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Feb 19, 2026
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Oman Data Park and ZainTECH Partner to Strengthen National Cybersecurity
NewDecoded
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Oman Data Park and ZainTECH have officially signed a strategic partnership to enhance cybersecurity capabilities for government and enterprise sectors across the Sultanate. Announced in Muscat, the collaboration integrates ODP's locally hosted cloud infrastructure with ZainTECH's regional security expertise. This alliance aims to provide organizations with the tools necessary to protect critical data and operations in an increasingly complex threat environment.
The partners plan to deliver a broad suite of services, including managed security operations, identity management, and cloud security. These offerings are specifically designed to help clients meet national data residency and regulatory compliance requirements. By keeping data within the borders of Oman, the partnership addresses sovereign concerns while offering high-level technical protection.
"Cybersecurity is a critical pillar of digital trust and national digital transformation," stated Eng. Aladdin Baitfadhil, Chairman of Oman Data Park. This sentiment was echoed by ZainTECH CEO Andrew Hanna, who noted that the partnership helps organizations innovate and grow with confidence. Together, they are focusing on building operational resilience for highly regulated industries like finance and government. Beyond immediate service delivery, the agreement includes a commitment to joint innovation and local talent development. Specialized training programs will be launched to strengthen the cybersecurity workforce in Oman. This long-term investment supports the broader objectives of Oman Vision 2040 by fostering a secure and skilled digital economy. The collaboration marks a significant step for the ICT market in the region, merging infrastructure sovereignty with sophisticated service delivery. As digital transformation accelerates, ODP and ZainTECH are positioning themselves as the primary providers for secure digital growth. This proactive approach ensures that the Sultanate's digital ecosystem remains trusted and resilient for years to come.
This partnership resolves the "Sovereignty versus Capability" dilemma for Omani enterprises. While global hyperscalers often lead in technology, local regulations regarding data residency frequently prevent their use for sensitive government or financial workloads. By positioning ODP as the secure host and ZainTECH as the technical engine, this partnership creates a competitive turnkey solution. It effectively bridges the gap between local compliance and international security standards, potentially establishing Oman as a secure data hub for the broader region.
