In the first quarter of 2025, Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, has entered into several strategic partnerships aimed at accelerating the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s digital transformation and sustainability goals. These collaborations align with Saudi Vision 2030, emphasizing innovation, sustainable development, and the advancement of the country’s knowledge economy. The partnerships also support the Kingdom’s ambitious target of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2060.
Advancing Smart Infrastructure and Digital Transformation
Schneider Electric’s collaborations focus on sectors critical to the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, with a specific emphasis on data centers, energy management, and smart infrastructure. One of the key agreements includes a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dulb Company to deploy Schneider Electric’s advanced smart energy management solutions across various sectors, particularly data centers, power distribution, and smart infrastructure. This MoU aims to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability across the Kingdom.
Additionally, Schneider Electric signed another MoU with Edarat Group to foster growth in the hyperscale data center sector. This partnership will focus on building smart, sustainable infrastructure and advancing the use of artificial intelligence to optimize operations. Furthermore, a third MoU was established with Mobily to enhance energy management and digital infrastructure solutions, further supporting Mobily’s efforts to decarbonize its data centers and improve environmental quality within these facilities.
Pioneering Energy Transition and Climate Goals
Schneider Electric is also making strides in supporting Saudi Arabia’s energy transition efforts. In partnership with ENGIE, a global energy company, Schneider Electric will contribute to accelerating the Kingdom’s transformation in energy management and consumption optimization. The partnership aims to implement innovative technological solutions to drive operational efficiency and meet global climate goals.
Strengthening Resilience in Building Management
In the building management sector, Schneider Electric has partnered with Al Ghazawi Group, which has been certified within the company’s EcoXpert network. The collaboration focuses on elevating the standards of resilience, comfort, and safety for residential and commercial buildings. This partnership is a testament to Schneider Electric’s dedication to driving energy efficiency and decarbonization across various sectors, including infrastructure, eMobility, and smart building management.
Expanding eMobility Solutions
As part of its broader efforts to enhance the Kingdom’s eMobility infrastructure, Schneider Electric signed several MoUs with prominent companies in the electric vehicle (EV) industry. In partnership with ST Engineering, a Singapore-based leader in EV charging solutions, Schneider Electric will improve EV charging systems and expand the network of charging stations across Saudi Arabia, increasing accessibility and efficiency for users. Additionally, a strategic agreement with Electromin will support the growth of EV infrastructure to meet the increasing demand for electric vehicles in the Kingdom.
Schneider Electric also signed agreements with Essam Khairy Kabbani (IKK) Group and Sara Engineering to become certified partners in the EcoXpert program, focusing on eMobility, building management solutions, and home automation. These partnerships will contribute to the advancement of sustainable technologies and practices in Saudi Arabia.
Long-Term Vision for Sustainability and Economic Growth
Mohamed Shaheen, CEO of Schneider Electric Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Yemen, and Bahrain, emphasized the company’s dedication to supporting the Kingdom’s sustainability goals. “Over more than 40 years in the Saudi market, Schneider Electric has successfully expanded its customer network to exceed 8,000 clients from the public and private sectors. Throughout this time, we have shared a common vision and goal: to support the Kingdom’s journey towards a sustainable future and to further embed innovation and digital transformation,” he said. He highlighted that these partnerships are instrumental in supporting the growth of vital sectors like energy, transportation, infrastructure, and smart buildings, all of which are central to Saudi Vision 2030.
Looking Ahead: A Sustainable and Digital Future for Saudi Arabia
Schneider Electric’s first-quarter achievements in 2025 highlight the company’s unwavering commitment to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030. Through strategic partnerships and investments in digital infrastructure, energy management, and sustainability, Schneider Electric is playing a pivotal role in shaping a smarter, more sustainable future for the Kingdom.
These partnerships underscore the importance of collaboration in achieving long-term goals and advancing the Kingdom’s digital and sustainability transformation. By aligning with Saudi Arabia’s ambitions and leveraging its expertise in cutting-edge technology, Schneider Electric is poised to continue driving innovation and contributing to the realization of a sustainable, digitally advanced Saudi Arabia.
