Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – September 11, 2024 – CNTXT is proud to announce the opening of the CNTXT Academy Headquarters in Saudi Arabia. This initiative aims to equip local talent with essential cloud and digital skills and develop the overall digital ecosystem in the Kingdom.

CNTXT Academy will  offer comprehensive training programs in emerging cloud technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and application and infrastructure modernization. These courses are designed to upskill Saudi professionals who are leading digital transformation efforts within their organizations or those who are eager to pursue careers in the technology field.

In addition to technical training, CNTXT Academy will host the Startups Program which is designed to support startups in the Kingdom by providing access to cloud, AI, and digital technologies training and certifications. In addition, startup participants will receive mentorship and support from market experts and the program’s extensive mentor network.

The CNTXT Academy, in collaboration with Cognite, will offer Digital Transformation (DT) programs and courses that aim to provide an opportunity for Saudi Arabia’s industrial workforce to develop digital skills and enhance their utilization of industrial data. These programs are designed and tailored to upskill industrial operators, engineers, analysts, IT and OT data managers, and service managers.

The Academy will offer programs, in-person and virtually, at its brand new location in KAFD, ensuring that professionals from all regions of Saudi Arabia can benefit from the courses offered. The center will run multiple cohorts throughout the year, making it accessible to professionals of all ages.

Please visit CNTXT Academy website for more information and to register for upcoming courses.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, -September 11, 2024 – CNTXT, a leading provider of technology solutions in Saudi Arabia, is proud to announce its partnership with Taurob, a global leader in ground robotics. This partnership sees CNTXT becoming an authorized reseller and preferred solution provider for Taurob’s ground robot solutions in Saudi Arabia. The companies will also collaborate to provide integrated robotic solutions to the broader MENA region.

Taurob has been at the forefront of innovation and state-of-the-art technology since its inception. In 2012, the company introduced the world’s first ATEX-certified robots. Taurob’s Inspector, the Gasfinder, and the Operator are ATEX Zone 1 certified robots designed to improve safety and inspection efficiency while reducing emissions and logistics costs in the most dangerous and hazardous industrial environments. Today, Taurob delivers advanced robotic solutions to clients worldwide, revolutionizing industries with their cutting-edge technology.

CNTXT will deploy Taurob’s robots across industrial facilities in Saudi Arabia and MENA, enabling automated inspection tasks, increasing safety, and enhancing efficiency. This partnership represents a significant step forward in leveraging robotics for industrial applications, aligning with the region’s vision for innovation, and technological advancement. In addition, CNTXT will look at integrating the data acquired from Taurob’s robots in the field to Cognite Data Fusion, leading industrial data management platform. Cognite Data Fusion will serve as an integration and contextualization layer, fusing data acquired by robots with other operational and IT data in order to create a complete representation of the industrial digital twin.

“We are thrilled to partner with Taurob to bring their groundbreaking robotic solutions to Saudi Arabia and the MENA region,” said  Abdullah Jarwan, CEO of CNTXT. “Taurob’s ATEX-approved robots will further expand our robotics offerings and deliver unparalleled value to our clients looking at automating industrial inspection rounds.”

“We have very high confidence in our partnership with CNTXT and are excited to collaborate with them to deploy robotic solutions. This partnership accelerates technological advancements, ensuring safety, efficiency, and sustainability for our clients.”, states Matthias Biegl, Managing Director of Taurob.CNTXT is committed to driving innovation and digital transformation in the region, and this partnership with Taurob is a testament to that commitment. With Taurob’s ATEX certified robots and CNTXT’s expertise in delivering transformative solutions, industries in Saudi Arabia and MENA can expect to achieve new levels of efficiency, safety, and productivity.

For more information about CNTXT and its partnership with Taurob, please visit https://www.taurob.com.

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – 21th August, 2024 – CNTXT, a leading cloud and digital transformation company in Saudi Arabia, today announced an expanded partnership with Google Cloud to introduce a new premium cybersecurity offering to the Saudi market: Sovereign Controls by CNTXT.  The new offering is designed to support the digital transformation journeys of organizations operating in the region who must meet strict data sovereignty, regulatory and security requirements. 

With this offering, CNTXT, a reseller of Google Cloud Platform services for Saudi-based customers, helps local organizations meet digital sovereignty requirements by delivering a managed External Key Management (EKM) with Key Access Justifications (KAJ) service, as well as localized support. EKM with KAJ encrypts customer data at rest with keys stored outside of Google Cloud’s infrastructure. This offering also requires detailed justifications each time access to keys is required, offering customers the ability to deny access for any reason, including extraterritorial data requests. This innovative solution is designed to protect highly sensitive workloads that would typically remain on-premise, providing an additional layer of control for organizations moving to the cloud

The EKM solution is offered in Saudi Arabia by SITE, as an integral part of the “DATA SHIELD powered by Fortanix” product and Google Cloud’s  Cloud External Key Manager service. SITE provides innovative, reliable Digital and Cybersecurity services and solutions, and develop future technologies to address needs, aspirations, and threats, while fostering an entrepreneurship ecosystem and developing a highly talented pool of Saudi human capital. This integration allows organizations to move their data to the cloud while maintaining the same level of security for keys that they are accustomed to in their own on-premises environments.

DATA SHIELD powered by Fortanix enables users to create, store, and manage encryption keys outside of the Google Cloud environment. This ensures that encryption keys are always under customer control and stored inside a FIPS 140-2 level 3 certified HSM, away from the cloud. With the click of a button, organizations can enable or disable access to their data from specific instances and locations in real-time, ensuring the highest level of security for their data.

“We are thrilled to bring Cloud External Key Manager to Saudi Arabia, offering organizations the ability to securely move their most sensitive workloads to the cloud,” said Abdullah Jarwan, CEO at CNTXT. “With the integration of SITE’s DATA SHIELD powered by Fortanix EKM, organizations can trust that their data is protected by the highest standards of security and encryption.”

Majed Alamri, Chief Business Solutions Officer at SITE, said, “We are excited to introduce the External Key Manager to Saudi Arabia, empowering organizations to securely migrate their most sensitive workloads to the cloud. With the integration of SITE’s DATA SHIELD powered by Fortanix EKM, clients can be assured that their data is protected by the highest standards of security and encryption.” 

Bader Almadi, Google Cloud country manager for Saudi Arabia, said, “Google Cloud is committed to working with local trusted partners to help our customers meet digital sovereignty requirements. We are proud to offer Sovereign Controls by CNTXT to help Saudi-based organizations meet more stringent data sovereignty requirements. This offering that’s provided through Assured Workloads, and built on Google Cloud’s Class C-certified infrastructure offers customers the ability to deny access to their data for any reason, empowering organizations across the Kingdom to accelerate their digital transformation journeys while helping to meet regulatory requirements and maintaining more control over their data.”

For more information about Sovereign Controls by CNTXT and its availability in Saudi Arabia, please visit [Google Cloud Blog ].

About CNTXT:

About CNTXT: CNTXT, a joint venture between Saudi Aramco and Cognite, is a leading digital transformation company headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. With a mission to empower organizations through technology and innovation, CNTXT leverages strategic partnerships and a network of resellers to accelerate digital transformation across public and private sectors in the Kingdom.

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA — 5/08/2024 —CNTXT is thrilled to announce the official opening of our new regional headquarters in the prestigious King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD), Riyadh. On August 1st, we celebrated this momentous occasion with a grand opening ceremony attended by industry leaders and guests, including Tareq Amin, CEO of Digital Aramco and Chairman of the CNTXT board.

Joined by CNTXT Board members Fahad Aldossary, Francois Laborie, and John Markus Lervik, as well as key public and private sector executives, we showcased our stunning new workspace and celebrated our continued growth. The event was a fantastic opportunity to connect with industry leaders and explore the innovative environment we’ve created.

Our move to a larger, strategically located office marks a significant milestone for CNTXT. The expanded space empowers us to enhance our service offerings, foster collaboration among our talented team, and deliver exceptional value to our valued clients.

By doublingfootprint of our previous Riyadh office, we’ve designed a space that encourages creativity, innovation, and teamwork. Each office is meticulously crafted to reflect our commitment to world-class service standards.

We are excited to embark on this new chapter in our journey and look forward to welcoming our employees, customers and partners to our new offices.

Simplified Access to Google Cloud Services Now Available for Individuals and Small Businesses

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – June 24, 2024 – CNTXT, a leading technology enabler in the MENA region, is proud to announce the launch of the CNTXT Portal for Google Cloud, now live for users across Saudi Arabia. This innovative platform marks a significant milestone in the journey towards greater accessibility and utilization of Google Cloud  services in the Kingdom.

The CNTXT Portal for Google Cloud is designed to streamline the procurement process, making it possible for individual users and small businesses to access Google Cloud services with unparalleled ease. By enabling the use of credit cards for procurement, the portal removes previous barriers, allowing a broader range of users to harness the power of Google Cloud’s advanced technologies.

“We are thrilled to launch the CNTXT Portal for Google Cloud, which is set to revolutionize how cloud services are accessed in Saudi Arabia,” said Abdullah Jarwan, CEO of CNTXT. “This portal embodies our commitment to fostering technological innovation and supporting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 by empowering individuals and small businesses with the tools they need to succeed in a digital economy.”

Bader Almadi, Country Manager, Google Cloud Saudi Arabia said: “By enabling our partners to a platform to their customers to manage their relationship with Google Cloud and access resources for selling, servicing, and building on Google Cloud, this CNTXT Portal simplifies the management and administration of cloud infrastructure and enables users to leverage the power of Google Cloud services for their applications and workloads. Through our partner CNTXT, individuals and businesses in the Kingdom can now gain access to expert consultation and support for implementing Google Cloud solutions tailored to their needs, access to specialized applications and services built on Google Cloud that can address specific use cases, and benefit from streamlined process of purchasing and managing Google Cloud services, potentially simplifying adoption for those less familiar with the platform.”

Key Features of the CNTXT Portal for Google Cloud:

This initiative builds on the existing success of Google Cloud in Saudi Arabia, where it has been instrumental in driving digital transformation across various sectors since the  launch of Google Cloud Region in Dammam on November 15th, 2023. By expanding access to Google Cloud services, CNTXT is poised to further accelerate the adoption of cloud technologies, enabling businesses of all sizes to innovate and grow.

The launch of the CNTXT Portal for Google Cloud is aligned with the broader objectives of Vision 2030, which aims to position Saudi Arabia as a global technology hub. With this new platform, CNTXT and Google Cloud are empowering the Kingdom’s next generation of entrepreneurs, developers, and innovators.

For more information about the CNTXT Portal for Google Cloud and to get started with Google Cloud services, visit www.cntxt.com.

About CNTXT CNTXT is a leading technology enabler in the MENA region, dedicated to providing innovative solutions that drive digital transformation. With a strong focus on cloud technologies, CNTXT partners with global tech giants to deliver cutting-edge services that empower businesses and individuals to thrive in the digital age.

Aramco has long been at the forefront of innovation, particularly in the realm of digitalization. As part of its ambitious vision to lead the industry in technological advancement, Aramco has been exploring using ground robotics to enhance the safety and efficiency of its operations. Recently, the company achieved a significant milestone by conducting the Site Acceptance Test (SAT) of an intrinsically safe robot, marking a major step forward in its digital transformation journey. This groundbreaking initiative underscores Aramco’s commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology to revolutionize how inspections are conducted in the energy industry, setting new standards for safety, reliability, and efficiency.

Aramco and CNTXT successfully conducted an SAT for the Taurob Inspector robot at Manifa Central Processing Facility in August 2023, proving the robot’s ability to withstand the high temperatures of a Saudi Arabian summer.

The test encompassed manual navigation, site mapping, inspection route planning, and autonomous mission execution, culminating in a detailed assessment of collected data across the various inspection payloads.

The successful execution of the SAT — under extreme environmental conditions — underscores the robustness and reliability of the Taurob Inspector robot. It offers a pioneering solution for enhancing operational efficiency and safety in industrial settings, particularly in challenging climates like Saudi Arabia.

“Throughout the pilot, we successfully completed site mapping, route planning, and autonomous missions. Taurob’s Inspector robot was able to collect the necessary data and navigate the environment successfully. Most notably, the robot demonstrated the ability to withstand ambient temperatures of 45°C, and temperatures well above 50°C under the scorching sun,” said Saeed Alamoudi, Specialist Engineer at Aramco.

Kristoffer Gjerde, Head of Robotics at CNTXT, adds, “CNTXT is proud to be able to continuously support Aramco as they expand the use of industrial robots across their facilities. Completing user acceptance tests of Taurob robots is another milestone towards autonomous operations in industrial facilities.”

Looking ahead, Aramco and CNTXT are looking to expand the integration of cutting-edge robotics technology into industrial operations by adding new types of robots to their existing fleet. The successful SAT for Taurob robots paves the way for broader adoption of autonomous solutions as Aramco continues to pioneer with its vision for the adoption of 4.0 IR technologies.

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