World Wide Technology (WWT) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with NXT Global to build and deliver the UAE’s first AI Integration Center.
This one-of-a-kind Integration Center will support the UAE in becoming a virtual and physical exporter of plug-and-play cutting-edge AI infrastructure to the world, made in Abu Dhabi. The strategic partnership will be known in region as WWT NXT Global.
Located in Masdar City, one of the world’s most sustainable urban developments and Abu Dhabi’s burgeoning technology district, the new AI Integration Center and AI Proving Ground will be the world’s first sustainable of its kind. It will push the envelope of AI and deliver on the UAE’s existing AI capabilities to include the full stack of technological leadership to build the UAE’s economy of the future. The AI Integration Center and AI Proving Ground will be in full alignment with the recently created Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Technology Council chaired by His Highness Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
WWT NXT Global will become a part of the four million plus square feet of physical warehouse and integration space of WWT’s global ecosystem, which spans multiple continents. It provides critical AI infrastructure services to 80 of the Fortune 100 delivering state-of-the-art Nvidia, AMD, HPE, Intel, Cisco, Dell and other leading US OEM solutions and is the tech and AI Proving Ground for the world’s leading Hyperscalers.
At the Masdar City facility, WWT NXT Global will design, build, integrate and deliver end-to-end full stack cutting-edge AI technology stacks utilising WWT’s ecosystem of the globally leading US strategic OEMs in AI, Cyber Security, IT Infrastructure and Networks. It will act as a catalyst of empowering the UAE to increase AI deployment by up to 75% while decreasing AI engineering cost by up to 50%. This will elevate the UAE’s flagship AI programmes and key strategic initiatives to new levels, supporting Emirates-made production and a local knowledge-based economy. WWT NXT Global will cement Abu Dhabi and the UAE’s current global AI leadership position. It will also provide the backdrop to be a leader and pioneer of AI in the future ensuring Abu Dhabi will be the global top AI destination.
This strategic move underscores WWT NXT Global’s commitment to supporting Abu Dhabi and the UAE’s ambitious AI initiatives and vision for technological advancement. By embedding world-leading subject matter expertise and ecosystem, a local Center of Excellence and Knowledge for global leading End-to-End AI Infrastructure will be created. It will provide state-of-the-art solutions and services to enhance the capabilities of local economy and global leaders.
Key objectives of the WWT NXT Global Integration Center:
“We are thrilled to launch our AI Integration Center here in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi,” said H.E. Nasser Ahmed Khalifa Ahmed Al Sowaidi, Chair of NXT Global. “Our goal is to support the UAE’s vision of becoming a global leader and net exporter of AI by providing the infrastructure, expertise and innovative solutions needed to drive significant advancements.
“The Center will also serve as a hub for research and development, promoting collaboration with local universities, government agencies, and private enterprises to spearhead AI innovation. WWT NXT Global is dedicated to contributing to the UAE’s goal of creating a knowledge-based economy that is resilient, diversified, and future-ready.”
Omar Mir International Board Member WWT, said: “Firstly, I am especially delighted to be building our new Integration Center in Masdar City making it the most sustainable Integration Center globally. Secondly, I am confident that our partnership with NXT Global will elevate the bold AI ambitions of Abu Dhabi and the UAE and we are proud that we will play a part in changing the world and striving for excellence in AI.”
Ambassador of the UAE to the US, H.E. Yousef Al Otaiba, added: “I am delighted with the creation of WWT NXT Global, which ensures that there is a continuous flow of AI Innovation from End-to-End between the US and the UAE. Together with the recent Microsoft and G42 announcement, this adds another key pillar of a new and improved partnership between both of our countries.”
Mohamed Al Breiki, Masdar City’s Executive Director for Sustainable Development, said: “By choosing Masdar City as their base, both WWT and NXT Global underscore our mission to foster collaborative ecosystems that drive innovation and support the growth of the UAE’s AI industry. With state-of-the-art facilities, advanced research opportunities and a vibrant community of innovators, Masdar City is at the forefront of sustainable growth and we are proud of attracting such forward-thinking enterprises.”