Aramco Digital, LTIMindtree launch NextEra — a next-generation IT services company in KSA

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Updated 29 May 2025
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Aramco Digital, LTIMindtree launch NextEra — a next-generation IT services company in KSA

Aramco Digital, the digital and technology subsidiary of Aramco, and LTIMindtree, a global technology consulting and digital solutions company, have launched NextEra, a next-generation IT services company headquartered in Saudi Arabia.

A strategic joint venture between LTIMindtree and Aramco Digital, LTIM Aramco Digital Solutions for Information Technology Company-NextEra is designed to accelerate Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation in alignment with the Kingdom’s ambitious Vision 2030.

The initiative reflects a shared commitment to building a robust, homegrown digital ecosystem that fuels innovation, economic diversification, and sustainable growth.

Powered by advanced and emerging technologies, NextEra aims to offer organizations future-ready solutions that enhance operational efficiency, enable intelligent decision-making, and deliver seamless customer experiences.

NextEra’s foundation is built upon six core pillars — emerging technologies and automation, scalable cloud services, deep industry expertise, digital engineering, sustainability, and customer centricity.

Nabil Al-Nuaim, chairman of NextEra and CEO of Aramco Digital, said: “The launch of NextEra marks a pivotal milestone in our efforts to localize IT services and contribute to advancing the Kingdom’s digital landscape.

“We are glad to partner with LTIMindtree in establishing this joint venture, which brings together world-class technology expertise and deep local insight.

“Through NextEra, we aim to build a future-ready digital ecosystem that drives innovation, enhances national competitiveness, and contributes to the Kingdom’s digital transformation journey under Vision 2030.

“This collaboration also reinforces Aramco Digital’s commitment to accelerating digital progress across industrial and other strategic sectors,  delivering sustainable impact, long-term value, and alignment with national priorities.

"Partnering with Aramco Digital to establish NextEra is a significant milestone in LTIMindtree’s global expansion strategy. We are excited to bring our deep technical capabilities and cross-industry experience to support Saudi businesses in their digital journeys,” said Venu Lambu, vice chairman, NextEra; chief executive officer (designate) and whole-time director, LTIMindtree.

“This joint venture is a key step toward Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, as we build a national platform for innovation and sustainable digital growth,” said Dina Aboonoq, CEO and board member, NextEra; executive VP, LTIMindtree.

“Through advanced delivery centers and partnerships with local universities, we’re accelerating digital transformation, empowering local talent, and supporting SMEs and major industries with tailored managed services that ensure excellence and compliance.”

NextEra is uniquely positioned to blend local insight with global expertise, delivering tailored solutions that cater to the dynamic needs of regional and international markets. From optimizing operations to fostering innovation across critical sectors, the company aims to be a cornerstone of Saudi Arabia’s digitally driven future.

Aramco Digital is the digital and technology subsidiary of Aramco, established to contribute to the Kingdom’s digital transformation under Vision 2030. It aims to advance industrial digital solutions in partnership with local and global partners, enabling sustainable growth across industrial and other strategic sectors.

LTIMindtree is a global technology consulting and digital solutions company that helps enterprises reimagine business models and accelerate innovation. With a client base of over 700 companies and a team of 84,000+ professionals across 30+ countries, LTIMindtree delivers transformative outcomes across industries. A part of the Larsen & Toubro Group, LTIMindtree is at the forefront of delivering large-scale digital transformation programs worldwide.


Alfanar Engineering signs MoU with Schneider Electric Saudi Arabia

Updated 02 February 2026
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Alfanar Engineering signs MoU with Schneider Electric Saudi Arabia

Alfanar Engineering Services announced the signing of a strategic MoU with Schneider Electric Saudi Arabia during its participation in the Saudi Arabia Smart Grid Conference. Both Schneider Electric and Alfanar Engineering have committed to further enhancing operational excellence and customer-centric service delivery thereby ensuring long-term asset reliability of their clients in the Kingdom.

Alfanar Engineering brings to the collaboration a strong in-Kingdom service footprint, supported by extensive operations and maintenance capabilities, advanced testing and commissioning equipment, and a network of specialized service centers and labs strategically located across Saudi Arabia. These capabilities enable the delivery of responsive, high-quality technical support tailored to the needs of critical infrastructure and industrial operations. Schneider Electric, with its extensive installed base of energy management and automation solutions, plays a key role in supporting mission-critical facilities and national industries across the Kingdom.

The collaboration was signed by Sattam Al-Motairi, chief operating officer of Alfanar Engineering Services, and Mohamed Shaheen, cluster president — Saudi Arabia, Schneider Electric. It brings together Alfanar’s local operational expertise and service reach with Schneider Electric’s global technologies and service standards. Together, the two companies will enhance service reliability, improve response efficiency, and deliver greater value through sustainable solutions that optimize asset lifecycles. The MoU also supports the development of localized technical services, contributing to the Kingdom’s objectives for sustainable infrastructure, localization, and industrial resilience.

Al-Motairi said: “At Alfanar Engineering Services, we believe that true value is created long after equipment is installed, through reliable service, fast response, and teams that understand the realities of the field. This collaboration with Schneider Electric enables us to enhance the delivery of after-sales services across the Kingdom, combining deep local expertise with world-class technology. Our focus is clear: keeping critical operations running, supporting our customers’ long-term success, and contributing meaningfully to Saudi Arabia’s industrial and infrastructure ambitions.”

Oday Al-Aithan, vice president of field services for Schneider Electric in Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Yemen, and Bahrain, said: “At Schneider Electric, we are turning advanced energy management and digital solutions into tangible outcomes through our partnership with Alfanar Engineering Services. By combining our integrated technologies, extensive installed base, and global expertise as a leading energy technology partner with Alfanar’s strong in-Kingdom field services, we deliver smarter, faster, and more reliable solutions that optimize asset performance, accelerate response times, and support resilient, sustainable infrastructure, contributing to the Kingdom’s Vision 2030.”