Etihad Salam Telecommunications Company, a prominent player in Saudi Arabia’s telecommunications and IT sector, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with Advanced Communications & Electronics Systems Company for Neutral Host . This strategic partnership aims to enhance connectivity and telecommunication services for government and corporate sectors in Riyadh, leveraging ACES’s Fiber to the Home infrastructure.
A significant milestone of this collaboration is the successful demonstration of an unprecedented 25 gigabits per second internet speed to residential users, achieved in partnership with Nokia. This achievement not only sets a new benchmark for residential internet speeds but also underscores the potential for future-proof digital homes and business environments in the region.
The alliance between Etihad Salam and ACES is poised to address the growing demand for high-speed, reliable internet services in Riyadh. By integrating Etihad Salam’s extensive telecommunications expertise with ACES’s advanced FTTH infrastructure, the partnership aims to deliver scalable solutions that cater to the evolving needs of both government entities and corporate clients.
Etihad Salam’s existing infrastructure includes a 17,000-kilometer Saudi National Fiber Network , an independent, state-of-the-art fiber optic network connecting all major cities in the Kingdom. This extensive network offers substantial bandwidth capacity, positioning Etihad Salam to meet current and future connectivity demands effectively.
The collaboration with ACES is expected to further bolster this infrastructure, enhancing network resilience and expanding the reach of high-speed internet services across Riyadh. This initiative aligns with the Kingdom’s broader digital transformation goals, aiming to foster innovation and support the burgeoning digital economy.
In addition to this partnership, Etihad Salam has been actively engaging in strategic collaborations to advance Saudi Arabia’s ICT landscape. Notably, the company has partnered with center3, a subsidiary of stc Group, to enhance digital infrastructure and connectivity across the Kingdom. This collaboration aims to improve network resilience and deliver scalable solutions in line with the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology’s digital economy strategy.
Etihad Salam has joined forces with Elm at LEAP 2025 to pioneer next-generation smart city solutions and expand digital transformation services. This partnership focuses on leveraging Etihad Salam’s infrastructure to enhance Elm’s market presence, while Elm utilizes Etihad Salam’s advanced infrastructure to deliver unparalleled smart solutions.
These strategic alliances underscore Etihad Salam’s commitment to driving digital innovation and providing cutting-edge telecommunication services in Saudi Arabia. By collaborating with industry leaders like ACES, center3, and Elm, Etihad Salam is well-positioned to contribute significantly to the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 objectives, fostering a digitally inclusive society and a robust digital economy.
The partnership with ACES, in particular, is anticipated to have a profound impact on Riyadh’s connectivity landscape. The deployment of high-speed FTTH services will not only enhance user experiences but also pave the way for advanced applications in various sectors, including education, healthcare, and commerce.
