Saudi Entertainment Ventures (SEVEN), a wholly owned Public Investment Fund (PIF) entity, has teamed up with TAWAL, a leading Saudi telecom and IT infrastructure company, to establish neutral digital infrastructure across all SEVEN entertainment destinations in Saudi Arabia.
The partnership was formalized during the LEAP Conference by Abdulrahman Al-Ali, Chief Information Technology Officer at SEVEN, and Eng. Mohammed Al-Haqbani, CEO of TAWAL, in the presence of senior executives from both organizations.
The agreement centers on developing the internal and external infrastructure for SEVEN’s 21 entertainment destinations across Saudi Arabia. This includes the design, management, operation, and maintenance of a neutral infrastructure compatible with all telecom operators.
The infrastructure will feature indoor coverage systems (IBS), multi-band antenna distribution systems, and neutral communication towers at SEVEN destinations.
Designed with flexibility and future scalability, the infrastructure will elevate the capabilities of 4G and 5G networks, support the Internet of Things (IoT), and enable cutting-edge ICT services, providing an enhanced digital experience to visitors while offering seamless connectivity and enriched digital engagement.
Eng. Mohammed Al-Hakbani CEO – TAWAL
“We are honored by the trust placed in us to contribute to this critical project, aimed at delivering unparalleled entertainment experiences that reflect the Kingdom’s ambitions to lead in this field. Together with our partners at SEVEN, we will develop advanced digital infrastructure built on the highest standards of quality and reliability, ensuring an outstanding digital experience that enhances the visitor journey across SEVEN’s entertainment destinations.”
Abdulrahman Al-Ali, Chief Information Officer at SEVEN, commented that, “This partnership marks a significant step in advancing the digital infrastructure of our entertainment destinations, enabling exceptional and seamless experiences for our visitors. At SEVEN, we are committed to integrating advanced technology into our destinations, and the LEAP Conference provided the ideal platform to announce this partnership, which reflects our dedication to innovation and digital transformation within the entertainment sector.”
By developing and operating 21 entertainment destinations in 14 cities around the Kingdom with investments of more than $13.33 billion (SAR 50 billion), SEVEN aims to transform entertainment sector in the Kingdom.
These destinations will feature world-class, innovative, and unique experiences, alongside strategic global partnerships in the entertainment sector.
Meanwhile, TAWAL focuses on establishing and managing a participatory ICT infrastructure. The company has an impressive portfolio of telecom towers, comprising over 21,000 communication towers, and its operations span many countries in the Asian and European continents, adhering to the highest industry standards.
