News DeskRiyadh, Saudi Arabia – Riyadh Air, the aspiring digitally native airline, has entered a three-year strategic agreement with Accenture (NYSE: ACN) to establish its technological foundation and capabilities. Accenture will play a key role in setting up Riyadh Air’s cloud-only infrastructure, cybersecurity measures, managed services, and operational systems as the airline prepares for its launch.
This collaboration aims to position Riyadh Air at the forefront of innovation in the aviation industry, with a vision to become the world’s first digitally native airline. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies such as cloud data and artificial intelligence, Riyadh Air intends to offer a seamless travel experience for both guests and employees. The strategic partnership will enable the airline to operate in a new era of aviation, with a core enterprise system that can scale as Riyadh Air ambitiously targets over 100 destinations by 2030.
Adam Boukadida, Chief Financial Officer of Riyadh Air, emphasized the significance of the unseen work happening behind the scenes to enhance operations and user experience. Accenture, as the strategic technology partner, will play a crucial role in delivering, securing, and operating foundational capabilities for Riyadh Air.
Emily Weiss, Senior Managing Director at Accenture and Head of its Travel practice globally, highlighted the groundbreaking nature of Riyadh Air’s launch. Weiss expressed pride in collaborating with Riyadh Air to shape the future of travel by harnessing deep industry and digital expertise.
Boukadida further underscored Accenture’s pivotal role in enabling Riyadh Air’s cloud-first strategy, ensuring a future-proof and legacy-free technology stack. The unique architecture will prioritize the highest levels of cybersecurity and automation from the airline’s inception. This strategic partnership signifies a landmark moment in the aviation industry as Riyadh Air aims to redefine air travel through technological innovation and unparalleled service.
