| Work Detail |
The station will be part of the ground infrastructure of the joint venture, supporting the mission of bridging the digital divide across Saudi Arabia
The joint venture between OneWeb and Tonomus, known as First Tech Web Company, and responsible for advancing cognitive technologies within the NEOM ecosystem, has chosen Albabtain LeBlanc, a Saudi Arabian construction firm, to build a satellite station located in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia.
According to the statement, this station will be part of the ground infrastructure of the joint venture, supporting the mission of bridging the digital divide across Saudi Arabia and the broader MENA region by providing access to high-speed, low-latency internet connectivity to people and businesses in remote and underserved areas.
The satellite station is expected to be completed by the end of 2023, as Albabtain LeBlanc joins OneWeb’s roster of partners across the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and Alaska.
Moreover, OneWeb said the construction of the satellite station in Tabuk aligns with OneWeb’s recent appointment as an Observer Member by the Digital Cooperation Organisation (DCO), as reported by TelecomTalk.
This role positions OneWeb to provide insights into DCO’s initiatives across member nations, including Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Jordan, Morocco, and Pakistan, as well as the global digital landscape, fostering the growth of the digital economy within DCO member populations. |
