Collaboration aims to speed up digital transformation, enhance Arabsat’s services LONDON: Saudi satellite provider Arabsat and Microsoft Arabia signed of a memorandum of understanding to accelerate Arabsat’s digital transformation through the adoption of cloud computing technology. The partnership, announced on the sidelines of the Euroconsult World Satellite Business Week conference in Paris, will focus on developing key services for the Arab market, spanning across 21 member states of Arabsat. “We are pleased to announce this strategic alliance with Microsoft, a testament to our commitment of maintaining Arabsat’s leading position in the digital services and satellite sector,” said Al-Hamedi Al-Anezi, president and CEO of Arabsat. Al-Anezi explained that the agreement is designed to help Arabsat adopt the latest technology in cloud services and satellite operations to become more digital and prepare future generations. The partnership will pave the way for a series of technological projects aimed at enhancing operational efficiency, boosting productivity, and streamlining costs, ultimately leading to sustainable growth. “We are committed to empowering organizations with our industry-specific solutions to future-proof their businesses and accelerate their growth and success,” commented Turki Badhris, head of the public sector and acting general manager at Microsoft Arabia. “By leveraging Microsoft cloud solutions, Arabsat will improve productivity and efficiency while driving the scalability of their operations.” In addition, as part of the agreement, the two companies will create an innovation lab with the purpose of creating new products within the field of satellite communications. The lab will also focus on developing environmentally friendly solutions that utilize cloud and satellite technologies to gather and assess crucial environmental information.