This week saw a significant agreement in the Middle Eastern data centre market as INTRO Technology announced the signing of a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Oman Data Park, the largest data centre and cloud service provide in Oman, to establish what us to be known as the Kemet data centre in the Suez Canal Economic Zone.
INTRO Technology is the technology arm of INTRO Holding and the parent company of Advansys and Forte Cloud, a leader in technological solutions and digital transformation.
With an estimated cost of US$450 million, this MoU represents the first strategic partnership between the two companies aimed at providing cloud solutions, Internet of Things (IoT), and digital transformation for regional and international markets, particularly in Africa and the Middle East.
The Kemet data centre aims to meet the rising demand for cloud services, IoT and digital transformation, using Egypt’s location as a gateway for international players in the region. It will span 80,000 square metres, and is set to be developed in two phases. Strategically located in the Suez Canal Economic Zone, it will serve as a key facility for companies seeking cost-effective cloud solutions, offering scalable infrastructure, faster data processing and improved latency.
Leveraging Egypt’s advanced infrastructure and its position as a key regional hub, the centre will provide a secure and efficient platform for businesses to manage both regional and global operations.
It’s also committed to sustainability; Kemet data centre will partially rely on solar energy, reducing its carbon footprint while delivering advanced digital services.
Oman Data Park will provide commercial services, overseeing the centre's design, construction, and management. Advansys, a subsidiary of INTRO Technology, will host the data centre’s staff and experts, handling legal procedures, equipment importation, and design through its Centre of Excellence.
