Service provider du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), and technology giant Nokia have signed a frame agreement aimed at heralding what they call a new era of 5G-driven advanced technology possibilities for UAE enterprises.
This collaborative effort, we are told, will empower du to spearhead innovative 5G applications to build advanced technologies for the enterprise sector.
Building on their longstanding partnership, du and Nokia say they are on a strategic journey to shape the future of advanced technology and its applications through 5G. Under the terms of the agreement, Nokia will offer du its cutting-edge end-to-end enterprise solutions, encompassing high-speed digital solutions and 5G use cases for resale through Nokia's Global Partner Programme.
This partnership will allow deployment of exponential technology use cases for various verticals including factories, warehouses, smart cities and utilities that will be powered by du’s 5G network. Several other use cases for robotics, augmented reality and AI will also be made available for the benefit of UAE customers.
This announcement comes hard on the heels of news that Nokia plans to launch an Open Innovation lab in Dubai, with a focus on accelerating adoption of technologies including AI and machine learning for network automation and optimisation.
Jasim Al Awadi, Chief ICT Officer, du, says: “This new agreement will unleash fresh 5G opportunities, affirming our role as a driving force in further accelerating the digital transformation of the UAE and positioning it as a regional centre of excellence for advanced technology innovation."
Rima Manna, VP, Middle East Market Unit, Nokia, points out that 5G possesses immense potential for driving enterprise digitisation and unlocking innovative use cases, and adds: “With its low latency and ultra-high-speed capabilities, 5G will unlock a realm of possibilities, enabling new revenue streams through industry transformation."
