Q&A with Hakan Ozdemir, CEO of Siemens in Qatar and CEO of Siemens Smart Infrastructure – Middle East

What achievements and milestones define Siemens' journey in Qatar?

Since establishing our office in Qatar in 1970, Siemens has been a pioneering force, delivering innovative technological offerings to public and private sectors. A key achievement is the implementation of the first tram system in Qatar Foundation. This initiative advances sustainable urban mobility, featuring an 11.5km route with 24 stations and 19 Avenio trams, totaling 1,216 seats.

How is Siemens actively contributing to digital innovation in Qatar?

Siemens leverages its expertise and technological offerings to propel the nation towards a smarter and more sustainable future. We developed a groundbreaking crowd management digital twin platform in collaboration with TASMU Smart Qatar. This partnership, alongside key stakeholders like Ooredoo, Mowasalat and Microsoft, fosters cross-sector collaboration, optimising operations and enhancing customer experiences.

How is Siemens nurturing local talent?

By forging strategic partnerships, we create opportunities for individuals to acquire necessary skills to excel in emerging fields such as the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). We also offer internship opportunities to nurture future leaders in technology and innovation.

Which opportunities in Qatar are particularly compelling?

The government's substantial investments in technology set the stage for transformative projects. We see potential in Qatar's sustainable infrastructure development, with Smart Infrastructure solutions contributing to areas such as smart grids. Moreover, Qatar's increasing digitalisation underscores the need for cybersecurity solutions, where Siemens expertise in Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity addresses the protection of industrial control systems and critical infrastructure.

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