GSMR Launches Internationally Accredited Maintenance and Asset Reliability Certification (MARC)
The Gulf Society for Maintenance & Reliability (GSMR) has announced the launch of the Maintenance and Asset Reliability Certification (MARC) following its successful accreditation in accordance with ISO/IEC 17024:2012 through the Gulf Accreditation Center (GAC).
This achievement marks a significant milestone for the maintenance, reliability, and asset management profession across the GCC, reinforcing GSMR's commitment to developing qualified professionals and promoting internationally recognized best practices.
The accreditation confirms that MARC meets global standards for personnel certification and professional competency assessment, providing practitioners with a credible and internationally recognized certification pathway.
Commenting on the launch, Eng. Ahmed AlJelwah, Chairman of GSMR, said:
"The launch of MARC reflects GSMR's commitment to advancing professional excellence and developing specialized competencies across the GCC. Achieving ISO/IEC 17024 accreditation demonstrates our dedication to the highest standards of quality, integrity, and professionalism in certification and competency development."
He added that the certification provides a structured framework for professionals working in maintenance, reliability, and asset management, enabling them to apply international methodologies and best practices while supporting the evolving needs of the region's industrial sectors.
The MARC certification is expected to enhance the recognition of professional competencies, support workforce development, and help organizations improve asset performance, operational reliability, risk management, and long-term sustainability.
This milestone aligns with the GCC's vision to strengthen industrial competitiveness, foster innovation, and support sustainable economic growth. It also reinforces GSMR's role in advancing professional standards and promoting collaboration between industry, academia, and professional institutions throughout the region.
About GSMR
The Gulf Society for Maintenance & Reliability (GSMR) is a non-profit society dedicated to advancing maintenance, reliability, and asset management practices across the GCC. Through professional development, knowledge-sharing, and certification initiatives, GSMR supports the growth of highly skilled professionals and the adoption of international best practices across industry sectors.
The Maintenance and Asset Reliability Certification (MARC) is GSMR's flagship professional certification program, designed to recognize and develop competencies in maintenance, reliability, and asset management in line with internationally accepted standards.