Tawal to build digital infrastructure at SEVEN's leisure hubs
RIYADH, 10 days ago
Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN), a wholly owned unit of kingdom's wealth fund PIF, said it has inked a strategic agreement with leading telecommunications and IT infrastructure company Tawal for carrying out the internal and external infrastructure work at its key leisure hubs spread across KSA.
The deal was signed on the sidelines of the ongoing LEAP Conference, a global platform for technology and innovation, aimed at establishing neutral digital infrastructure across all SEVEN entertainment destinations in Saudi Arabia.
The agreement focuses on developing the internal and external infrastructure for SEVEN’s 21 entertainment destinations across Saudi Arabia, said the developer in a statement.
This includes the design, management, operation, and maintenance of a neutral infrastructure compatible with all telecom operators.
The infrastructure will feature indoor coverage systems (IBS), multi-band antenna distribution systems, and neutral communication towers at SEVEN destinations, said the statement from the Saudi PIF company.
Designed with flexibility and future scalability, the infrastructure will enhance the capabilities of 4G and 5G networks, support the Internet of Things (IoT), and enable advanced ICT services, contributing to an improved digital experience for visitors to SEVEN’s destinations, offering seamless connectivity and enriched digital engagement.
"This partnership marks a significant step in advancing the digital infrastructure of our entertainment destinations, enabling exceptional and seamless experiences for our visitors," said Abdulrahman Al Ali, the Chief Information Officer at SEVEN, after signing the deal with Engineer Mohammed Al Haqbani, the CEO of Tawal.
"At SEVEN, we are committed to integrating advanced technology into our destinations, and the LEAP Conference provided the ideal platform to announce this partnership, which reflects our dedication to innovation and digital transformation within the entertainment sector," he added.
Al Haqbani said: "We are honoured with the trust placed in us to contribute to this critical project, aimed at delivering unparalleled entertainment experiences that reflect the kingdom’s ambitions to lead in this field."
"Together with our partners at SEVEN, we will develop advanced digital infrastructure built on the highest standards of quality and reliability, ensuring an outstanding digital experience that enhances the visitor journey across SEVEN’s entertainment destinations," he added.-TradeArabia News Service
