SScience & Technology Parks:cience & Technology Parks: A New Era for Sustainable Technology-Based Development
Presented at
IEP-SAC
By
Sadiq M. Sait Member, Prince Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz
Science ParkKing Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals
KFUPM, Dhahran16 December, 2004
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Presentation OutlinePresentation Outline
Part I: A Brief Overview of Science Parks
Part II: An Example of a Science Park at a University in
Saudi Arabia
Part III: Progress and Status
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Mission of the University Mission of the University
A Balance between three key elements:A Balance between three key elements:
• Generation of new knowledge.Generation of new knowledge.
• Passing on this knowledge to future Passing on this knowledge to future generations.generations.
• Serving the needs of industry Serving the needs of industry (business)(business) and the community. and the community.
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Methods for Supporting Methods for Supporting Knowledge-Based Business Knowledge-Based Business
• Science CitiesScience Cities
• TechnopolisTechnopolis
• High Technology Industrial ParksHigh Technology Industrial Parks
• Science & Research ParksScience & Research Parks
• Business IncubatorsBusiness Incubators
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What is an Incubator?What is an Incubator?
• An incubator is for individuals who are eager to start companies
• It provides financial, logistic, and intellectual support for a fixed period
• Provides incubation to new entrepreneurs through the utilization of University resources (and sometimes funds from governments and agencies)
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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
• Different from a Research Institute
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Benefits from the ParkBenefits from the Park
Development of the region, creation of wealth and employment opportunities for the Kingdom
Enhancement of University skill at industry collaboration
Tenant-University associations are built
Commercialization of University research
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International Associations: International Associations: Science ParksScience Parks
IASP: Int’l Association of Science Parks, Spain
UKSPA: UK Science Park Association, UK
AURP: Association of University Research Parks, USA
APSTI: Associatione Parchi Scientifici E Technologici Italiano, Italy
TEKEL: Suomen Teknologiakeskusten Litto, Finland
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Major International Science Major International Science ParksParks
Number of science parks in the world is more than 1,000
Most Science Parks are linked with Universities
Major Science Parks are found in:– USA, UK, Canada, Russia, France, Finland
– Japan, Hong Kong, China, Korea
– Malaysia, Iran
– Others
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Major Science Parks in Muslim Major Science Parks in Muslim WorldWorld
Bahrain: 1 Iran: 13 Kuwait: 1 Malaysia: 4 Morocco: 3 Nigeria: 1 Oman: 1 Saudi Arabia: 3 Tunis: 2 Turkey: 4 UAE: 3
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Major Science Parks in GCC Major Science Parks in GCC RegionRegion
Saudi Arabia: Prince Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Science Park, KFUPM, Dhahran
Kuwait: HRD Int’l Enterprise Center
UAE: Techno Park, Dubai
Oman: Knowledge Oasis Muscat
Bahrain: Bahrain Technology Park
Qatar: Science & Technology Park at Qatar Foundation Education City
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Prince Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Prince Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Science ParkScience Park
The VisionThe MissionGoals/ObjectivesPASP SiteBenefits to KFUPMBenefits to TenantsSuccess Factors
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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
Keywords: Closer ties and enduring links between academia and industry
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MissionMission
• To develop a financially self-sustaining entity at KFUPM
• Development of an entrepreneurial culture
• Provision of space in the incubator and science park, and creation of self-sustaining facilities
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ObjectivesObjectives
Commercialization of University research
Providing incubator programs to young Saudis, and promoting emerging small-businesses
Utilizing the Kingdom’s industrial and market strengths
Generating employment opportunities in knowledge-based businesses
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Modes of Participation in Modes of Participation in Science ParkScience Park
• Single-unit building
• Multi-tenant building
• Incubator building
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PASP SITEPASP SITE
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Chronology of EventsChronology of Events
KFUPM Science Park Project Committee Formed: 19/05/2002
Conceptual Plan Prepared: 15/09/2002
Foundation Stone by HRH Prince Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz: 20/10/2002
UNESCO Experts Visit to KFUPM: 22/02/2003
Project Awarded for Layout/Infrastructure Planning: 09/04/2003
Schlumberger Construction started: 01/10/2003
PASP company being formed: Now
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What is in there for KFUPM?What is in there for KFUPM?
Joint research projectsSharing of university laboratoriesCustom-designed courses for tenantsTenant staff in graduate programs
Advice from tenants (companies) on course design
Adjunct appointments of industry experts in the University
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KFUPM Research Strengths?KFUPM Research Strengths?
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Other Benefits to KFUPMOther Benefits to KFUPM
Close links between tenants and the University community
Attraction of high-quality faculty and researchers
Multinational scientists in PASP will keep the University abreast of the latest trends and developments
Employment opportunities for students (during study and upon graduation)
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Benefits to Tenant FirmsBenefits to Tenant Firms
Tenant companies can have a significant point of presence in the region
Availability of a skilled work-force pool from the student body
Opportunity for commercial deployment of University’s intellectual property
Access to the University’s educational programs
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KFUPM Pilot and Demonstration KFUPM Pilot and Demonstration PlantsPlants
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KFUPM LaboratoriesKFUPM Laboratories
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Other Joint ActivitiesOther Joint Activities
Large companies may choose to contract their research work to the University
Companies may donate equipment and share expertise, etc.
Senior staff of tenant companies may serve on University advisory committees
Tenants may offer scholarships to postgraduate students
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Critical Success FactorsCritical Success Factors
Planning, leadership, commitment, & involvement of everyone, for the effective implementation of the plan
Close interaction between the tenant firms and the University
A clear management structure, with a Park Manager appointed at an early stage
Preference to companies in the areas of general strength of the University
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Part III:Progress/StatusPart III:Progress/Status
1. What to Expect?
2. Major Companies Involved in KFUPM
3. Current and potential tenants of PASP
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What to Expect?What to Expect?
University will be surrounded by some of the world’s leading technology companies
Industry participation in academia
The University will build on its current strengths due to proximity with industry
Research & teaching programs will concentrate on modern high-technology
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Major Companies Collaborating Major Companies Collaborating with KFUPMwith KFUPM
SABIC Saudi Aramco Schlumberger, USA Japan Cooperation Center Petroleum Ciba, Switzerland Others
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International Companies in PASPInternational Companies in PASP
Schlumberger (Construction in progress) CIBA Specialty Chemicals, Switzerland Japan Cooperation Council for Petroleum Letters of Intent received:
– Idemitsu Kosan Ltd., Japan– Cytec, The Netherlands– WIPRO, India– Institute Francais du Petrole (IFP), France– Membrana, Germany– DevCorp Int’l, Bahrain
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Proposal for Funding & FinanceProposal for Funding & Finance
Given its ideal location and the explicit returns for the industry, the PASP-KFUPM Company is being formed with participation from: KFUPM Private Investments (Venture Capital) Saudi major companies (Saudi Aramco, SABIC,
possibly others) The University would be responsible for
establishment of standards for leasing, while the operation, maintenance and construction would be the responsibility of the PASP-KFUPM Company
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Governance & ManagementGovernance & Management
For effective management and governance, PASP-KFUPM Company will be formed based on the collaboration between three major parties:
– University: knowledge and resources– Industry: financing and R&D– Government: regulations and incentives
The Park will be managed as a commercial enterprise by a Park Manager, who heads the management team, and will be overseen by the Board of Directors of PASP-KFUPM.
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Finally….Finally….
PASP is a strong statement of KFUPM’s determination to maintain its high standards.
PASP initiative will couple the University with industry, and will create an environment with vast potential for joint technological R&D.
With the establishment of PASP, KFUPM moves forward with a far-reaching initiative that will be a dynamic catalyst for technological development.
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AcknowledgmentsAcknowledgments
KFUPM
British Council
UNESCO
IASP
THANK YOUTHANK YOU
