ASNT and Sigma Enterprises Partner to Expand NDT Training Opportunities in the Gulf Region

(Columbus, Ohio) The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) is pleased to announce a strategic partnership with Sigma Enterprises LLC aimed at expanding access to advanced nondestructive testing (NDT) training programs and technical workshops throughout the Gulf Region. This collaboration is focused on providing NDT professionals with access to globally recognized NDT knowledge, emerging technologies, best practices, and professional development opportunities. 

"Through this collaboration ASNT and Sigma are advancing a shared commitment to expand access to world-class NDT education, standards, and technical skills development while building the skilled workforce needed to support the Gulf Region’s rapidly evolving industries,” said Paul Lang, ASNT Chief Global Strategy Officer. 

By leveraging ASNT's international leadership in NDT standards, certification, and technical education, along with Sigma's strong regional expertise and industry presence, the partnership aims to address the growing demand for skilled NDT professionals across key industries including oil and gas, petrochemicals, power generation, manufacturing, and infrastructure. 

"Our collaboration with ASNT represents an important step in strengthening the NDT ecosystem in the Gulf Region," said Suneesh KS, Business Unit Manager, Sigma Enterprises LLC. "Through SIGMA's Training & Innovation Centre, we are committed to expanding access to high-quality NDT education, practical learning, and professional development opportunities for industry professionals. By bringing together ASNT's leadership in NDT education and SIGMA's proven training capabilities and industry-focused learning environment, we aim to develop highly skilled professionals and advance inspection excellence across the region." 

The first phase of the partnership will focus on a new workshop series featuring hands-on instruction, practical applications, and opportunities for participants to gain experience applicable toward certification and recertification requirements. Additional details regarding workshop topics, schedules, and registration will be announced in the coming months.  

About ASNT 

ASNT is the association for nondestructive testing (NDT) professionals committed to making the world a safer place. NDT professionals detect irregularities, flaws, and defects in materials, components, and structures that could compromise the safety, reliability, or functionality of an object or structure. Established in 1941, ASNT supports members with certifications, professional development, industry insights, advocacy, events, publications, and networking opportunities and is focused on fostering the growth of future generations of NDT professionals through the ASNT Foundation. Serving more than 22 000 members and certificate holders worldwide, ASNT is the largest technical society for NDT professionals. ASNT is based in Columbus, Ohio, with offices in Houston, Texas, Washington, D.C., and Chennai, India. 

About Sigma 

Headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, SIGMA Enterprises combines local expertise with regional reach to deliver world-class engineering solutions, technical support, and after-sales services. Our strategically located offices and trusted network enable us to support customers efficiently across the Middle East. 

Media Contact:  

Garra Liming  

Director, Public Relations & Government Affairs  

The American Society for Nondestructive Testing (ASNT)  

614-274-6003; govrelations@asnt.org