Tawal, a leading Saudi ICT infrastructure company, and 5SKYE, a provider of edge AI infrastructure solutions, have entered into a strategic partnership to advance Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation. The collaboration will focus on deploying 5SKYE’s next-generation 5G AI micro edge data centres, providing scalable, real-time data processing to drive a connected, sustainable future.
The partnership was formalized at the Connected World KSA event, with the support of the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology of Saudi Arabia. The initiative combines Tawal’s robust telecommunications infrastructure with 5SKYE’s innovative edge AI infrastructure, enabling industries across the kingdom to implement intelligent applications that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and promote growth.
Key use cases of this collaboration include IoT-driven CCTV AI analytics, digital advertising, and edge computing, all of which will empower sectors such as public safety, logistics, retail, industrial automation, and smart city initiatives. The infrastructure will support transformative technologies that enhance urban mobility, optimize public safety, and drive digital innovation in industrial and commercial sectors.
Abdulrahman Almoaiqel, Chief Commercial Officer of Tawal, emphasized that the partnership is not just about technology but about enabling smarter, faster, and more sustainable solutions for businesses, governments, and communities throughout the kingdom. He said, “By combining Tawal’s telecommunications expertise with 5SKYE’s micro data centres, we are delivering next-generation solutions that will create value across multiple industries.”
Wolf Hisserich, Founder and CEO of 5SKYE, expressed enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, “5SKYE’s high-performance, scalable infrastructure allows industries to embrace AI-driven innovation and deliver solutions at the near and far edge. This collaboration strengthens Saudi Arabia’s position as a leader in digital modernization and sets the stage for sustainable AI adoption.”
This partnership marks a significant step towards a smarter, more connected, and innovative Saudi Arabia, positioning the kingdom at the forefront of digital transformation in the region.
