Agreement to enable connectivity to the ports, free zone and technological entities
Abu Dhabi Ports and Etisalat have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) focused on advancing technological capabilities and business opportunities in support of Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030.
The partnership, signed at GITEX Technology Week 2018, focuses on building shared electronic projects and networks, exchanging knowledge, simplifying procedures, securing fixed and wireless telecommunications coverage, and managing operational risk.
Etisalat will also help Abu Dhabi Ports to adapt to the latest telecommunications technologies, business models, and customer behaviour. The agreement will broaden Abu Dhabi Ports’ reach by connecting the business to its ports, free zone and other technological entities.
“Rapid technological growth is transforming the telecommunications sector. Collaborating with Etisalat will help Abu Dhabi Ports to stay ahead of industry developments, adapt to new technologies, and ensure that our customers experience world-class, cutting-edge telecommunications services at all our entities,” commented Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, CEO, Abu Dhabi Ports.
“We work closely with the public and private sector to enable digital technologies and solutions to help boost their digital services,” Sultan Al Dhaheri, General Manager, Etisalat, Abu Dhabi region.
Abu Dhabi Ports also unveiled that it will begin an international blockchain pilot testing project in partnership with the Port of Antwerp, Belgium.
