Virgin Mobile Saudi Arabia recently collaborated with Princess Noura University and Dublin City University to help students with the development of the skills required by industry to face future challenges.
A number of female Saudi students were the first to participate in an intensive three- to four-month telecommunications training program.
The program, which focused primarily on marketing, communications, social and digital media, set out to empower women and the Saudi youth through a number of professional coaching and training efforts.
“This project, which ran between May and July this year, allowed female students in the Kingdom to get a first-hand experience of the real working world, while providing them with the skills necessary to address the challenges of the sector itself,” said Fouad Halawi, CEO, Virgin Mobile Saudi Arabia.
“Virgin Mobile Saudi Arabia has continuously underlined its commitment to the Kingdom, and this program further demonstrates how seriously we are taking it. Saudi Arabia is undergoing major transformation and development on all levels, as it continues to diversify its work force and drive on toward becoming a knowledge-based economy. With partnerships like this, we can help grow an empowered, Saudi work force that will inspire future generations,” he added.
The program has also been identified as a shop window to attract more Saudi women to the telecom sector in the Kingdom. Each of the participating students received a certificate at the end of the training program, which was led in part by Dublin City University, who recently entered into collaboration with PNU to design and deliver two undergraduate degrees.
Virgin Mobile Saudi Arabia hopes the program will inspire a further number of Saudi students as it continues its mission to make mobile better in the Kingdom.
Virgin Mobile partners with Princess Noura University
Virgin Mobile partners with Princess Noura University
iCAUR V27 Saudi media test drive ignites excitement, conquering the Edge of the World!
iCAUR held a V27 media test drive event in Riyadh on Jan. 22.
Twelve local journalists and KOLs took four V27s to Saudi Arabia's famous natural landmark, the Edge of the World.
They got a hands-on experience of the Boxy Styled SUV’s classic style and advanced technology on challenging real-world roads.
In the morning, journalists and KOLs gathered in downtown Riyadh.
Through product briefings and interactive sessions, guests got an up-close look at the V27’s core technologies and design philosophy while enjoying a relaxed brunch, introducing iCAUR in detail.
Afterward, the test drive convoy left the city and drove roughly 200 km northwest to the Edge of the World.
During the drive, participants praised the V27’s smooth and quiet ride.
They also appreciated the 15.4-inch 3K HD touchscreen and the smart infotainment system powered by the 8155 chip.
Voice control for navigation, climate, and music was also highly appreciated.
The test drive destination, the Edge of the World, is located north of the Tuwaik Mountains, which stretches upto 1,000 km.
It is a steep cliff with a drop of about 300 meters and is one of Saudi Arabia’s most iconic natural wonders.
The nearly two-hour journey passes vast plains with almost no signal and few clear road signs. The desert is full of faint tire tracks and gullies eroded by rain.
In this environment, the V27’s power and off-road capability are fully showcased.
As iCAUR’s first mass-production model equipped with Golden REEV (Range-Extended Electric Vehicle), the V27 uses a 1.5T engine dedicated to range extension, with a thermal efficiency of 45.79% and the ability to generate 3.71kWh per liter of fuel.
This gives the V27 a combined range of over 1,000km, allowing it to handle long distances even in deserts and rugged terrains with limited refueling options.
The front and rear dual motors deliver a combined 455hp, enabling 0–100km/h acceleration in around 5 seconds, providing consistent and strong power on complex roads.
Tuned by the world-class Prodrive racing team and paired with the i-AWD (intelligent All-Wheel Drive) system, the V27 stays stable at high speeds.
It also delivers precise, controlled handling on gravel and uneven surfaces, delivering an exceptional driving feel for a 5-meter vehicle. This balance of performance and efficiency has been repeatedly highlighted by the media and KOLs during the event.
The first batch of iCAUR V27s has now been officially shipped to six Middle Eastern markets, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar.
The Middle East will serve as the global debut region for the V27, with launches in the UAE and Bahrain in February, followed by Saudi Arabia in March.
Before the official launch, iCAUR will roll out a series of activities in Saudi Arabia, including mall displays and showroom openings, allowing media and users to get up close with this new energy classic.
The showrooms will also feature the AiMOGA humanoid robot, powered by Chery Group’s latest AI technology. Stay tuned!
