Monday, March 13, 2006 

Intel setup labs in Saudi Arabia

Intel Corporation now allow to research facility in Saudi Arabia announced by Dr. Khaled S. Al-Sultan, Rector of KFUPM, and Richard Wirt, Vice President and General Manager of Intel’s Software and Solutions Group.

As part of its Digital Transformation Initiative for the Middle East, the company will inaugurate the Intel Energy Competency Laboratory at the King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals (KFUPM) in Dhahran in May this year.

Located in the university’s research centre, the lab will use the latest Intel software and hardware. It will offer significant computer power for students and academic staff alike to run projects, research and development.

The Intel Engineering Excellence Program is the first initiative to be rolled out under the Intel Digital Transformation Initiative for the Middle East that will expand Intel’s economic, educational and technology-related support throughout the region.

Through the Digital Transformation program, Intel is increasing its investments in four key areas – local entrepreneurship, education, digital accessibility and specialized technical competencies. These are critical building blocks for developing new technology centres in the region.

Intel already has significant ongoing IT activities underway in the Middle East, Turkey and North Africa. The company works with local governments, educational institutions, businesses, NGOs and non-profit organizations, program developers, local businesses, and other groups and organizations to expand the use and understanding of technology.

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