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Zawya
06-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Salam selected by Netskope for data centre colocation services in Saudi Arabia
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: Salam, a leading provider of telecommunications services in Saudi Arabia, has entered into a two-year agreement with Netskope, a leader in modern security and networking, to deliver top-tier data centre colocation services through Salam's state-of-the-art data centre facility, featuring cutting-edge technology, platform solutions, and managed security. In light of the Kingdom's ambitions to amplify its data centre capacity, Saudi Arabia is on track to benefit from over USD 18 billion in data centre investments by the year 2030. The ambitious projections aim to elevate the installed capacity from approximately 300 MW to around 1300 MW, reinforcing the nation's infrastructural prowess and technological advancement as outlined in Vision 2030. Salam's infrastructure boasts six geographically diversified, carrier-grade data centres located in key Saudi cities including Riyadh, Jeddah, and Al Khobar. These facilities are connected to high-capacity international gateways and benefit from a redundant 10Gbps backbone. Amjad Arab, Chief Wholesale and Partnerships Officer at Salam, said: "Our collaboration with Netskope underscores our commitment to spearheading the Kingdom's digitalisation efforts, aligned with Vision 2030. We are devoted to ushering in a new era of telecom solutions that are not only innovative but also secure. ". Raman Sud, Director of Internet Services at Netskope commented: "Our ability to deliver best-in-class security and networking services is dependent upon the innovative architectural decisions we have made, and partners like Salam become a key component in our infrastructure. Salam's regional excellence will enable us to ensure that enterprise data traffic stays fast and secure for our customers in the Kingdom, when everything, everywhere is online and interconnected, and cyber threats are constant.' Salam's world-class data centres offer an industry-standard environment with maximized security and privacy, featuring discretely secured private zones. A testament to Salam's expertise, the facilities are manned round-the-clock by highly qualified data centre engineers and monitored by an advanced Network Operations Centre (NOC), ensuring operational excellence and significant savings in budget, time, and resources for IT management activities. Collaborations such as that between Salam and Netskope are key as Saudi Arabia continues to carve a niche for itself on the global digital stage. -Ends- About Salam Salam is a leading homegrown telecommunications company based in Saudi Arabia, and part of the Mawarid Media & Communications Group (MMCG) and Mawarid Holding Company recently recognized as the Kingdom's fastest growing and most innovative telecom brand. Salam has operated one of the region's most established telecom networks since 2005. It provides market-leading next-generation enterprise and wholesale ICT solutions for business, government, and local and international carrier and operator services, as well as fixed and mobile services that enhance the company's offerings in support of the digital transformation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Zawya
28-01-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Salam to champion innovations in labor market as strategic sponsor of the Global Labor Market Conference 2025
Riyadh: Salam, a leading provider of telecommunications services in Saudi Arabia, today announced its strategic sponsorship of the Global Labor Market Conference (GLMC) 2025, set to take place on January 29-30 at the King Abdulaziz International Conference Center, Riyadh. Under the patronage of His Majesty King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and facilitated by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, GLMC returns for its second edition with the forward-looking theme, 'Future in progress'. At the event, Salam is set to showcase a series of initiatives aimed at supporting Saudization through its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) program. It is also investing in extensive training and development programs for its workforce, highlighting its role as an employer of choice within the Kingdom. As an influential player within the Saudi labor market, Salam's contribution to this year's conference is in line with its commitment to fostering sustainable employment and skill development among Saudi nationals and residents alike. Ms. Samar Al Salem, SVP of Human Capital at Salam said: 'Our strategic partnership with GLMC 2025 perfectly aligns with our vision to nurture a resilient and skilled workforce that can contribute meaningfully to Saudi Arabia's ambitious national goals. We are deeply committed to empowering women. Recognizing that over 90% of global businesses are SMEs, our dedication extends beyond being an employer of choice. It is about fostering socioeconomic progress, driving innovation, and shaping a sustainable future for the Kingdom. GLMC 2025 aims to catalyze global dialogue on labor market evolution, discussing challenges and uncovering opportunities that promise a more inclusive and adaptive future of work. The conference offers a holistic view of the global and regional labour market landscape, covering six critical pillars, including skill development in the age of technology, mobility within the workforce, youth employment, productivity, sustainable job creation, and the empowerment of SMEs. Salam's strategic sponsorship of GLMC 2025 aligns with its leadership in pioneering initiatives that enhance the employee experience and contribute significantly to the broader objectives of labor market development and economic diversification in Saudi Arabia. About Salam Salam is one of the leading national companies in Saudi Arabia's telecommunications and information technology sector. It is part of Mawarid Media & Communications Group (MMCG) and Mawarid Holding Company. Recognized as the Kingdom's fastest-growing and most innovative telecom brand, Salam has operated one of the region's most established telecom networks since 2005. The company provides cutting-edge ICT solutions for businesses, government entities, and carriers locally and internationally, along with fixed and mobile services supporting Saudi Arabia's digital transformation. As a key enabler of Saudi Vision 2030, Salam offers advanced telecommunications, cloud computing, data centers, and digital infrastructure. Its subsidiaries, Salam Mobile Telecom Company and Technical Links Services (TLS) ensure the delivery of innovative solutions and seamless connectivity across the Kingdom. For more information, please visit:
