Riyadh: TAWAL, the leading integrated ICT infrastructure provider in the Kingdom, has signed a strategic partnership agreement with Electromin, the first Saudi company providing e-Mobility solutions. As part of the agreement, TAWAL will leverage its leading-edge solutions to enhance the Kingdom’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

The innovative partnership was launched during LEAP 2023 in the presence of TAWAL CEO, Eng. Mohammed Alhakbani, and Kalyana Sivagnanam, GCEO, Petromin Corporation. Held from February 6 to February 9, 2023, at Riyadh Front Expo Centre, LEAP is a global tech event that brings innovators and leading experts from around the world together.

The gathering served as the perfect platform for TAWAL — a “Diamond Sponsor” of the global platform for future technologies — and Electromin to announce their agreement, which will see both parties collaborating and exploring opportunities to enable the installation and expansion of EV charging stations in the Kingdom. This will be powered by TAWAL’s extensive network of towers spread across the Kingdom, with modern, well-appointed structures accelerating the rollout of EV charging network infrastructure.

Electromin is revolutionizing the e-mobility landscape with technology-driven solutions and services. From expert consultation to ongoing network operations, Electromin provides turnkey offerings for private individuals, businesses, governments in the Middle East. The first to operate in the Kingdom, they offer complete charge point operation (CPO), including a mobile application whose network covers the largest network of EV charging stations in the Kingdom, providing a seamless experience for EV drivers across multiple markets. Electromin’s business propositions all converge to promote the adoption of electric vehicles regionally and globally, for a cleaner and greener tomorrow.

Upon signing the agreement, Eng. Mohammed Alhakbani, CEO, TAWAL, said: “We are pleased to launch this partnership with Electromin, a leading mobility solutions provider in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. We seek to launch initiatives and programs that help mitigate the negative effects of environmental challenges and contribute to the Saudi Green Initiatives in achieving net zero emissions by 2060. Through this partnership, TAWAL is committed to building ICT solutions for national and global development and moving to carbon neutrality. Creating future-ready infrastructure is a key element of our sustainability strategy. Accordingly, we employ the latest technologies to serve our customers and partners, empowering them to keep pace with the digital transformation of the Kingdom and achieve the goals of the Vision 2030.”

Kalyana Sivagnanam, CEO of Petromin Group, excitedly remarked, “The collaboration between Electromin and Tawal can revolutionize e-mobility solutions in Saudi Arabia. By combining our companies' unique capabilities – from innovative e-mobility technology to cutting-edge integrated ICT infrastructure – we can create a positive impact within the Kingdom's constantly evolving ecosystem. Our joint alliance is therefore aligned with national priorities for progress and prosperity.”

TAWAL is a leading Saudi ICT infrastructure company that offers state-of-the-art infrastructure solutions to supply a growing industry. TAWAL is well-positioned to lead the next hi-tech transformation by offering solutions to customers searching for a reliable and cost-efficient ICT infrastructure to ensure optimal operations for their business. A key player in the Saudi telecommunications infrastructure industry, TAWAL aspires to extend its coverage to embrace the region.

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About Electromin:

Electromin is the leading Saudi turnkey, technology driven e-mobility solutions provider for passenger vehicles, commercial and government fleets, public transit, and large infrastructure projects. Electromin is building a charging network to offer a seamless charging experience for EV drivers across the Kingdom. Industry experts from around the world ensure that Electromin can provide the knowledge and experience to the KSA market.

www.electromin.com

About Petromin Corporation :

Petromin is the leading Saudi mobility solutions provider with an unmatched reputation for the highest quality products and services in the industry today. Operating in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, since 1968, it started building its name for producing the highest quality lubricants in the region which grew overtime into a large mobility solutions provider to cover the entire automotive journey of the customer. With more than 6000 employees, Petromin exports its products to over 40 countries in the GCC, Middle East, Africa, and Asia, with fast and reliable vehicle maintenance services backed by an extensive network of service centers that provide unparalleled coverage across the region.