directors Approved 10 Tenants Agreement Legal and Administrative Issues

Resolved Site Developed Defining The Role of Faculty

members, researchers and Students in PASP

Incubator Program Launched

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Finally …Finally …The PAASP is a strong statement of KFUPM’s

determination to maintain its high standards in research, technological development and academic excellence.

It is an initiative to couple the University’s research resources with the technological capabilities of the industrial sector, thereby creating a highly collaborative environment with vast potential for joint technological R&D.

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And..And.. With the establishment of this science

park, KFUPM moves forward into its fiftieth year with a far-reaching initiative that will be a dynamic catalyst for technological development and collaboration between the university and the industry.

THANK YOUTHANK YOU