With aspirations to grow the tech sector’s GDP contribution from 1% to 5% under Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, the country is already making significant strides. As of 2023, the ICT sector was the largest and fastest growing in the MENA region, and the country ranked second among G20 countries on the UN International Telecommunication Union’s ICT Development Index (IDI).
stc Group, a leading digital enabler and the nation’s preferred ICT provider, is playing an integral role in achieving this vision, maximizing the potential of technology and innovation to reshape business operations and consumer experiences. Through groundbreaking projects, extensive infrastructure, and strategic collaborations, stc Group is reshaping Saudi Arabia and the MENA region’s digital landscape.
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Strengthening National and Regional ICT Infrastructure
Strategic infrastructure projects are redefining Saudi Arabia and positioning the kingdom as a thriving digital hub. stc Group’s extensive fiber infrastructure delivers high-speed, reliable broadband that connects millions of users and millions of homes nationwide. Additionally, stc has established over 11,000 fiber-connected mobile sites to enhance mobile service quality. It also supports 700,000 business premises with fiber connections, providing the fast, dependable connectivity crucial for advanced digital services and applications.
Meanwhile, the Group’s 'newtrack’ initiative, launched earlier this year, provides neutral digital host infrastructure for the kingdom’s mega-projects. Currently being implemented across six large-scale projects, the program offers high-speed, scalable solutions that support multiple network operators, meeting the demand for scalable, robust solutions in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
Global Leadership in Voice, Roaming, and Aggregation
stc Group’s influence extends far beyond Saudi Arabia, with voice and roaming capabilities across 185 countries supporting over three billion minutes of voice traffic annually. This level of global reach and operational efficiency sets a high industry standard, establishing stc Group as a leader in international communications that is well-equipped with the infrastructure to support diverse connectivity needs worldwide.
In addition, the company’s exclusive voice traffic aggregator agreement with PLDT Global, the Philippines' largest fully-integrated telco, reinforces stc's role as a preferred global partner for voice aggregation services.
Seamless Business Solutions through Carrier and Wholesale Services
stc Group’s solutions are also enhancing digital operations for businesses across the region through streamlined service management and flexible network solutions. The MyWholesale Portal serves as a comprehensive platform for carrier and wholesale clients, allowing them to manage wholesale services, contracts, invoices, and related needs seamlessly in one place.
The Group also offers a suite of solutions designed to streamline and optimize business operations. This includes the Bandwidth on Demand (BoD) feature, which enables flexible service activation and deactivation to optimize network costs and usage based on specific timing needs.
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Partnerships Driving Digital Innovation Across the Region
Through powerful partnerships with leaders like Cubic Telecom, iBASIS, DT, and CMI, stc empowers businesses with tailored IoT solutions that drive regional growth. By collaborating with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and mobile network operators (MNOs), stc Group has enabled new pathways for IoT adoption and innovation across the MENA region. Earlier this year, stc Group signed an MoU with SkyFive and Flynas to launch the first Air-to-Ground (A2G) service in the Middle East. This service keeps passengers connected to ground towers while in-flight, enabling WiFi access and setting new standards for in-flight connectivity.
Paving the Way for a Connected Future
Through its groundbreaking projects, extensive infrastructure, and collaborative approach, stc Group is revolutionizing digital connectivity for Saudi Arabia and the MENA region. As the Group drives forward Vision 2030 ambitions, it is establishing Saudi Arabia as a global digital leader, building on its solid foundations to ensure a future rich in connectivity and innovation.
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