du and Batelco launched a joint venture 'Arc' with a mission to simplify intra-regional connectivity in the Middle East, providing interconnected data centre solutions for carrier, cloud and content providers and major enterprise companies.
Arc minimises the complexities of regional hub connectivity through developing a single platform for developing agile network ecosystems. It offers prompt access to data networks and data centre infrastructures across the region.
In its initial phase, Arc is offering connectivity solutions to over 30 points of presence (POPs) across the Middle East, Asia and Europe, integrated with data centres in the UAE and Bahrain, in addition to bridging cross connectivity with major regional cable hubs.
Mahesh Jaishankar, CEO Designate, Arc
So far, it has been costly, complex and time-consuming to roll out applications and services across markets in the Middle East. Arc directly addresses these challenges and provides a seamless platform for cross border connectivity, similar to what we have seen in other regions around the globe.
Adel AlDaylami, Board Member of Arc and Chief Global Officer, Batelco Global
Arc supports a range of customers with an all-in-one solution that includes global points of presence, world-class data centres, multiple subsea cable systems and all major hubs across the region.
