Integrated Telecom Co. Ltd. (“Salam”) a fully licensed Fixed, Mobile, Data and Voice services provider that owns telecommunications infrastructure across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (“KSA”) has teamed up with Khazzan Information Technology Co. (“EDGNEX Data Centres by Damac “) that designs, builds and operates data centers across the Kingdom, along with Cinturion Corp Ltd., a global provider of integrated submarine and terrestrial capacity-based network solutions and Emaar, The Economic City (EEC)– the master developer of King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) – to sign a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) agreement in the area of Telecom & Digital Infrastructure whilst contributing to the Saudi 2030 Telecommunication Transformation Vision lead by Ministry of Communication and Information Technology (“MCIT”).
The Parties have identified a common interest in Exploring the opportunity to develop digital infrastructure hub that will include initiatives such as an international submarine cable project, data centers, fiber infrastructure, cloud, and Internet, among others and building of a seamless and innovative digital experience in KAEC that aims to become an intelligent national city contributing to the transformation program and accelerating digital economy and quality of life programs under the #Vision 2030.
“As a recognized Telecom & ICT Service provider, SALAM is delighted to participate with distinguished parties in this strategic initiative that goes in-line with the Saudi National Digital Economy Strategy and SALAM’s transformation plans. Creating an Integrated Digital Hub enables multi-services to all targeted customers national and globally from one place, said Ahmed Al-Anqari, Chief Executive Officer, SALAM”
“We are not just building world-class data centres we are aiming to create and innovate hyper-connected digital hubs with highly secure facilities and connectivity to give customers direct and reliable access to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s digital economy. We are supporting Saudi Vision 2030 and this is another great milestone for our business in the KSA,” said Aqil Jaffer Ali– Senior Vice President at DAMAC Group.
“Our partnership with Salam, EDGNEX Data Centers, and Cinturion is another step towards making KAEC one of the world’s leading digital hubs. This collaboration will greatly contribute to our city’s reputation as a vision ready platform, making KAEC an ideal destination for the latest and greatest up-to-date digital infrastructure technology. It reinforces our commitment to continuing the city’s growth in its role as an ultramodern ecosystem that has all the ingredients of a national economic enabler,” said Cyril Piaia, CEO of KAEC.
“We are excited to team up with Salam, EDGNEX Data Centers and KAEC, to explore establishing an Open-Access carrier neutral cable landing station in KSA. Their trust in Cinturion’s management team and our international network reinforces our dedication to provide their customers with greater connectivity and global reach,” said Greg Varisco, Chief Executive Officer, Cinturion.
