The Sharjah Electricity, Water, and Gas Authority (Sewa) said it is engaged in discussions with “Digital Beeah”, a specialised firm in technological innovations and upcoming digital projects, affiliated with the Beeah Group, and "Safe Data Centre," a major data centre service provider in the UAE.

 

The talks, held at Sewa’s main offices, centred on initiating collaboration to deliver services in accordance with top sustainability standards to establish Sharjah's first data centre that adheres to Tier 3 standards.

 

The two discussed the importance of collaborative efforts and providing necessary services to develop a data centre that aligns with prevailing industry standards, enhanced with high-tech security systems.

 

Sewa Director-General Abdullah Abdul Rahman Al Shamsi underscored the critical role of data centres in facilitating rapid digital transformation, ensuring business continuity, and maintaining the flow of data. 

 

"We are collaborating with all entities to support digital transformation and sustainability initiatives. The authority will provide all necessary resources to equip the new data centre in Sharjah with services according to the best specifications, benefiting government and private institutions in the emirate," he stated.

 

He stressed that the new data centre in Sharjah would meet the growing demand from various institutions, whether government or private, for a secure global-level data infrastructure.

 

Beeah Group CEO Khaled Al Huraimel emphasised the necessity of ensuring communication continuity in communities and facilitating access to digital services to enhance the quality of life. 

 

"A data centre compliant with "Tier 3" standards would improve the digital infrastructure available to government bodies and private companies. The advanced IT infrastructure would boost investments, attract businesses, provide global-level services, and secure data sovereignty on a broader scale," he added.-TradeArabia News Service