Quantum Leap in the Sands: Aramco Ignites Saudi Arabia's Quantum Revolution!

Breaking Barriers in the Desert

Aramco teams up with Pasqal and officially inaugurates the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's first quantum computer in DHAHRAN, Saudi Arabia. They also launch the first commercial Quantum Computing as a Service (QCaaS) platform in the Middle East. Engineers access this powerhouse right away through secure cloud connections.  

Moreover, this setup tackles tough industrial puzzles in energy, materials, and operations. Clients worldwide gain low-latency power from the Dhahran data center.  

Powering the Future Workforce 

Ahmad O. Al Khowaiter highlights how Saudi researchers drive this milestone. Aramco invests in training to build quantum expertise that speeds up lower-carbon fuels and optimizes reservoirs.  

Furthermore, Pasqal CEO Wasiq Bokhari notes Aramco shapes quantum tech globally. The neutral-atom QPU with 200 qubits now runs live, supporting port logistics, CO₂ storage, and more under their partnership since 2023. This move boosts Saudi Vision 2030 and creates future jobs.

Oman’s Bold Leap: Asia and GCC Link Arms in a Finance Power Move!

The Game-Changing Partnership

Sohar International and ewpartners just shook hands in MUSCAT, Oman. They signed a strategic partnership at Sohar International's headquarters to boost cross-border financial cooperation. This deal strengthens economic and investment connectivity between Asia and the GCC.  

Partners combine ewpartners' strong Asia-GCC investment network with Sohar International's banking power and local expertise. They now tackle rising demand for integrated solutions that support Asian companies expanding into the Gulf. Trade finance, industrial projects, and investment opportunities flow smoother than ever.  

Future Looks Bright and Busy

This partnership builds on ewpartners' growing Oman presence, including its new Muscat office and big commitments like OIA's US$150 million stake plus the massive United Solar Polysilicon project. Leaders celebrate the move with strong words.  

Abdulwahid Mohamed Al Murshidi and Jerry Li both highlight shared ambitions to drive business flows and industrial cooperation. Together, they aim to deliver around US$1 billion in opportunities through corporate financing, private credit, logistics, and real estate plays. Sohar International keeps powering Oman's Vision 2040 goals while connecting markets across regions.

Elevators Rising in the Desert: Saudi Arabia's Epic Mobility Makeover!

Why This Factory Changes Everything

TKE ALAT just dropped big news from RIYADH, Saudi Arabia. The joint venture picks Dammam's Third Industrial City for its massive 40,000-square-metre elevator and escalator plant. ZODCON starts construction and targets completion by end of 2027.  

Moreover, this marks the first time a global player builds such a facility right here. TKE brings cutting-edge tech, safety know-how, and innovation while Alat strengthens local industry. The site doubles as a buzzing hub with a product-development center and training facility.  

Power Moves for Smarter Cities

Next, the team builds a regional International Technical Services crew. They deliver top-notch support and maintenance under TKE Universal Service. This partnership fuels MENA's urban growth and creates exciting jobs.  

TKE ALAT, the €160 million JV formed in August 2025, tackles rising vertical mobility demands across the region. TKE leads with AI solutions and global expertise from its independent journey since 2020. Together, they move beyond limits and shape future smart cities.