HP’s to open project implementation office at SmartCity

“As the world’s largest technology firm, HP has been leading the industry trends of cloud computing and green technologies,” the company said in a statement. “Today’s announcement showcases the firm’s effort to serve the region more closely with their new innovative solutions.”

“Leading the cloud computing era, HP will be offering the hybrid cloud services for SmartCity Malta and its Business Partners to balance the affordability and flexibility found in the public cloud and the security and confidentiality assured by the private cloud models. SmartCity Malta Business Partners will enjoy secure yet very cost effective cloud services.”

“In recent years, Malta has been the rising destination for technology firms to serve the EU and North African markets, and SmartCity Malta, the region’s greatest technology township, is a focal part of the country’s vision to be the regional excellence centre toward the knowledge-based economy. The joining of the technology giant marks a significant step toward the joint vision,” the company added.

“Smart City and Malta are an ideal choice for a technology company like HP. HP’s capabilities to empower business and governments to reach more customers and create Instant-On experience is especially important in an area where communication across continents is demanded”, said Franz Scherz, Managing Director for HP CDG.

SmartCity Malta CEO Fareed Abdulrahman added that “SmartCity Malta welcomes HP. It is the ideal business partner as SmartCity Malta offers the best in terms of quality, connectivity and access to key markets. Also the growth potential in Malta, the Mediterranean region and in North Africa makes SmartCity Malta a very strategic location for a company like HP”.