Moro Hub, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), has entered into a partnership with Thales, a global leader in advanced technologies within the domains of security and digital identity, that will lead to a wide range of cutting-edge solutions to strengthen the digital infrastructures in the region and to ensure data protection and security.
The partnership was signed in the presence of Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), and Patrice Caine, Chairman and CEO of Thales on the sidelines of Dubai Airshow 2023.
“Given the rapid expansion of digital connectivity, protecting the critical infrastructure of organisations and companies has become of utmost importance. Our alliance with Thales underscores our shared commitment to enhancing cyber defence capabilities through utilisation of Moro’s advanced technological solutions and Thales’ industry-leading expertise. Our goal is to position Dubai as a global hub for advanced cybersecurity solutions,” said Al Tayer.
Marwan Bin Haidar, Vice Chairman Group CEO of Digital DEWA, who signed the agreement, added: “At Moro Hub, we have always been committed to safeguarding the security of digital assets in an ever-evolving digital landscape. Our collaboration with Thales reflects our dedication towards delivering transformative, state-of-the-art solutions that meet the increasingly complex security demands of modern businesses and organisations. By combining our expertise with Thales’ global leadership, we are confident to set new standards in digital security, ensuring a robust and resilient foundation for the digital future.”
Moro Hub will provide public and private enterprises with a suite of cybersecurity services including the implementation of a physical security platform to enhance physical security measures by integrating cutting-edge technologies and sophisticated surveillance mechanisms.
Additionally, the partnership will provide specialised IT/OT cyber consulting services to bridge the gap between Information Technology (IT) and Operational Technology (OT), as well as implement data protection and security solutions to safeguard critical data from breaches and unauthorised access.
The partnership will also offer detect and respond services, equipped with advanced threat monitoring systems to proactively identify and neutralise potential security breaches swiftly.
Elias Merrawe, Vice-President, Civil Business of Thales in the Middle East, said: “At Thales, we are driven by the pursuit of innovation. We are constantly striving to create a safer world through cutting-edge technology solutions. Our collaboration with Moro Hub underscores our commitment to delivering comprehensive security services, thereby building trust and resilience in an increasingly interconnected digital ecosystem.”
Thales works alongside organisations to help them meet their security and cybersecurity needs, regardless of their field of activity, the level of confidentiality of their data or any country-specific regulatory requirements, and to deliver security solutions.
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