Salam Telecom Awarded “Fastest Growing Telecom Brand 2024 in Saudi Arabia” at the 5th Annual Business Tabloid Awards

[PRESS RELEASE]

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, January 2025: Salam, a leading provider of telecommunications services in Saudi Arabia, has been honored as the “Fastest Growing Telecom Brand 2024 – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia” at the 5th Annual Business Tabloid Awards. The achievement underscores Salam’s continued commitment and excellence in driving digital transformation with a focus on innovation, strategic partnerships, and enhancing digital infrastructure to support Saudi Arabia’s national vision.

Salam is strategically leveraging the significant growth potential in the Kingdom’s ICT and Telecom sectors. This ambition aligns with the pivotal objectives of Vision 2030, which envisions a transformative leap in the country’s digital infrastructure and capabilities to position Saudi Arabia as a leading regional ICT hub and propel it into the ranks of the top 20 digital nations worldwide. The ICT market in Saudi Arabia is projected to grow significantly, reaching USD 54.90 billion by 2025 and is expected to continue its upward trajectory with a CAGR of 8.49%, ultimately attaining USD 82.51 billion by 2030. Additionally, the Saudi telecom market is also anticipated to experience growth, estimated to hit USD 19.04 billion in 2025 and further expand at a CAGR of 3.92%, culminating in USD 23.07 billion by 2030.

Reflecting on the company’s achievements, Ahmed Al-Anqari, CEO of Salam, said: “Being recognized as the fastest growing telecom brand for the second consecutive year is not only an honour but a testament to our commitment to being an enabler of connectivity, ICT, mobility, and managed services solutions. Every initiative we undertake is a step towards creating a seamless, integrated, and secure digital ecosystem for all. Our strategic decisions, including impactful partnerships and technological advancements, continue to propel us toward a future where every individual and enterprise in the region can thrive in a digitally inclusive society. By joining forces with Salam, businesses, and end-users alike, can unlock the full potential of digital transformation, advancing towards a future that is interconnected, secure, and abundant with opportunities..”

Over the past year, Salam has successfully implemented strategic initiatives that have significantly contributed to its market leadership and operational excellence. Through the sale of its fiber optic network assets to Telecommunications Technology Linkage Services Company (TLS), Salam has not only streamlined its operations but has also democratized access to cutting-edge infrastructure, enabling a multitude of service providers and researchers to leverage this technology. This move signifies a leap forward in operational excellence, ensuring that businesses across the Kingdom can benefit from unparalleled connectivity and reliability, essential for powering today’s digital enterprises and tomorrow’s innovations.

Moreover, in collaboration with global cybersecurity leader Yogosha, Salam has enhanced its cybersecurity measures, providing high-end offensive security solutions and penetration testing services that ensure robust and secure connectivity solutions. With the advanced offensive security solutions and penetration testing services now integral to Salam’s offer, businesses and end-users are assured of the highest security standards. This partnership empowers clients by substantially improving their security posture, effectively mitigating the evolving complexity of cyber threats in today’s digital landscape. Consequently, this elevates trust and confidence among users, reinforcing Salam’s commitment to not just innovation, but also to the protection and sustainability of digital assets.

At the forefront of regional digital transformation, Salam has forged 31 new strategic partnerships, which were unveiled at the LEAP 2024 event. These collaborations spanned vital areas such as network transformations, e-commerce, big data analytics, and AI applications, aligning with Saudi Arabia’s vision for a technologically enriched future.

It is within these partnerships, Oracle for network and infrastructure optimization, Nokia for leading-edge digital and tech solutions, and Alliance Networks for high-capacity connectivity—that the tangible benefits to the end-user become evident. These collaborations ensure that Salam’s network is not only robust but also agile enough to support e-commerce, big data analytics, AI applications, and more, aligning perfectly with Saudi Arabia’s vision for a technologically forward future. For businesses, this translates into higher efficiency, increased competitiveness, and the ability to innovate at pace.

“At Salam, we are continually striving to push the boundaries of what is possible in telecommunications. Our work with industry giants exemplifies our mission to provide unparalleled technology solutions that are not only innovative but also secure and sustainable. Salam Telecom is not just investing in partnerships, we are investing in the future – your future. These strategic collaborations are more than just names, they represent a collective commitment to driving growth, ensuring security, and fostering innovation across the board,” added Al-Anqari.

With its suite of offers designed explicitly for external carriers, Salam maintains its commitment to delivering unparalleled connectivity solutions backed by agility and robust service level agreements (SLAs). As Salam continues to expand its network capabilities, it remains the ultimate partner in driving future digital infrastructures, powering connectivity, ICT, mobility, and managed service solutions across the MENA region.

To potential partners and clients who are eyeing a future where technology paves the way for growth, Salam offers an opportunity to leverage its technological advancements, strategic foresight, and partnerships to elevate your operations, secure your digital presence, and expand your horizons in the MENA region and beyond. Connect with Salam today to explore how to transform challenges into opportunities.

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