Telenor IoT and stc Sign Framework Agreement to Empower IoT in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Telenor IoT is partnering with stc (Saudi Telecom Company) to provide management of IoT connectivity services in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The agreement was signed during Capacity Middle East, a leading telecommunications conference in Dubai.

This contract will allow Telenor IoT customers to seamlessly manage IoT connectivity from stc through Telenor IoT management interfaces. For Telenor IoT, the customers requiring connectivity in Saudi Arabia include truck, excavator, and passenger car manufacturers. The first integration project with a non-disclosed lead customer is already in progress.

Telenor IoT continues to expand its global network reach, driven by the commitment to providing reliable connectivity in diverse markets. Through partnerships in key regions, such as Saudi Arabia and Brazil, Telenor ensures seamless connectivity solutions for international customers, overcoming local market challenges.

“We are proud to partner with stc to extend our global IoT connectivity services to Saudi Arabia,” said Mats Lundquist, CEO of Telenor Connexion and Head of Telenor IoT. “This collaboration will enable us to support the growing demand for connected devices and services in the Middle East while empowering our customers with the flexibility and reliability they need to succeed in the global market.”

Mohammed A. Alabbadi, Group Chief Carrier & Wholesale Officer, stc Group added, “We are excited to partner with Telenor IoT and leverage stc’s advanced IoT solutions to Saudi Arabia in line with Vision 2030 and the kingdom’s digital transformation ambitions. By combining Telenor IoT's capabilities in global IoT connectivity with stc Group's digital leadership and in-depth IoT expertise, we are unlocking new opportunities for innovation and accelerating IoT adoption and integration across key industries in the kingdom.”

About Telenor IoT

Telenor IoT is the portfolio of IoT solutions from Telenor Group, one of the world’s major mobile operators. With more than 20 years’ experience of providing global IoT connectivity, cloud services and expert support to companies of all sizes, Telenor is one of the world’s most advanced IoT solution providers.

Telenor IoT manages international IoT deployments for global customers in some 200 countries and today operates more than 25 million connected devices to enterprises such as Volvo, Scania, Hitachi, Verisure and Husqvarna.

The IoT solutions are offered to national customers in the Nordics through the local Telenor operations in each country, and on a global level through Telenor Connexion, Telenor’s specialized unit that provides IoT solutions for large, international enterprises who need a customized offer with advanced support.

About stc Group

stc Group is a digital enabler, offering advanced solutions and driving a role in the digitalization process. The group provides a comprehensive suite of services encompassing digital infrastructure, cloud computing, cybersecurity, Internet of Things (IoT), digital payments, digital media, and digital entertainment. The group comprises 13 subsidiaries across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe.

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