Doha, Qatar: Qatar Airways and Ooredoo have officially entered into a strategic collaboration aimed at developing and co-designing an advanced Hybrid Multi-Cloud ecosystem named “Sama.”
This initiative represents a pioneering move within Qatar and the wider region, marking a significant leap in technological advancement.
The name “Sama,” which means sky, resonates not only as a symbol of aspiration but also as a familiar term, shared one of Qatar Airways’ MetaHuman cabin crew. The partnership was formally announced yesterday at The Plaza Doha.
The innovative solution will amalgamate the expertise of globally acclaimed Hyperscalers such as Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud, complemented by the resilience and security of Qatar Airways’ dedicated Private Cloud, and bolstered by leading technology providers including Nutanix, F5, and Cisco.
Commenting on the collaboration, Ooredoo Qatar CEO, Sheikh Ali bin Jabor bin Mohammad Al Thani, stressed the significance of embracing new technologies to redefine connectivity and innovation.
“As pioneers in our respective fields, both Ooredoo and Qatar Airways recognise that innovation is about adopting new technologies and reshaping how we connect with the world. Through this collaboration, we’re setting a new standard for digital transformations globally.
“Sheikh Ali highlighting the venture’s potential said: “At Ooredoo, we believe that the future belongs to those who innovate.”
“By joining with Qatar Airways, we are making a bold statement — that together, we are poised to redefine the boundaries of innovation leveraging Hybrid cloud, Analytics and AI, ensuring that Qatar remains a beacon of progress in an ever-evolving digital landscape. Trust is the foundation of any lasting partnership. With Qatar Airways, we’re not just building a robust digital infrastructure but also fostering a bond based on mutual respect and a shared vision for a hyperconnected world.”
Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Eng Badr Mohammed Al Meer, underscored the airline’s dedication to technological advancement and its role as an industry leader.
“Qatar Airways is an unparalleled leader in the aviation industry and consistently offers the best-in-class products and services. Our commitment to technological innovation and adoption has been a key driver for our success and growth. In our partnership with Ooredoo, we are implementing Hybrid Cloud Infrastructure and platform services by utilising leading technologies.”
“This partnership allows us to offer unmatched services to our customers, ensuring seamless scalability, top-tier performance and robust security. We are thrilled to collaborate with industry giants like Microsoft, Google and Nutanix to build an efficient and secure Cloud Infrastructure.”
Meanwhile, Qatar Airways Chief Information Officer, AT Srinivasan, expressed gratitude for the partnership and emphasised the unique nature of the endeavour, marking a significant milestone in the region’s technological landscape.
A key aspect of this transformation is the agility it promises, with the Hybrid Multi-Cloud setup offering Qatar Airways the flexibility to allocate workloads based on various factors, including business demands, data security, and latency. By harnessing the capabilities of the Public Cloud, Qatar Airways aims to expedite innovation and deploy new services to enhance customer experience, while maintaining high-performance workloads in its dedicated Private Cloud environment. Ooredoo will facilitate direct links between Qatar Airways’ premises and Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud platforms through its network fabric.
