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Tahawul Tech
9 hours ago
- Tahawul Tech
Vertiv confirms strategic alignment with NVIDIA
Vertiv, a global provider of critical digital infrastructure, recently confirmed its strategic alignment with NVIDIA's announcement of an AI roadmap to deploy 800 VDC power architectures for the next generation of AI-centric data centres. Paving the way for future-ready designs, Vertiv's 800 VDC power portfolio is scheduled for release in the second half of 2026 — ahead of NVIDIA Kyber and NVIDIA Rubin Ultra platform rollouts. Vertiv aligns with the NVIDIA AI roadmap to stay one GPU generation ahead, enabling customers to deploy their power and cooling infrastructure in sync with NVIDIA's next-generation compute platforms. Vertiv provides end-to-end power, cooling, integrated infrastructure and services to support AI factories and other data center deployments. As rack power requirements in AI environments scale beyond 300 kilowatts, 800 VDC enables more efficient, centralised power delivery by reducing copper usage, current, and thermal losses. Vertiv's upcoming portfolio will feature centralized rectifiers, high-efficiency DC busways, rack-level DC-DC converters, and DC-compatible backup systems, expanding its broad, end-to-end power management portfolio that already includes a robust AC power train. 'As GPUs evolve to support increasingly complex AI applications at giga-watt scale, power and cooling providers need to be equally innovative to provide energy-efficient and high-density solutions for the AI factories. While the 800 VDC portfolio is new, DC power isn't a new direction for us, it's a continuation of what we've already done at scale', said Scott Armul, executive vice president of global portfolio and business units at Vertiv. 'We've spent decades deploying higher-voltage DC architectures across global telecom, industrial, and data centre applications. We're entering this transition from a position of strength and bringing real-world experience to meet the demands of the AI factory'. Vertiv's experience in DC power spans more than two decades of ±400 VDC deployments, broadened by strategic acquisitions during the early 2000's. These solutions support critical loads in global telecom networks, integrated microgrids, and mission-critical facilities. This foundation establishes Vertiv as a trusted leader in the safe design, deployment, and operation of higher-voltage DC architectures, with proven scale, portfolio, and long-term serviceability. Designed for homogeneous AI zones in hyperscale environments, Vertiv's 800 VDC portfolio is a key pillar of its 'unit of compute' strategy — a systems-level design engineered to enable all infrastructure components — to interoperate as one modular and scalable system, matching infrastructure demands of next-generation GPUs. Vertiv's support for both AC and DC architectures is a strategic differentiator in the evolving AI data center landscape. For more information about Vertiv's DC power solutions and end-to-end power and cooling solutions, visit Image Credit: Vertiv
Zawya
a day ago
- Zawya
Agthia Group appoints Jeroen Nijs as Chief Financial Officer
Abu Dhabi, UAE – Agthia Group PJSC ('Agthia' or 'the Group'), one of the region's leading food and beverage companies, today announced the appointment of Jeroen Nijs as Group Chief Financial Officer. This appointment marks a strategic step in Agthia's journey to further strengthen its financial infrastructure, accelerate transformation, and deepen its focus on long-term value creation, resilience, and operational excellence. Bringing over 25 years of international leadership experience, Jeroen has held senior finance roles at global FMCG companies including Flora Food Group, Mondelēz International, Danone and PepsiCo. Most recently, he served as Global Deputy CFO of Flora Food Group, a USD 3.5 billion consumer packaged goods company. During his time, he introduced AI-enabled Revenue Growth Management, steered post-carve-out performance improvements and oversaw global commercial and supply-chain finance, as well as FP&A functions. During his tenure at Mondelēz Europe, he held several key positions, including Finance Director M&A, Category CFO for the Meals business and Head of Asset Management & Treasury. Jeroen has a track record of talent development and has consistently built high-performing finance teams. He holds a Master of Science in Business & Information Systems Engineering from the University of Hasselt in Belgium. Salmeen Al Ameri, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Agthia Group, commented: 'Jeroen joins Agthia at a key moment in our transformation journey, as we sharpen our focus on operational excellence, financial discipline, and long-term resilience. His global expertise, digital mindset, and strong track record in driving financial innovation will be instrumental as we build a more agile, data-driven organization. Beyond his technical capabilities, Jeroen brings a leadership style rooted in collaboration and integrity - qualities that align closely with Agthia's values and future ambition. I look forward to working with him as we create lasting value for our shareholders, empower our people, and strengthen our position as a responsible, future-focused F&B leader.' Jeroen Nijs, Group Chief Financial Officer of Agthia Group, added: 'It is a privilege to join Agthia at such a pivotal time. The Group's ambitious vision and clear sense of purpose resonate strongly with my own values as a finance leader, as well as my passion for combining purpose with performance. Together with the talented leadership team and colleagues, I look forward to driving the next chapter of Agthia's transformation by building an agile, data-driven and consumer-centric organisation that delivers sustainable, profitable growth and elevates Agthia's relevance on the global FMCG stage.' Hala Hobeiche Katounas, who served as the Group's Interim CFO from January 2025, will resume her responsibilities as Head of Mergers and Acquisitions. About Agthia Agthia Group PJSC (ADX: AGTHIA) is one of the region's leading food and beverage companies headquartered in Abu Dhabi and part of ADQ, an active sovereign investor focused on critical infrastructure and global supply chains. Established in 2004, Agthia has evolved into a diversified, multi-category F&B leader with a strong regional footprint across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman, Egypt, Turkey, and Jordan. The Group's integrated portfolio includes market-leading brands across four key categories: Water & Food (Al Ain Water, Al Bayan, VOSS, Alpin, Campa Cola, SunRice, Al Ain Food), Snacking (Al Foah, BMB, Abu Auf, Al Faysal Bakery & Sweets), Protein and Frozen (Nabil Foods, Atyab, Al Ain Frozen Vegetables), and Agri-Business (Grand Mills, Agrivita). With more than 12,000 employees across its operations, Agthia's products reach consumers in over 60 markets worldwide. For more information, please visit or, email us on corpcoms@ For media requests, please contact: Mohamed Rashaad - Media Relations Director, Influence Communications Email: Forward Looking Statements: Agthia Group PJSC and its management may make forward-looking statements regarding the Group's financial condition, operations, and business. These statements often include terms such as 'anticipates,' 'targets,' 'expects,' 'hopes,' 'estimates,' 'intends,' 'plans,' 'goals,' 'believes,' 'continues,' as well as future or conditional verbs like 'will,' 'may,' 'might,' 'should,' 'would,' and 'could.' Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially. Factors influencing such outcomes include, but are not limited to, market conditions, competition, production inputs, currency fluctuations, tax exposures, and regulatory compliance. While Agthia Group PJSC believes it has a reasonable basis for making these statements, readers are advised to approach such forward-looking information with caution. Agthia does not commit to updating these statements, except as required by law.
Zawya
a day ago
- Zawya
XRG Board endorses five-year plan to accelerate global growth, deliver long-term value
The Board of Directors of XRG, the international energy investment platform launched by ADNOC in November 2024, today endorsed the company's five-year business plan for 2025–2030, reaffirming its commitment to accelerated growth and long-term value creation. In its first six months, XRG has established itself as a differentiated global energy investor with an enterprise value exceeding $80 billion. The Board endorsed the plan to scale XRG's three core platforms – International Gas, Global Chemicals, and Energy Solutions. Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, and ADNOC Managing Director and Group CEO, Executive Chairman of XRG, said, 'As we enter a new era shaped by artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, and industrial growth, energy systems must evolve in both scale and sophistication. XRG is investing in the energy systems of the future – more integrated, more resilient, and responsive to global demand. With the Board's endorsement of our five-year business plan, we are scaling platforms in gas, chemicals, and energy solutions to drive long-term value and ensure energy remains a catalyst for sustainable growth and development.' The Board directed XRG to build a top five integrated global gas and liquefied natural gas (LNG) business, targeting 20–25 million tons per annum of capacity by 2035 and supported the assessment of potential upstream gas M&A and LNG opportunities to strengthen its North American gas position. This follows recent acquisitions and partnerships in the United States (Rio Grande LNG), Mozambique (Area 4 Rovuma Basin), Egypt (Arcius Energy), Azerbaijan (Absheron), and Turkmenistan (Offshore Block I), enabling XRG to meet rising global demand for flexible, lower-carbon energy. The Board also endorsed the company's ambition to create a top three global chemicals platform. Subject to respective regulatory approvals, the proposed formation of Borouge Group International and the proposed acquisition of Covestro anchors an industry leading portfolio across polyolefins, performance materials, and future specialty segments. Recognising the exponential growth in AI-linked power demand, particularly in the United States, the Board directed XRG through its Energy Solutions platform to expand its investments across the energy value chain while continuing to develop select opportunities in carbon capture and storage and low-carbon fuels such as biofuels and low-carbon hydrogen that align with attractive return profiles. XRG will execute on its 2025–2030 business plan immediately, with continued focus on disciplined capital deployment, platform integration, and value chain expansion to support global industrial growth and the ongoing digital transformation.
