About IGSS

Why Choose IGSS?

Integrity, strong ethical standards, innovative and latest technological solutions, competitive pricing for quality products and services.

Excellent rapport and access to clients; excellent reputation, detailed understanding of local culture, habits, and work environment; Knowledge of Labor laws, rules and regulations; First-hand knowledge and access of current projects and requirements.

Who We Are

International Group for Safety & Security (IGSS) is a Kuwaiti based company established early in 2012 in order to better serve the special needs of diverse governmental ministries, sectors, as well as private companies serving these sectors. The founder and Chairman of IGSS, Retired Major General Sulaiman Mohammed AlShehab, envisioned the establishment of a reputable company with special skills across various sectors in order to introduce dynamic, innovative companies and technologies with the specific goal of better serving the country. Maj. Gen. (Rtd) Sulaiman served 34 years in the Kuwait Air Forces and specialized in the field of Communications, Maintenance, Hardware and Software Solutions, as well as Project Management. The IGSS CEO, retired Brigadier General Naseem Saad Al Naseem, joined IGSS and instilled new energy and a progressive vision for the company based on a combination of factors including vast professional experience(s) of the core team, expertise in Kuwaiti laws, regulations, and an entrenched personal network(s) with most of the major ministries, decision makers, and a close pulse on future potential direction(s) the leadership have for the State of Kuwait. Brig. Gen. Naseem served 31 years in the Kuwait Armed Forces and was head of the F/A 18 Aircraft Program, served as a liaison in the U.S. for a few years and closely monitored the progress of the program goals and objectives. The Brig. Gen. became Head of Procurement for all the Kuwaiti Armed Forces (Army, Air Force, Navy, & Special Forces) for about a decade.

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How we got started

International Group for Safety & Security (IGSS) is a Kuwaiti-based company established early in 2012 in order to better serve the special needs of diverse governmental ministries, sectors, as well as private companies serving these sectors. The founder and Chairman of IGSS, Retired Major General Sulaiman Mohammed AlShehab, envisioned the establishment of a reputable company with special skills across various sectors in order to introduce dynamic, innovative companies and technologies with the specific goal of better serving the country. Maj. Gen. (Rtd) Sulaiman served 34 years in the Kuwait Air Forces and specialized in the field of Communications, Maintenance, Hardware and Software Solutions, as well as Project Management. The IGSS CEO, retired Brigadier General Naseem Saad Al Naseem, joined IGSS and instilled new energy and a progressive vision for the company based on a combination of factors including vast professional experience(s) of the core team, expertise in Kuwaiti laws, regulations, and an entrenched personal network(s) with most of the major ministries, decision-makers, and a close pulse on future potential direction(s) the leadership has for the State of Kuwait. Brig. Gen. Naseem served 31 years in the Kuwait Armed Forces and was head of the F/A 18 Aircraft Program, served as a liaison in the U.S. for a few years, and closely monitored the progress of the program goals and objectives. The Brig. Gen. became Head of Procurement for all the Kuwaiti Armed Forces (Army, Air Force, Navy, & Special Forces) for about a decade.

Other prominent members of the IGSS team include Eng. Aisa Bouyabes, Executive V.P. and graduate from the University of Pennsylvania, heads the IGSS Oil & Gas Sectors, has a wide range of experience, and has worked with the KOC for nearly four (4) decades. Considered a local hero, his experience range from Drilling & Workover operations, to heading the Kuwaiti Team putting out good fires after liberation, to Mapping operations, to Production Development, to be and advisor to the Kuwait Council of Ministers. Eng. Aisa provides guidance and leadership to companies wanting to enter the market. Eng. Aisa is particularly looking for partners who can bring unique technologies, products, talent, Manpower, and experience in both the onshore and offshore sectors. Capt. Saad Abdulaziz Almatouq, a Master Mariner, is the IGSS Executive V.P. of Marine Operations. Capt. Saad has a vast experience portfolio including, but not limited to Marine Pilot in Shuwaikh/ Shuaiba Port with the Kuwait Port Authority (KPA), Master F.G. and becoming the General Manager on Kuwait Oil Tanker Co. ships VLCC/ Product Carrier, and Marine Consultant to different government organizations mainly to undertake all marine investigations in KPA regarding oil pollution incidents as well as ship accidents. Mr. Khamees Alkhashti is the IGSS Projects Manager for Airports and Aviation. He had a distinguished career with Kuwaiti Airways spanning a period of over 37 years. He held many positions within the organization, the last of which is Primary Expert/ Consultant on Ground Support Equipment (Ground Equipment plus Support Equipment for Aircraft Maintenance). He brings a lot of expertise and brings unique solutions and insight for Aviation and Airport Operations.

Today, IGSS is especially well-positioned to introduce new technologies, products & services to companies that want to enter the Kuwaiti market. IGSS works closely with its current partners and latest technologies and techniques on current opportunities that exist with an eye on future potentials. IGSS represents, introduces, markets, teams and cooperates with top-grade International companies that can contribute to the overall wellbeing, development, and advancement of the national security interest of the State of Kuwait. On many occasions, IGSS is able to reduce the time required to introduce a particular company’s activities, technology, or particular products & services. IGSS is also able to provide the following, but not limited to local expertise in-laws and regulations; provide logistics solutions, assistance, and support; advice on steps to take for required licenses and permits; Fulfills Human Resource (HR) requirements such as TCN’s, inexpensive labor, and Western Specialists according to the desired position(s); as well as solutions for other challenges that may be faced.

With a total combined work experience of over 150 years, IGSS aims to be the ultimate go-to solution provider and local partner for different governmental and private sectors of Kuwait. Providing sound advice, leadership and market strategies and a clear vision are the key factors that IGSS provides its partners while integrity, high morals, close relationships, and trust form provide the backbone of the IGSS ideals.