Riyadh — Saudi Aramco has partnered with solutions by stc to develop a next-generation high-performance supercomputer, marking a major step in the Kingdom’s push to digitize its energy sector.
Valued at SAR1.4 billion ($372.5 million), the project is the largest computing infrastructure deployment in Aramco’s history and forms a key pillar of its broader digital transformation strategy.
The system is designed to significantly enhance upstream operations, enabling faster and more precise seismic data processing, as well as large-scale reservoir modelling and simulation. Once operational, the supercomputer is expected to deliver up to seven times the current computing capacity used in Aramco’s exploration and production activities.
By processing vast volumes of geological and operational data at high speed, the platform aims to improve seismic imaging accuracy, optimise reservoir performance and boost hydrocarbon recovery rates. It is also expected to help maximise output from existing oil fields while extending their productive lifespan.
Abdul Hameed A. Al-Dughaither, Executive Vice President of EXPEC & Drilling at Aramco, described the initiative as a milestone in the company’s digital evolution, noting it will “set a new standard in computational excellence” while supporting efforts to unlock new reserves and enhance operational efficiency.
Omer Alnomany, CEO of solutions by stc, said the collaboration aligns with wider ambitions to accelerate digital transformation across Saudi Arabia’s energy landscape.
The project will incorporate advanced technologies from global high-performance computing providers, strengthening Aramco’s capabilities in data-intensive upstream operations.
Delivery of the supercomputer is scheduled for early 2027, with solutions by stc overseeing infrastructure deployment, software integration and ongoing managed services.
The initiative underscores Aramco’s continued investment in advanced digital tools as it seeks to maintain competitiveness and meet rising global energy demand.
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