Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, 15 January 2024:
The collaborative effort aims to accelerate the
development and deployment of Open RAN technologies, helping to enable the
Kingdom to build robust and agile telecommunication infrastructure focused on accelerating
digitization across industries. This collaboration aims to align with Saudi
Arabia's Vision 2030, which focuses on technological advancements and economic
diversification.
Open RAN, an evolving paradigm in wireless network architecture, allows for greater flexibility, interoperability and innovation. Aramco Digital brings a deep understanding of the development needs and ambitions of the Kingdom and the opportunities for Open RAN technology deployment, along with a unique perspective of the Kingdom's economic landscape. Intel, a pioneer in computing and communication technologies, brings its expertise in Open RAN technologies to the collaboration.
Highlights of the collaboration:
1. **Innovation Hub:** The Open RAN Development Center
aims to serve as an innovation hub, fostering collaboration between Aramco
Digital and Intel engineers, researchers and industry experts.
2. **Local Talent Development:** The Center aims to
contribute to the development of local talent by providing training and
hands-on experience in the rapidly evolving field of
Open RAN and Edge computing technology.
3. **Economic Impact:** The collaboration aims to contribute
to the local economy through technology-driven initiatives, aligning with the
broader objectives of Vision 2030.
4. **Global Collaboration:** The collaboration on
Open RAN between Aramco Digital and Intel is expected to extend beyond borders,
connecting Saudi Arabia to the global landscape of Open RAN and Edge development
and deployment.
Aramco Digital's CEO Tareq Amin said: "This collaboration is a testament to our commitment to helping drive innovation in the Kingdom. The Open RAN Development Center is expected to be a catalyst for digital evolution, providing a platform for collaboration, skill development and the creation of a vibrant technology ecosystem. At the heart of this collaboration is the creation of a vibrant pool of local capabilities for advanced 5G and future 6G technologies.”
"We are pleased to collaborate on Open RAN with Aramco Digital and to combine Intel's technological prowess in network and edge computing and software with the local insights and industry leadership of Aramco Digital. Together, we aim to accelerate the deployment of edge-native Open RAN solutions in Saudi Arabia and beyond," said [Sachin Katti, Intel senior vice president and general manager of the Network and Edge Group].
The Open RAN Development Center is planned to
commence operations in 2024, marking a milestone in Saudi Arabia's journey
towards a technology-driven future.
About Aramco Digital:
Aramco Digital is the digital and technology
subsidiary of Aramco, a global integrated energy and chemicals company. Aramco
Digital aims to help drive digital transformation and technological innovation
across various sectors.
About Intel:
Intel (NASDAQ: INTC) is a world leader in computing
innovation. The company designs and builds the essential technologies that
serve as the foundation for the world's computing devices.
*Source: AETOSWire
Contacts:
Hosam M. Al-Gharib
media.inquires@aramcodigital.com