Riyadh, March 30, 2010 – UTC Fire & Security’s Global Security Products business and local partner HSB (Hardware Solutions Builders ) today announced the grand opening of the first Pro Express security shop in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. UTC Fire & Security is a business unit of United Technologies Corporation (NYSE: UTX)
One address, one-stop shop, Pro Express offers convenience for security professional customers, answering their needs by offering easy access to purchase a selected range of electronic security products in a business-to-business service outlet. This complementary point of sale service allows security professionals to be more efficient in their work.

“We are delighted to bring this new concept to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, further affirming our commitment to helping to protect the region and its residents,” said Georges Hachem Area Manager for Saudi Arabia Global Security Products, UTC Fire & Security. “Pro Express will carry a permanent stock of at least 150 high-volume items, allowing security professionals in the region to select what they want, when they want it,“ he stated.

Additionally, Pro Express provides on-location, first-hand technical support from experts who have extensive knowledge of the complete range of security products, solutions and applications.

As the region experiences a period of high growth, there is also a growing interest in security solutions. “Security and safety are global concerns,” said Sami Said, General Manager, HSB. ” Through our relationship with UTC Fire & Security, we aim to provide world-class safety and security products to our notable customers.”

Every Pro Express has a state-of-the-art live product demonstration area, staffed by a team of enthusiastic professionals whose mission is to satisfy their customer’s needs. With its advanced security products, UTC Fire & Security has launched a fresh drive to promote the use of new technologies.

Pro Express Saudi Arabia provides a great services opportunity for all Saudi Arabia. Other successful openings include Bahrain, Paris, Rome, Nairobi and Helsinki to name a few. These centers further demonstrate UTCFS’ commitment to offering added value to customers.

About UTC Fire & Security
UTC Fire & Security provides fire safety and security solutions to more than 1 million customers worldwide. Headquartered in Connecticut, U.S., UTC Fire & Security is a business unit of United Technologies Corp., which provides high technology products and services to the building and aerospace industries worldwide. More information can be found on their Web sites at www.gesecurity.eu , www.utcfireandsecurity.com and www.utc.com. ​
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