Insight Completes Largest Ever IT Transformation of Cruise Saudi Flagship
Insight's exemplary work on the AROYA demonstrates an architecture-led approach to implementing cutting-edge technology, redefining the cruise ship experience. Passengers can look forward to unparalleled advancements, including state-of-the-art guest service systems with mobile apps, self-service kiosks, and personalised digital interactions—all seamlessly integrated through the IT modernisation programme delivered by Insight.
AROYA Cruises is the latest example of Saudi Arabia's diversification into areas beyond the petrochemical industry. It is paying particular attention to tourism, and the AROYA will play a vital role in this enterprise. Among the offerings hosted on Insight's infrastructure will be excursion booking and destination planning systems. There will also be advanced financial systems and a new CRM system, aimed at boosting customer retention.
Insight's role was to design best-in-class technology architecture and deliver the proposed solution within a tight timescale. The architecture uitilises Dell Hyper Converged Infrastructure, Cisco Core, spine and leaf technologies, all of which will host critical guest experiences and crew operation applications.
The project also involved a comprehensive overhaul of the vessel's foundational infrastructure, featuring the deployment of Microsoft Active Directory, Intune management and Horizon VDI platforms. Such modernisation will ensure consistent performance across all 650+ newly procured and configured modern workplace devices, tablets and point-of-sale systems that support guest experience and crew operations on the vessel.
'This was a demanding project,' said Insight's Global Account Manager, Jamie Turner, 'The ship's IT infrastructure had to be completely gutted, and everything overhauled from scratch. We've installed top-of-the-range technology to ensure that cruise passengers are benefiting from first-class data services, even when at sea. The new modern infrastructure and networking was deployed within a record 11 months from initial contract to completion of both phases – a tight schedule but delivered on time. This project sets a new benchmark for innovation within the maritime industry, and we are thrilled to be driving this IT transformation.'
Bilal Husain, Executive Director, Information Technology and Digitisation at Cruise Saudi, said, 'The AROYA's infrastructure and networking modernisation project represents a new frontier in cruise ship transformation. By deploying advanced technologies like hyper-converged infrastructure alongside VDI delivery, we have significantly enhanced guest experiences and optimised crew operations. With Insight's ability to deliver large complex change at scale, we were supported to realise this vision and set a new benchmark for innovation.'
To find out more about the project, see the video here.
For more information on Insight, visit the Insight website, for more detail on Insight's Maritime Services; please email DG-EU-maritime@insight.com
About Insight
Insight Enterprises, Inc. is a global Fortune 500 Solutions Integrator helping accelerate transformation by unlocking the power of people and technology. We architect, build and manage solutions for complex IT environments. Our digital transformation services include deep expertise in cloud, data, AI, cybersecurity and intelligent edge, augmented by longstanding relationships with 8,000+ technology partners. By quickly and effectively delivering best-fit solutions, we help our clients simplify modern business processes to improve customer and work experiences, business intelligence, efficiency and growth. We're rated as a Great Place to Work, a Forbes World's Best Employer and a Fortune World's Best Workplace. Discover more at insight.com. NSIT-M
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THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Royal Visit to Ottawa The Sovereign's Flag for Canada flies as King Charles stands on a dais at the Senate of Canada Building in Ottawa during a royal visit on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Royal Visit to Ottawa King Charles stands on a dais during a royal salute at the Senate of Canada Building in Ottawa during a royal visit on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles greets the military band as he arrives at the Senate building in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi Royal Visit in Ottawa King Charles finishes his inspection of the honour guard in front of the Senate in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi Royal Visit in Ottawa King Charles, centre left, finishes his inspection of the honour guard in front of the Senate in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi Royal Visit to Ottawa King Charles inspects an honour guard at the Senate of Canada Building in Ottawa during a royal visit, on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles finishes his inspection of the guard of honour in front of the Senate building in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi Royal Visit in Ottawa Queen Camilla looks on, during an inspection of the guard at the Senate of Canada Building in Ottawa during a royal visit on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles inspects the guard of honour in front of the Senate building in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles inspects the guard of honour as he arrives in front of the Senate building in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles inspects the guard of honour as he arrives in front of the Senate building in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles inspects an honour guard at the Senate of Canada building in Ottawa during a royal visit on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles inspects an honour guard at the Senate of Canada building in Ottawa before reading the throne speech during a royal visit on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles inspects an honour guard at the Senate of Canada building in Ottawa before reading the throne speech during a royal visit, on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 Prime Minister Mark Carney looks on as the Canadian national anthem is performed in Ottawa during during a royal visit on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles looks over at the members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride that accompanied him as he travels to Canada's State Landau to the Senate in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles arrives by horse-drawn landau at the Senate of Canada building in Ottawa during a royal visit on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive by horse-drawn landau at the Senate of Canada building in Ottawa during a royal visit on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles and Queen Camilla travel by Canada's State Landau towards the Senate of Canada building in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles, Queen Camilla, Gov. Gen. Mary Simon and Whit Fraser husband to Governor General of Canada travel by Canada's State Landau towards the Senate of Canada Building in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles travels by Canada's State Landau towards the Senate of Canada building in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles and Queen Camilla travel by Canada's State Landau towards the Senate of Canada building in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles travels by Canada's State Landau towards the Senate of Canada building in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles, Queen Camilla and Gov. Gen. Mary Simon travel in Canada's State Landau towards the Senate of Canada building in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles travels by Canada's State Landau towards the Senate of Canada building in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles and Queen Camilla travel by Canada's State Landau towards the Senate of Canada building in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 The Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride escorts King Charles and Queen Camilla as they travel via a horse-drawn landau towards the Senate of Canada building in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles, Queen Camilla, Gov. Gen. Mary Simon and Whit Fraser husband to Governor General of Canada travel by Canada's State Landau towards the Senate of Canada Building in Ottawa, on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive by horse-drawn landau at the Senate of Canada building in Ottawa during a royal visit on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive by horse-drawn landau at the Senate of Canada building in Ottawa during a royal visit on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 The Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride escorts King Charles and Queen Camilla as they travel via a horse-drawn landau towards the Senate of Canada building in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles travels by Canada's State Landau towards the Senate of Canada Building in Ottawa on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 King Charles and Queen Camilla travel in Canada's State Landau, escorted by horses of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride in Ottawa during a royal visit on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi Royal Visit to Ottawa - Day 2 Crowds of people wait for the arrival of King Charles and Queen Camilla in Ottawa during a royal visit on Tuesday, May 27, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi Royal Visit to Ottawa King Charles, left to right, Queen Camilla, Prime Minister Mark Carney and his wife Diana Fox Carney pose for a family portrait at Rideau Hall in Ottawa during a royal visit on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick Royal visit to Ottawa Prime Minister Mark Carney has an audience with King Charles at Rideau Hall in Ottawa during a royal visit on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick Royal visit to Ottawa Prime Minister Mark Carney has an audience with King Charles at Rideau Hall in Ottawa during a royal visit on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick Royal visit to Ottawa Prime Minister Mark Carney has an audience with King Charles at Rideau Hall in Ottawa during a royal visit on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick Royal visit to Ottawa Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, has an audience with King Charles at Rideau Hall in Ottawa during a royal visit on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick Royal visit to Ottawa King Charles is shown the Civc Gardens, an example of Ottawa's horticultural heritage, at a community gathering at Lansdowne Park in Ottawa during a royal visit, on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang King Charles and Queen Camilla in Ottawa King Charles and Queen Camilla walk towards Rideau Hall after taking part in a tree planting ceremony in Ottawa during a royal visit on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick Royal visit to Ottawa King Charles, centre, waves to the crowd following a tree planting ceremony at Rideau Hall in Ottawa, on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby Royal visit to Ottawa King Charles, centre, shakes hands with the crowd following a tree planting ceremony at Rideau Hall in Ottawa, on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby Royal visit to Ottawa King Charles speaks with Betty Sinnett as he presents her a card for her 100th birthday in Ottawa during a royal visit on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick Royal visit to Ottawa King Charles and Queen Camilla greet people as they walk towards Rideau Hall after taking part in a tree planting ceremony in Ottawa during a royal visit on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick Royal visit to Ottawa Visitors to a tree planting ceremony cheer on King Charles and Queen Camilla, both not seen, as they arrive to the grounds of Rideau Hall in Ottawa, on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby King Charles and Queen Camilla in Ottawa King Charles, centre, Queen Camilla, right, Gov. Gen. Mary Simon, centre-left, and her husband Whit Fraser wave to the crowd and members of the media following a tree planting ceremony Rideau Hall in Ottawa, on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby King Charles King Charles acknowledges a crowd at Rideau Hall after planting a tree on Monday. May 27. (CTV News) King Charles and Queen Camilla in Ottawa King Charles and Queen Camilla, front, arrive alongside Prime Minister Mark Carney, back second from left, Gov. Gen. Mary Simon, back right, Whit Fraser and Diana Fox Carney ahead of a tree planting ceremony at Rideau Hall in Ottawa, on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby Royal visit to Ottawa Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, greets King Charles as he arrives at Rideau Hall in Ottawa during a royal visit on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick Royal motorcade The motorcade with King Charles and Queen Camilla travel through Ottawa on Monday. (City of Ottawa traffic cameras) Ottawa People at the intersection of Rideau Street and Sussex Drive wait for King Charles and Queen Camilla to pass by. (City of Ottawa traffic cameras) Royal visit to Ottawa King Charles meets members of La Tablee des chefs, at a community gathering at Lansdowne Park in Ottawa during a royal visit, on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Royal visit to Ottawa King Charles is shown a 3-month-old Rideau Arcott lamb from the Canadian Agriculture and Food Museum, at a community gathering at Lansdowne Park in Ottawa during a royal visit, on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Lansdowne A ball hockey game at Lansdowne for King Charles and Queen Camilla, featuring the African Hockey Association and the Association de Hockey Féminin Vallée de Gatineau. (CTV News) Lansdowne King Charles and Queen Camilla visit the Ottawa Farmers Market at Lansdowne on Monday, May 26. (CTV News) King Charles and Queen Camilla in Ottawa King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive for a visit to Lansdowne Park in Ottawa on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Christinne Muschi King Charles and Queen Camilla greet school children in Ottawa King Charles and Queen Camilla greet school children as they arrive at the Ottawa International Airport in Ottawa for a royal visit on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick King Charles and Queen Camilla greet school children in Ottawa King Charles and Queen Camilla greet school children as they arrive at the Ottawa International Airport in Ottawa for a royal visit on Monday, May 26, 2025. (Sean Kilpatrick/THE CANADIAN PRESS) Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomes King Charles Prime Minister Mark Carney, centre right, welcomes King Charles as he arrives at the Ottawa International Airport in Ottawa for a royal visit with Queen Camilla on Monday, May 26, 2025. (Sean Kilpatrick/THE CANADIAN PRESS) King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at the Ottawa International Airport King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at the Ottawa International Airport in Ottawa for a royal visit on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive in Ottawa King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at the Ottawa International Airport in Ottawa for a royal visit, on Monday, May 26, 2025. (Justin Tang/THE CANADIAN PRESS) King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive in Ottawa King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at the Ottawa International Airport in Ottawa for a royal visit, on Monday, May 26, 2025. (Justin Tang/THE CANADIAN PRESS) King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at the Ottawa International Airport King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at the Ottawa International Airport in Ottawa for a royal visit on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at the Ottawa International Airport King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at the Ottawa International Airport in Ottawa for a royal visit on Monday, May 26, 2025. (Sean Kilpatrick/THE CANADIAN PRESS) The standard of Charles III, King of Canada The standard of Charles III, King of Canada, flies out of the cockpit window as King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive at the Ottawa International Airport in Ottawa for a royal visit, on Monday, May 26, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick King Charles and Queen Camilla's plane King Charles and Queen Camilla's plane arrives at the Ottawa International Airport in Ottawa for a royal visit on Monday, May 26, 2025. (Sean Kilpatrick/THE CANADIAN PRESS) Royal fans at Lansdowne Park Royal fans wave as they wait for the arrival of King Charles and Queen Camilla at Lansdowne Park in Ottawa on Monday, May 26, 2025. (Christinne Muschi/THE CANADIAN PRESS) Royals A large crowd gathered at Lansdowne Park Monday afternoon ahead of a visit by King Charles and Queen Camilla on Monday, May 26. (Katie Griffin/CTV News Ottawa) Lansdowne A crowd gathers at Lansdowne on Monday, May 26 ahead of a visit by King Charles and Princess Camilla. (Katie Griffin/CTV News Ottawa) Lansdowne People gather at Lansdowne Park two hours before King Charles and Queen Camilla make a stop in Ottawa. (Katie Griffin/CTV News Ottawa) Royal visit A crowd gathers at Lansdowne Park more than two hours before King Charles and Queen Camilla arrive in Ottawa on Monday on Monday, May 26, 2025. (Katie Griffin/CTV News Ottawa) Lansdowne A large crowd gathered at Lansdowne Park before 12 p.m., waiting to greet King Charles and Queen Camilla on Monday, May 26, 2025. (Katie Griffin/CTV News Ottawa) Royal visit in Ottawa Crews prepare for the TV broadcast of King Charles's royal visit, outside the Senate of Canada Buliding in Ottawa, on Sunday, May 25, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang Miousse says Ottawa Tourism is hoping for more 'last-minute visits' to Ottawa from proximity markets like Toronto and Montreal to boost the tourism industry. Major events in Ottawa through the rest of the summer include CityFolk, Ottawa Greek Fest, the Ottawa International Busker Festival, and Capital Pride. Miousse says the Canada Strong Pass, offering free admission for children and youth to national museums, complements the Ottawa Tourism 'Visit Ottawa Pass' that allows adults to visit five attractions for just $100. 'The Man Who Planted Trees: An Immersive Tale' Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture and Minister responsible for Official Languages, tours new exhibit 'The Man Who Planted Trees: An Immersive Tale' after announcing the Canada Strong Pass at the Canadian Museum of Nature in Ottawa on Monday, June 16, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick 'Honestly, there's never been a more affordable time to visit Ottawa,' Miousse said. 'It's just a great time for families to come here and visit and see all our cultural and civic landmarks.' The Visit Ottawa Pass costs $100, allowing an adult to choose five out of 14 top attractions and activities to visit in Ottawa this summer. There is also a special summer package that allows children ages 17 and under to enjoy the same experiences for free with the purchase of an adult pass. Here is the list of participating attractions and tours for the Visit Ottawa Pass. Zack's Diner – receive a free milkshake Bytown Museum Canada Agriculture and Food Museum Canada Aviation and Space Museum Canada Science and Technology Museum Canadian Museum of History Canadian Museum of Nature Canadian War Museum National Gallery of Canada Parc Omega Royal Canadian Mint (free tour) The Haunted Walk/Hidden InSite City Tours Water Taxi Eh – Unlimited day use of the water taxi that travels between Ontario and Quebec BeaverTails ByWard Market – Choose from one of three iconic BeaverTails pastry flavours The Visit Ottawa Pass also unlocks deals and discounts at attractions, restaurants and experiences. Some of the offers include:
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Jasper will ask province to fast-track Edmonton rail connection
Jasper is moving full steam ahead to advocate for an Edmonton railway connection after a unified vote at council Tuesday. The municipality says it will begin asking the province to include the rail link in the earlier stage of the province's railway master plan, despite rail planners telling Jasper administration the Edmonton connection had now been sorted into its 60-year possibilities instead of the 30-year network. Jasper's Chief Administrative Officer Bill Given said the link would help boost Jasper's tourism sector by connecting it to an international airport in Edmonton, and also relieve some of the pressure that comes with heavy traffic. Given also said council wants to ensure Jasper stays in the conversation as the province scales up its railway ambitions. "I think council would want to be communicating to our MLA, to members of cabinet and the premier that it's important that Jasper is reflected in that plan and in more of a near-term horizon rather than the really long-term horizon," Given said. After wildfires destroyed more than 30 per cent of the townsite's buildings last summer, advocates for the region are saying that a connection to the capital city would help ensure the future prosperity of the town and park as it rebuilds. Paul Butler with the Jasper Park Chamber of Commerce said the Edmonton link would help bring a steady flow of people without the traffic, noise, and pollution of cars. When it comes to rebuilding, Butler said the long-term benefits far outweigh any short term costs. "Short-term thinking is not a friend when we're talking about recovery of our destination from the wildfires," Butler said. In April last year, the province announced it would undertake planning for a provincial railway system, which would include connections between Edmonton and Calgary with a stop in Red Deer. Links to other hubs like Banff and Edmonton and Calgary bedroom communities were also proposed. A planning team has since been gathering input and feedback from experts, municipalities and the public to flesh out the details. An Edmonton-Jasper connection had been considered for a 30-year timeline, but during a meeting in June, rail planners told Jasper administration the Edmonton connection had now been sorted into its 60-year plan instead. Lower potential ridership, population growth projections, and high costs for the project were some concerns the planners voiced when it came to the feasibility of the link. Transportation minister Devin Dreeshen told CBC in an email ahead of Tuesday's vote that planners are looking forward decades, and while they are weighing the feasibility of some options for the 30-year timeline, Jasper remains a possibility. In the same report to council, Jasper administration said Canadian National Railway had voiced concerns to the province about a lack of room to lay track, and a lack of space in Edmonton with no surplus land to lay track into downtown. "Concerns raised with respect to adding additional capacity in this corridor would have been in terms of managing the existing traffic and capacity demands," CN spokesperson Ashley Michnowski told CBC in an email. "CN is supportive of passenger rail on independent, dedicated rail lines." The report also said some unnamed Jasper partners expressed that the nearby town of Hinton should have been included in the region's growth projections. To circumvent issues with space for rail track, Jasper administration suggested that the connection could end in Hinton. In Edmonton, administration argued it could connect to the LRT network by having the rail end near the west end's Lewis Transit Centre. Public engagement for the province's project finished in June, and the final plan is slated for decision in the fall sitting.
