NEOM Digital aimed to establish itself as a leading regional digital services hub, supporting NEOM’s broader ambition to become the world’s foremost cognitive technology ecosystem by 2030. To enable this vision, NEOM required strategic support to refine its digital infrastructure approach and secure joint venture partners capable of contributing to a long-term revenue portfolio.
The challenge
NEOM needed a clear, scalable digital infrastructure strategy and a structured process to identify, assess, and engage high-value joint venture partners capable of supporting major investment and development goals.
Project outline
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Reviewed, validated, and expanded NEOM Infra HoldCo’s corporate strategy.
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Designed a corporate development plan to guide execution of digital initiatives.
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Developed a partnering strategy to identify and recommend potential joint venture partners.
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Supported NEOM through partner search, engagement, and negotiation processes.
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Provided ongoing advisory input for infrastructure planning and connectivity-focused development.
Our impact
The project equipped NEOM with a strengthened digital infrastructure roadmap and a structured partner engagement process, enabling more informed decision-making, improved alignment across digital initiatives, and enhanced readiness for large-scale joint venture development.
Duration of engagement: June 2021 – November 2021