CST Grants Specialized Wireless Network Provision License to Aramco Digital

The Communications, Space, and Technology Commission (CST) has granted the license to provide specialized wireless telecommunication services to Aramco Digital. This license enables the company to provide specialized services and wireless applications tailored to various sectors such as;  Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, Transportation, Tourism, Logistics, Business and others; which will therefore enable these sectors to adopt smart applications, automate operations, and enable Internet of Things (IoT) applications to connect, monitor and control, positioning Saudi Arabia as a leader in specialized communication services.

The license was presented by H.E. Dr. Mohammed Altamimi, Governor of CST, to Eng. Amin H. Nasser, CEO of Saudi Aramco, during the Future Investment Initiative Conference.

The license will create an enabling environment that supports the adoption of emerging technologies for specialized wireless networks, promote investments in digital infrastructure, and accelerate digital transformation in crucial sectors in the Kingdom.

It is worth noting that CST announced on June 6, 2024, that the Board of Directors had approved Aramco Digital's qualification to obtain the Specialized Wireless Network Provision License.