Dell Ooredoo AI partnership was formalized when Dell Technologies and Ooredoo signed a Memorandum of Understanding on February 18, 2026, to deliver AI-as-a-Service through Ooredoo’s Sovereign AI Cloud. The agreement aims to provide organizations in Qatar with secure and scalable artificial intelligence capabilities hosted within locally governed cloud infrastructure.
Travers Nicholas, Managing Director for North Gulf at Dell Technologies, and Hassan Ismail Al-Emadi, Chief Business Officer at Ooredoo Qatar, signed the agreement in Doha. The partnership combines Dell’s infrastructure technology with Ooredoo’s telecommunications platform to enable digital transformation across industries.
AI-as-a-Service Infrastructure
Under the MoU, Dell Technologies and Ooredoo intend to make AI services available through a sovereign cloud framework. The Dell Ooredoo AI service is designed to offer organizations AI capabilities while maintaining data governance within Qatar’s regulatory environment. The infrastructure aims to support innovation and operational efficiency across multiple sectors.
The Sovereign AI Cloud powered by Dell will provide businesses with access to artificial intelligence tools through a service model. This approach allows organizations to utilize AI technology without building their own infrastructure, consequently reducing capital expenditure and implementation time.
Executive Statements on Partnership
“This agreement underscores our dedication to delivering exceptional, future-ready digital experiences to our customers. With Dell’s expertise in infrastructure and AI capabilities, Ooredoo will be able to drive innovation that will transform industries and create impact for businesses and communities in Qatar.”
Hassan Ismail Al-Emadi, Chief Business Officer at Ooredoo Qatar
“At Dell, we are dedicated to empowering organizations to harness the full potential of data and AI. This collaboration with Ooredoo combines our AI and infrastructure solutions with their approach to telecommunications, enabling digital transformation. Together, we aim to deliver solutions that drive outcomes and equip businesses with the tools to seize new opportunities.”
Travers Nicholas, Managing Director for North Gulf at Dell Technologies
Regional AI Development
The partnership reflects growing demand for artificial intelligence services in the Gulf region. Organizations across sectors including finance, healthcare, and government are seeking AI capabilities to improve operations and service delivery. Moreover, the sovereign cloud model addresses data residency requirements that are increasingly important for enterprises in the region.
Qatar has been investing in digital infrastructure as part of its economic diversification strategy. The availability of AI-as-a-Service through local telecommunications providers supports this objective by making advanced technology accessible to businesses of various sizes. Furthermore, the Dell Ooredoo AI partnership creates a framework for ongoing collaboration in technology deployment.
Implementation Timeline
The companies stated their intention to make the AI services available through Ooredoo’s cloud platform. However, specific launch dates and pricing details were not disclosed in the announcement. The partnership will focus on delivering scalable solutions that organizations can adopt based on their specific requirements and operational needs.
