ADNOC Distribution Signs MoU with Etisalat to Develop Technology Infrastructure for Service Stations
ADNOC Distribution has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the UAE’s leading telecommunications provider Etisalat.
ADNOC Distribution has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the UAE’s leading telecommunications provider Etisalat. The MoU establishes the framework for Etisalat to provide ADNOC Distribution with capacities and infrastructure to ensure the complete automation of its service station sites.
The agreement was signed between Abdullah Salem Al Dhaheri, Chief Executive Officer of ADNOC Distribution, and Eng. Saleh Al Abdooli, Chief Executive Officer of Etisalat.
The MoU seeks to transform and optimize the existing Wide Area Network (WAN) infrastructure for ADNOC to a managed scalable and reliable converged IP-based network that can support voice, video and data communications. The upgraded WAN infrastructure is expected to provide resiliency, security and redundancy on all critical links as required by ADNOC Distribution.
Abdulla Salem Al Dhaheri, Chief Executive Officer, ADNOC Distribution, said: “ADNOC Distribution is pleased to ink this MoU with Etisalat to provide an end-to-end data and communication service at our service stations to make them even more customer-friendly. This agreement marks the first step towards the complete automation of our service stations network.
“The agreement underlines ADNOC Distribution’s commitment to our customers and further establishes the company as an early adopter of the latest state-of-the-art technological solutions and best-in-class practices for improving the add value provided to our customers.”
Eng Saleh Alabdooli, Chief Executive Officer - Etisalat, said: “Based on our deep understanding of the variable needs of the key economic sectors that we have gained by working closely with flagship national organizations, we aim to provide a robust information technology infrastructure that is the foundation of any modern enterprise. In achieving the desired results for the companies we work with, we aspire to meet our leadership’s vision in shaping the UAE into a technologically advanced nation.
“Our partnership with ADNOC Distribution will prioritize the delivery of premium services to create a high-tech working environment. Additionally, Etisalat will provide customers to ADNOC Distribution’s service stations with round-the-clock, value-added technical and telecommunications support.”
Under this arrangement, Etisalat will provide remote management capabilities from ADNOC Distribution headquarters to its network of 200 service stations during the initial phase. Following the initial stage, the development works will extend to more locations and service stations. ADNOC Distribution will also be offered administrative backup solutions and customer portals to generate feedback and live reports.
ADNOC Distribution consistently works to enhance the marketing and distribution of petroleum products and services within the UAE. The company’s high quality offerings have earned the trust of customers and established ADNOC as a key contributor to the UAE’s GDP.
Etisalat delivers a number of services and solutions that include managed and cloud computing and mobile communications to institutions and businesses of all sizes and scope of work. The company seeks to establish a new benchmark in the telecommunications sector and information technology through the launch of cutting-edge services and smart solutions that meet the needs of businesses and lead the UAE’s drive for innovation.
