Qareeb Data Centres, the first edge data centre provider in the Middle East, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gcore, a global leader in edge AI, cloud, network, and security solutions, at the Touchdown Middle East 2024 conference in Bahrain. This strategic alliance is aimed at strengthening digital infrastructure across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, with a particular focus on advancing AI and cloud computing services.
Through this partnership, Qareeb will utilize its edge data centre infrastructure to deploy Gcore’s solutions, driving local digitalization and supporting Gcore’s growth in the region. The collaboration combines Gcore’s cutting-edge AI, cloud, and edge solutions with Qareeb’s data centre capabilities to foster innovation and scalability. It aims to provide secure, reliable cloud solutions that meet the rising demand from both businesses and public sector organizations throughout the GCC.
“We are excited to partner with Gcore to drive digital innovation across the GCC,” said Annemarie Van Zadelhoff, Chief Strategy Officer at Qareeb Data Centres. “As the demand for local edge colocation facilities grows, this partnership lays a strong foundation for our expansion across the Middle East, while providing advanced AI and cloud computing solutions that address the evolving needs of organizations now and in the future.”
Fabrice Moizan, Chief Revenue Officer at Gcore, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “We are thrilled to collaborate with Qareeb Data Centres to bring innovative AI and cloud services to the GCC. Together, we will empower businesses with robust infrastructure solutions, fueling innovation, economic growth, and technological progress across the region.”
About Qareeb Data Centres
Qareeb Data Centres is committed to delivering world-class Edge Data Centre solutions in the Middle East, helping businesses in their digital transformation journey. With a customer-first approach and a focus on cloud and AI-driven growth, Qareeb ensures exceptional service tailored to the region’s needs. Headquartered in Bahrain, Qareeb combines local expertise with international standards for an outstanding customer experience.
Visit www.qareebdc.com
About Gcore
Gcore is a global provider of edge AI, cloud, network, and security solutions, headquartered in Luxembourg. With a team of 600 operating across ten global offices, Gcore serves major industries worldwide. Its global IT infrastructure spans six continents, offering some of the best network performance in Europe, Africa, and LATAM, with a global network capacity exceeding 200 Tbps.
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