RIYADH: Saudi Aramco has inked a SR1.39 billion ($370.6 million) deal with Arabian Internet and Communications Services Co., known as solutions by stc, for a supercomputing project dedicated to exploration and production.

The one-year contract with solutions covers the deployment of advanced computing systems to support exploration and production, according to a filing on the Saudi Exchange.

The project also includes two high-performance computing systems that will work together to process large volumes of data efficiently.

The deal aligns with Aramco’s efforts to embed smart systems into its operations to boost efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.

The project further strengthens the long-standing partnership between solutions and Aramco in supporting advanced digital infrastructure for the energy sector.