The collaboration will contribute to advancing smart city initiatives by using digitalization to create future-viable, self-optimizing, sustainable urban communities where people love to live, work, and learn.
Moro Hub and Siemens have announced an expansion of their partnership to enhance operational technology (OT) security and smart city services. By joining forces with Siemens, Moro Hub aims to ensure the reliability and security of its operations through advanced solutions designed to safeguard critical infrastructure and minimize risks.
“Our aim is to accelerate a sustainable digital future that enable digital transformation agenda through world class ICT resources. We action this through a blend of global network of partners and advanced technologies. Thus, our partnership with Siemens is an effort to support the Dubai 10X initiative, to position Dubai 10 years ahead of other global cities. We enable businesses to unlock their potential and are confident that this association with Siemens, who also share our same vision of driving digital sustainability, will pave way for a more sustainable and prosperous future for generations to come,” said Eng. Marwan Bin Haidar, Vice Chairman and Group CEO, Digital DEWA.
The collaboration will focus on leveraging Siemens’ RUGGEDCOM Cybersecurity Solutions, a comprehensive suite of hardware, software, and services tailored to identify, protect, detect, and manage cyber threats to industrial control systems. The RUGGEDCOM Cybersecurity Solutions comprise a comprehensive suite of components customised to strengthen critical infrastructure against cyber threats.
“We are thrilled to collaborate closer with Moro Hub, contributing to its mission to accelerate digital transformation in the UAE. By deploying Siemens RUGGEDCOM, which sets the standard for reliable communications in harsh environments, and enhancing Moro Hub’s cybersecurity capabilities, this agreement positions Moro as the global benchmark for secure and reliable critical infrastructure, making cities more sustainable and connected,” said Helmut von Struve – CEO of Siemens in the Middle East.
“This collaboration will uplift the existing (OT) security and advance the quality of smart city services we offer. By teaming up with Siemens, we are aiming to harness the power of technology with our esteemed partners, we are crafting a future where every facet of urban life will be elevated to new heights, with utmost security and sustainability,” said Mohammed bin Sulaiman, CEO, Moro Hub.
Through this partnership, Moro Hub and Siemens aim to strengthen OT security measures across various sectors, including energy, transportation, manufacturing, and utilities.