Riyadh Cables Group of Companies

About Us

We have every confidence that our future will prove just as successful as our past. The Group has an excellent reputation both in the Kingdom and Worldwide for the quality of its service and undoubted excellence across its huge range of products.

However, we do not intend to rest on our laurels. Our research and development program aims to maintain our position as a leading innovator in the market place. Training and development programs for our employees will continue and our active marketing will further establish ourselves in prominent position in markets throughout the World.

The new company within the group, Riyadh Fibers, has a bright future benefiting from coming under the Riyadh Cables umbrella and offering innovative and advanced products to new markets.

By putting our customers requirements at the forefront of our thinking, we at Riyadh Cables Group of Companies are proud of our achievements to date and look confidently forward to an even better future.

Ever since its establishment Riyadh Cables Group of Companies has pioneered the cable and wire industry in the Middle East. Riyadh Cables Group of Companies is a leading manufacturer and exporter of all kinds of Power and Telecommunication Cables. Riyadh Cables Group of Companies has laid a firm foundation in wire and cable industry by modernization of production facilities and improvement of technical and quality standards. By dint of our all-out endeavor, ever increasing contracts for the supply of cables have been successfully completed or in progress both at home and abroad. Riyadh Cables Group of Companies offers a wide range of cables for demands made upon electrical, mechanical and thermal qualities. The listing of the cables below are not restrictive but only indicative of the main and most current types we manufacture.

In last 20 years since the establishment of Saudi Modern Company for Cables Industry LTD (Riyadh Cables), we have recorded unprecedented growth in production capacity, product range and capital. Our reputation as one of the leading names in the cable and allied manufacturing industry in the Middle East has been built on both quality and service.

Riyadh Cables Group of Companies is committed to maintain and enhance its reputation through solid growth, expertise and innovation. We believe that our success to date will provide a springboard for further achievements in the future, both domestic and abroad.

RCGC Group

Riyadh Cables Group of Companies (RCGC) -established in the year 1984 - consists of the following four major companies:

    Saudi Modern Company for Cables Industry Ltd. (Riyadh Cables) (RC)
    Saudi Modern Company for Metals, Cables and Plastic Industry Ltd (Riyadh Cables and Metals) (RC&M)
    Saudi Modern Company for special electric Wire & Cables Industry Ltd. (Riyadh Electric Wires (REW)
    Saudi Modern Company for Telephone Cable Ind. Ltd (Riyadh Telephone Cables) (RTC)

Spread over 650,000.00 square meters, 2000 employee, 18 local branches & 6 overseas branches, 5.0 billions SR turn over in 2007, and number 20th in The Top 100 Saudi Companies, we are considered the biggest cable manufacturer in the Middle East.

In brief, our production range covers Low, Medium, and High Voltage Cables up to 240 kV, Telephone, Optical Fiber, Pilot and Control Cables, Over Head Line AL & CU, ACSR, AAC, AAAC, THHN & Building Wires, and Copper Rods for the Cable Industry. Our products meet the international standards as well as the customers requirements. We are ISO 9001 : 2008 certified and the first cable manufacturer in Saudi Arabia to be awarded BASEC Certificate.

The Group Philosophy places the products Quality at the forefront of its objectives. The Group depends on the New Technologies affecting the global cable industry. The up-to-date machines involved in the production & the Quality Control process have been enhancing the Group's ability to compete in the international markets. As a result, our products reached over 36 countries around the world.

Chairman Statement

I am pleased to introduce this report to outline some achievements realized by Riyadh Cables Group of Companies (RCGC) during the last Financial year. Although last year was full of challenges, the Group was able to accomplish outstanding results as it has reached its highest records in sales and distribution. The Group has increased its production capacity by adding new production lines and upgrading the existing ones to meet the increasing demand of all its products in local and external markets. The Group has completed the high voltage project in Riyadh, in which the most advanced technology was used. This timesaving technology is based on conducting on-site high voltage tests by using a unique mobile AC-based testing unit. The successful use of this technology, for the first time in the Middle East, was an important achievement for SCECO Central and RCGC in view of the close mutual cooperation and collaboration between the two parties.

The new expansion is one of many important steps taken by the Group to reinforce its readiness for the coming phase of globalization. The group is continuously introducing new products accordingly to meet the increasing demand in communication and information fields.

The Group's ongoing development includes all human, technical and machinery aspects.Every year RCGC organizes and conducts many training courses to provide its employees with up-to-date required skills and to be abreast of the latest technological advancements in the fields of industry, communications and programs.

All these achievements were in line with economic directives approved by the government, the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques. Such as encouraging foreign investments and changing investments laws to suit the coming phase which is expected to witness several positive financial and economical developments that will contribute to boost the national economy. RCGC is working persistently with ambitious plans in the field of research and development to engulf the latest international advancements. RCGC is proud of being one of the national industrial pillars in the Kingdom, and of its capability to introduce the best quality products and services to its clientele inside and outside the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The accomplishments and the constant growth could only be achieved by the grace of Allah and then by the effective economic policies adopted by the government and Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques.

The government has spared no efforts to establish the necessary infrastructure for enhancing Saudi economy to face international competition and creating the appropriate environment for investment where both national economy and citizens will benefit.

The support and encouragement offered to the industrial sector by specialized ministries such as Ministry of Industry & Electricity, Ministry of Commerce and many other authorities was fundamental in developing the sector to reach self-sufficiency level and to assist in penetrating international markets.

Finally, I would like to extend my gratitude and thanks to our valuable customers for their continuous support and trust and to my colleagues at the Board of RCGC and to all Group employees for their dedication and sincere efforts.

Wishing you all success and prosperity.


Chairman             
Hikmat Saaduddin Al Zaim

Board of Director

Mr.Hikmat Saaduddin Al Zaim                     Chairman   
Mr.Hamdi Saaduddin Al Zaim                     Member   
Mr.Suleman Abdul Qadir Al-Muhedib     Member   
Dr.Saad Hamdi Al Zaim                             Member   
Mr.Ahmed Samir Hamdi Al Zaim             Member   
Mr.Mohammad Hikmat Zaim                     Member   
Dr.Fuad Fahad Mohammad Al-Saleh     Member   
Dr.Faisal Hamad Abdullah Al Sughair     Member   
Dr.Fahad Abdullah Al-Mubarak             Member   
Mr.Ammar Abdul Wahid Al Khudair        Member

Information Technology

Riyadh Cables (RC) continuously spends in IT research and development to ensure its business success and improvement. Riyadh Cables has a top skilled business and IT consultants' team, who continuously works on IT researches, developments, deployment and trainings to its employees.

Company has made history in year 1999 when one of the largest ERP Application "BaaN" is implemented to run its business. KPMG Bahrain was its implementation partners to carry out this prestigious project. High configuration hardware servers are running to this application.

Company has a very sophisticated Local Area Network, which is located in around two-kilometer area with high-speed fiber optic cables, CISCO data switches and routers, connecting all of its Research and development, technical, manufacturing units, Quality control, warehouses, sales, accounts and purchase offices with around 400 personal computers.

RC has implemented BaaN application in all of its business areas to improve its working and to ensure customer satisfaction with best quality products manufactured in highly controlled environment. Starting from customer inquiry, Technical design of product, Offer, Order execution, Purchase, Production control, QC, Delivery of material and Accounts, all are fully computerized and integrated, company has achieved tremendous benefits by achieving its customers satisfaction specially by reducing order execution time.

All national and international branches are connected with Head office via WAN and internet system is available 24x7 for up to date transaction.

Quality Assurance and Certification

Quality policy of Riyadh Cables Group of Companies, RCGC is to lead the region (Middle East) in Design, Development, Manufacture and supply of Low Voltage, Medium Voltage, High Voltage Power Cables, Over Head Conductors, Electric Wires and Wiring Cables, Control Cables, Service Drop cables Manufacture of Telephone Cables, Fiber Optic Telephone Cables, Copper rod and PVC according to I.E.C., A.E.I.C, S.A.S.O, A.S.T.M, DIN, VDE, ITU, STC, REA, RUS standards & other customer specifications. We ensure that our products consistently perform to their intended use safely and reliably.

RCGC is committed to implement a suitable Quality Management System that meets the requirements of ISO 9001: 2008 Standard and continually improve its effectiveness to satisfy the needs and expectations of customers. This is supported by establishing and reviewing documented Quality Policy and Quality Objectives. Quality Assurance takes a leading role in the RCGC management system where the position of Management representative is held by the Technical Director who has the authority to implement, review and maintain the effectiveness of this Quality Policy and Quality Management system. QA activity is further strengthened by QA Manager who is an experienced Registered Lead Auditor and acts as Deputy Management Representative.

RCGC produces more than 4000 grades of cables which are indigenously developed and established as standard products in course of our 25 years of proven experience. Our technical department is involved in most of the cable development projects initiated by utilities in the region. All standard products have individual item codes, standard bill of materials / weight analyses for every stage of production, standard routing with individual ID history, std material consumptions, std costs in integrated BAAN system of the company. RCGC employees approximately 1400 skilled employees from 25 countries. Cable experience is the norm for recruitment and cable expertise is the minimum for main field players.

RCGC has the latest state of the art CCV lines, extruders, tandem lines, assembly machines, stranding lines. We have indigenous production facilities for all our requirements of PVC, Copper rod from cathode and cable drums. Our laboratory is equipped with the most modern cable equipments in the world.

At RCGC every inquiry / order undergoes thorough scrutiny by technical engineers where customer specifications are reviewed against intended application requirements and our capability. Deviations if any are actioned in coordination with customer, availability of machines & raw materials is examined before giving formal acceptance to the customer ensuring 100% compliance to specifications & delivery schedules.

All LME quality metals are used, premier quality insulation / sheathing materials are procured from world leaders in the trade like U.C.C./ Borealis. Most of the raw materials are imported from leading European suppliers. Every product is tested in all its stages of production as per established test plans based on applicable national / international standards and customer specifications. Type test plans are established and product performance is measured. Each non conformance is recorded on BAAN, analyzed for root cause and actioned as per corrective action procedure. NCR Trends are automatically plotted in BAAN for timely analyses & action.

Every process is controlled by specific manufacturing instructions, work instructions and BAAN Production Authorizations. Key process indicators of every department are monitored by QA and top management. Ex: For production process indicators like productivity, scrap, downtime, material consumption, drum to drum deviations and non conformances on every stage are monitored periodically against specific targets. Economics of each process deviation is studied and suitable, timely action is taken resulting in continuous up dation of products, machines, processes and practices. Every employee is evaluated against job specific performance indicators and training is provided where needed.

Deficiencies or potentials for improvement are identified on a routine basis and handled as per procedure resulting in continual improvement. Overall performance is actioned in a yearly management review meeting. In last 5 years more than 70 improvement opportunities are identified and actioned as objectives in various areas of Product development, production and processes at all levels. Advanced statistical monitoring methods like 6 sigma analyses is applied wherever applicable.

Further our raw materials, processes , factories and products undergo rigorous inspections by specialists from customers and overseas independent inspection agencies such as KEMA (Netherlands), Kennedy and Donkin (UK), Crown Agents (UK), Electro watt Eng. Services LTD and Society General de Surveillance SA (Switzerland), SGS inspection services, Lloyds Register of Saudi Arabia, TUV (Germany) etc.

Near zero defect is achieved with consistent negligible complaints from last 2 years which is a substantial achievement considering the large volumes of production and complexity of operations. Documented customer satisfaction obtained from 150 main customers in 2010 on Price, Quality , delivery, service & payment terms demonstrate 40 % saying excellent performance, 35% good, 19% satisfactory and 6% saying needs improvement mostly on prices & payment terms.

RCGC maintains ISO 9001 : 2008 for its Low Voltage LV, Medium Voltage MV, High Voltage / HV cables, Overhead conductors, Electric Wires and Wiring Cables from BASEC - British Approvals Service for Electric Cables, U.K.- a niche, premier Cable certification body in the global cable market. A high level of auditing is conducted twice per annum by seasoned international cable professionals (only) to maintain confidence in the quality of cable products which are recognized as needing high safety and performance levels.

'RCGC holds ISO 9001:2008 for all its products LV, MV, HV, Overhead conductors, Copper & Fiber Telephone cables, Electric Wires & Wiring compounds, Copper Rod and PVC cable Compounds from TUV NORD a member of TUV CERT, GERMANY the world leader in management systems certifications"


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