Muscat, Oman

Ooredoo is excited to be teaming up with Dhofar University and ZTE to launch the Joint ICT Innovation Lab at Dhofar University. This pioneering collaboration is all about boosting digital innovation and education in Oman. The three organisations aim to spark technological creativity, enhance educational opportunities, and equip the Sultanate’s workforce for a bright future.
This new, cutting-edge facility, will be a vibrant hub for ICT research, learning, and collaboration. Combining ZTE’s global expertise, Dhofar University’s academic strengths, and Ooredoo’s telecommunications leadership, the lab will offer students, faculty, and professionals access to premium resources and advanced training programs.
The ICT Innovation Lab aims to revolutionise Oman’s digital future by driving progress and innovation. It plans to equip students, faculty, and Ooredoo employees with advanced ICT skills and certifications, preparing them to excel in a rapidly changing tech landscape. The lab also envisions creating opportunities for global learning, empowering local talent to compete and thrive on an international level. By prioritising research and development, it seeks to combine diverse expertise to develop practical ICT solutions that address industry challenges and contribute to the community’s growth.
This partnership highlights Ooredoo’s role in advancing digital transformation in Oman by harnessing collaborative expertise to elevate education, develop critical ICT skills, and drive community empowerment. By creating this research and hands-on learning platform, the lab will inspire the next generation of Omani innovators, giving them the tools and global exposure needed to thrive in a competitive, technology-driven world.