KUWAIT: Zain has announced its strategic sponsorship of the second edition of the Innovation and Excellence Award, along with the accompanying conference and achievements exhibition, organized by the Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy. This sponsorship underscores Zain’s commitment to contributing to Kuwait’s digital transformation by offering cutting-edge digital solutions tailored to the needs of the public sector.
The event was held under the patronage of Dr. Mahmoud Abdulaziz Boushehri, Minister of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy, with the attendance of the Ministry’s Undersecretary Dr. Adel Al-Zamel, Al-Assimah Governor Sheikh Abdullah Salem Al-Ali, Zain Kuwait’s Chief Enterprise Business Officer Hamad Al-Marzouq, and Chief Corporate Affairs and Relations Officer Waleed Al-Khashti. The event was further graced by ministry leaders, as well as public and private sector officials and participating entities.
At its dedicated booth, Zain showcased several key solutions and services from its digital portfolio aimed at supporting the digital transformation of government institutions. These included cloud computing solutions, 5G communication services, data center services, and more. A highlight of Zain’s presentation was its successful collaboration with the Ministry of Electricity and Water on the Smart Meters project, which has been a cornerstone of the public sector’s digital transformation efforts since 2017.
The event served as a platform to celebrate the outstanding achievements of the Ministry of Electricity, Water, and Renewable Energy employees while fostering a culture of innovation and competition. It also provided an opportunity for ministry employees to present ideas, products, and services that contribute to advancing sectors such as engineering, information systems, administration, and finance.
In addition to the award ceremony, the event featured a specialized conference and Achievements Exhibition, where local and international companies showcased major projects related to electricity, water, and renewable energy. The conference aimed to stimulate discussions on the latest advancements in energy and water management, focusing on sustainable solutions and challenges to ensure resource efficiency and meet the growing demand for these vital resources.
The conference brought together experts, decision-makers, and specialists from both public and private sectors, fostering knowledge exchange and the development of innovative strategies to advance the electricity and water sectors in Kuwait. As a leading provider of digital services, Zain remains committed to leveraging technology and artificial intelligence to drive innovation and enhance digital transformation in Kuwait, further solidifying its role in the country’s future development.
