Intelligent CIO Middle East Issue 99 | Page 30

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UAE
ASSA ABLOY , the global vendor in access solutions , unveiled a new regional headquarters at National Industries Park in Dubai , putting them at the epicentre of the Middle East , that is transforming its infrastructure and enabling technology and innovation for growth . The showroom is designed to exhibit the extensive range of ASSA ABLOY ’ s products and solutions , spanning all brands and divisions , comprising of HID , Global Solutions , Entrance Systems and Opening Solutions , including Yale , Abloy and TESA .
du has partnered with Intelsat , operator of one of the world ’ s largest integrated satellite and terrestrial networks , to expand cellular connectivity across the UAE . With this advanced networking infrastructure , end users will benefit from a superior connection experience regardless of their location . Intelsat is focused on providing seamless and secure , satellite-based communications to government , NGO and commercial customers through the company ’ s next-generation worldwide network and managed services .
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SAUDI ARABIA
Huawei Cloud has received a Class C License from the Communications , Space , and Technology Commission , in Saudi Arabia , marking the commission ’ s highest certification for Cloud Service Providers .
Under this license , Huawei Cloud is now authorised to handle government data classifications , encompassing public data , restricted data , secret data , and top-secret data .
Saudi Industrial Development Company has signed an agreement with SAP to accelerate its transition to cloud computing and consolidate operations under a single unified enterprise resource planning , ERP solution . With the deployment of SAP S4 HANA private cloud , SIDC will benefit from a streamlined and integrated system , improving visibility and control over all of its operations in Saudi Arabia and Egypt .

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QATAR
Huawei Technologies and Hamad Bin Khalifa University inaugurated the Huawei HBKU AI ICT Academy Lab . This state-of-the-art facility represents a fusion of innovation and education , fostering technological advancements and nurturing talent in the fields of Artificial Intelligence and ICT .
Ooredoo Qatar supported 25TB of data during the AFC Asian Cup opening game . The network supported over half a million voice calls for Ooredoo subscribers and roamers , and enabled fans to stay connected throughout the event . The indoor mobile network during the event , supported social media platforms Snapchat , Instagram , Facebook .

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BAHRAIN
Oliver Wyman opened a new , dedicated office in Manama , Bahrain . Bahrain , with its ambitious economic growth strategy , represents a significant regional market for Oliver Wyman , and its new office in Manama will be led by experienced partners Ibrahim Ghoul , Mark Kremers , and Syed Jafri , who collectively have decades of expertise in working with key stakeholders across Bahrain .

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OMAN
Odys Aviation and Aramex , announced a partnership to develop cargo operations in Oman and further afield in the region . The collaboration aims to generate a new GCC network and operating model using VTOL aircraft for Aramex . Odys Aviation ’ s aircraft , designed in multiple configurations for cargo , will be capable of delivering all-electric propulsion for distances up to 320 kilometres and will offer a hybrid-electric range of more than 1,200 kilometres .
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