Saudi industry set for connectivity boost with Aramco Digital rollout

Aramco Digital, the digital and technology arm of Saudi Aramco, is preparing to launch Saudi Arabia’s national industrial communications network, designed to deliver secure and highly reliable connectivity for critical operations across the Kingdom.

The network will operate in the 450 MHz band and is intended to serve sectors that depend on continuous operations and dependable communications to manage essential assets and facilities. The nationwide platform is designed to provide resilient, industrial-grade connectivity suited to demanding operational environments.

As part of the rollout, Aramco Digital will introduce a portfolio of industrial digital solutions built on the 450 MHz network. This will include tailored connectivity packages for a range of sectors, as well as a new generation of smart radios developed specifically for industrial use.

The smart radios combine rugged, industrial-grade design with advanced capabilities such as artificial intelligence, enhanced sensing technologies and real-time data processing at the device level. Improved energy efficiency is expected to extend battery life, supporting use in remote locations and complex operating conditions. Aramco Digital said these features will help improve operational accuracy, reliability and continuity.

Industrial IoT drives operational efficiency

The network will enable a wide range of Industrial Internet of Things applications, including asset condition and performance monitoring, fleet and equipment tracking, air quality and environmental sensing, smart video surveillance, smart metering, lighting and infrastructure control, as well as industrial mobility and fleet management solutions. These capabilities are expected to enhance operational transparency, support automation and improve efficiency across both industrial and service sectors.

Aramco Digital said the new network is intended to underpin the Kingdom’s next phase of industrial development by providing a highly reliable national communications backbone. The platform is expected to support the deployment of advanced automation, intelligent systems and digital services in vital sectors that require secure, always-on connectivity.

The initiative supports the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to strengthen industrial competitiveness, accelerate digital transformation and support economic diversification. Aramco Digital said the network will play a role in enabling secure and scalable connectivity for critical infrastructure as Saudi Arabia continues to expand its industrial and digital capabilities.