NourNet
NourNet is a Riyadh-based, full-stack digital transformation enabler serving 1,500+ public- and private-sector clients across Saudi Arabia through managed IT services, Tier 3 data centers, multi-cloud, cybersecurity, connectivity, collaboration, and a sovereign AI inference platform.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1998
- HeadquartersRiyadh, Saudi Arabia
- Headcount251–500
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What NourNet does
NourNet is a Riyadh-headquartered digital transformation enabler and managed services provider founded in 1998 as one of Saudi Arabia's first ISPs. The company has evolved into a full-stack ICT services firm serving more than 1,500 public- and private-sector clients across 30+ Saudi cities, with a portfolio spanning managed IT services, three carrier-neutral Tier 3 data centers (450 racks in Riyadh and 100 racks in Dammam), proprietary and multi-cloud delivery (NourNet Cloud plus Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Oracle), enterprise connectivity (SD-WAN, VPN, Direct Connect), a comprehensive cybersecurity practice including an NCA-licensed Tier 2 Managed Security Operations Center, collaboration services, and a sovereign AI inference platform launched in partnership with OmniOps in September 2025. The company also operates the eservices.nour.net.sa portal for Saudi .sa domain registration, DNS, web hosting, and email services for SMB and individual customers.
NourNet makes money primarily through recurring subscription and managed services contracts: rack and co-location rentals in its owned data centers, multi-year managed infrastructure and network service agreements, monthly or annual cybersecurity subscriptions (SOC-as-a-Service, endpoint, WAF, DLP, PDPL compliance), cloud consumption and seat-based resale of Microsoft 365, Azure, AWS, and Oracle Cloud, and recurring telecommunications and collaboration services. Pricing is predominantly quote-based for enterprise and government contracts, with publicly listed fees only for .sa domain registration (SAR 95–99 per year with multi-year discounts up to 20% for 10-year commitments). The go-to-market combines direct enterprise field sales targeting government and large enterprise accounts, framework-agreement procurement (e.g., the Spending Efficiency Forum government cloud framework), an online self-serve portal for SMB domain customers, and co-sell motions through a dense network of technology partnerships with Cisco, Fortinet, Splunk, Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, HPE, Nutanix, OpenText, ServiceNow, and others.
The company has accumulated a rare set of Saudi-specific regulatory authorizations — NCA Tier 2 MSOC license (one of eight in the Kingdom), CST Advanced Data Center certification, CITC/CST Class B Cloud Service Provider registration, SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001/20000-1/9001, PCI-DSS, DCOS-3 (first in the Middle East), and ANSI/TIA-942 Rated-3 — collectively forming a significant compliance-based barrier to entry. NourNet has been majority-owned by Investcorp since October 2022 and is led by CEO Amjad Abdel Hafez.
NourNet firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- NourNet
- Legal name
- NourNet
- Website
- https://nour.net.sa
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1998
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 251–500 employees
- Short description
- NourNet is a Riyadh-based, full-stack digital transformation enabler serving 1,500+ public- and private-sector clients across Saudi Arabia through managed IT services, Tier 3 data centers, multi-cloud, cybersecurity, connectivity, collaboration, and a sovereign AI inference platform.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
NourNet industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Managed IT and Cloud Services
- NAICS
- Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (518), Computer Facilities Management Services (541513)
- SIC
- Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370), Services-Computer Rental & Leasing (7377)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Data Center Operations & Managed Services (Remote Hands, NOC/SOC) (HDABANAA)
- akta.pro secondary industries
- Service Desk & ITSM Outsourcing (BPAEAMAF), High Availability & Failover Architecture Services (BPAEALAE), IT Procurement & Sourcing Services (Hardware/Software) (BPAEAOAG)
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Where NourNet is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Riyadh
- HQ country
- Saudi Arabia
- HQ region
- Middle East
Offices5 records
Markets served
NourNet business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Infrastructure, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Managed Services: Ongoing managed services covering infrastructure (servers, storage, databases, SAP Basis, ITSM), networking (LAN, WAN, firewall, WiFi, voice), and resource augmentation. Revenue is recurring, subscription-style based on service scope and tier.
- Data Center (Co-Location & Hosting): Tier 3 co-location, shared/dedicated racks, private cages, and business continuity/remote hands services from three data centers. Revenue is recurring (rack space rental) with some one-time setup fees.
- Cloud Services: Proprietary NourNet Cloud (IaaS, PaaS, BaaS, DRaaS, EaaS, Web Hosting) plus resale/integration of Microsoft 365, Azure, AWS, and Oracle Cloud. Mix of subscription and consumption-based billing.
- Connectivity / ISP Services: Internet service provision, SD-WAN, Remote Access VPN, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute, and AWS Direct Connect in KSA. Revenue is recurring based on bandwidth tiers and service level agreements.
- Cyber Security Services: SOC as a Service, GRC, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, red teaming, WAF, DDoS protection, endpoint security, DLP, email security, SOAR, UEBA, and PDPL compliance services. Delivered as managed services (subscription/recurring) or project-based engagements.
- Saudi Domain Registration: Registration and transfer of .sa and related Saudi domain TLDs (.com.sa, .net.sa, .org.sa, .edu.sa, .sch.sa, .pub.sa, .med.sa, .السعودية). Revenue is annual per-domain registration fees.
- Collaboration Services: IP telephony, audio/video conferencing, Cisco Webex Teams, unified communications, meeting room solutions, digital event management. Revenue is recurring service fees, often bundled with managed services.
- Emerging Technologies (AI & Data Analytics): AI strategy, model building, and data analytics services, including the NourNet AI Platform (inference-as-a-service). Revenue model may include project-based professional services plus subscription-based platform access.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription | Annual | Transfer a .sa domain to NourNet |
| Subscription | Annual | Register a new Saudi domain name |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | 3-Year Saudi Domain Registration or Transfer |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | 5-Year Saudi Domain Registration or Transfer |
| Subscription | Multi-year contract | 10-Year Saudi Domain Registration or Transfer |
| Subscription | Annual | Managed Services — Infrastructure & Network |
| Subscription | Annual | Data Center — Co-location (Tier 3) |
| Hybrid | Pay-as-you-go | Cloud Services (NourNet Cloud + AWS + Azure + Oracle) |
| Subscription | Annual | Cyber Security — SOC as a Service, WAF, DDoS, Endpoint, DLP, PDPL Compliance |
| Subscription | Annual | DNS Hosting (Bundled with .sa Domain) |
| Subscription | Annual | Web Hosting (Bundled with .sa Domain) |
| Subscription | Annual | Email as a Service and Email Security as a Service (Bundled with .sa Domain) |
Go-to-market motion3 records
Distribution channels5 records
Marketing channels8 records
NourNet product offering
Product offeringCore offering
NourNet delivers managed IT services, carrier-neutral Tier-3 data center colocation, proprietary cloud (IaaS/PaaS/BaaS/DRaaS/EaaS), enterprise connectivity, cybersecurity (SOC-as-a-Service and full suite), collaboration tools, Saudi .sa domain registration, and emerging technology services including its sovereign NourNet AI Platform. Customers are primarily government and enterprise organizations in Saudi Arabia requiring local data sovereignty and integrated ICT delivery from a single vendor.
Product overview
NourNet is a Saudi-based digital transformation enabler offering a broad ICT services portfolio organized around seven core pillars: Managed Services (infrastructure, network, and voice), Tier-3 Data Centers (Riyadh and Dammam facilities with carrier-neutral colocation), Cloud (NourNet Cloud plus Microsoft Azure, AWS, and Oracle Cloud reselling/partnerships), Connectivity (internet, VPN, SD-WAN, Direct Connect, ExpressRoute), Cybersecurity (SOC, SIEM, SOAR, endpoint, WAF, DLP, PDPL compliance), Collaboration (video conferencing, IP telephony, Webex Teams, digital events), and Emerging Technologies (NourNet AI Platform — Powered by Bunyan for inference-as-a-Service with LLM hosting, chatbot, RAG, and agentic workflows; plus Data Analytics Services). The company also offers Saudi .sa domain registration. NourNet positions itself as a vendor-neutral, customer-centric provider managing 3 carrier-neutral data centers and serving 1,500+ clients across Saudi Arabia.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- NourNet Cloud: NourNet's proprietary cloud platform offering IaaS, PaaS, BaaS, DRaaS, EaaS, and web hosting services.
Products and services
- NourNet AI Platform (Powered by Bunyan) Saudi Arabia's first sovereign AI inference platform offering LLM hosting and fine-tuning, chatbot engines, agentic workflows, RAG capabilities, and API-based model deployment for text, voice, and vision AI workloads. Built in partnership with OmniOps to ensure local data residency and regulatory compliance.
- Data Analytics Services Managed data analytics service transforming raw data into actionable intelligence through custom dashboards (Tableau, Power BI), predictive analytics, data management and compliance, market insights, and 24/7 global service desk support.
- Artificial Intelligence Services End-to-end AI services including strategy definition, data science, ML model building, and operational deployment, designed to align data science capabilities with enterprise needs for decision-making and operational efficiency.
- Managed Services Comprehensive managed IT services covering infrastructure (server support, storage, backup, database, SAP Basis, ITSM), networking (LAN, WAN, firewall, WiFi, voice), and resource augmentation.
- Data Center (Tier-3 Colocation) Carrier-neutral Tier-3 data center north of Riyadh with 4,500 sqm floor space, 450 rack capacity, serving thousands of public and private sector clients. NourNet operates 3 data centers across Saudi Arabia including a Dammam facility (210 sqm, 100 racks, 200 kW) with ANSI/TIA-942-C Rated-3 certification.
- NourNet Cloud Proprietary cloud platform offering IaaS, PaaS, BaaS, DRaaS, EaaS, and web hosting services with local infrastructure within Saudi Arabia.
- Microsoft Cloud Services Reseller and managed services for Microsoft cloud products including Office 365, Microsoft 365, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Azure, and Microsoft Exchange.
- AWS Cloud Services AWS Select Consulting Partner providing cloud migration, cost optimization, security and compliance, and cloud environment design services for workloads deployed on AWS.
- Oracle Cloud Services Managed Oracle cloud services enabling enterprise customers to deploy and manage Oracle cloud workloads.
- Managed SD-WAN (Cisco) Managed SD-WAN service powered by Cisco Viptela and Meraki platforms, providing multi-cloud connectivity, zero-touch provisioning, integrated security, and network performance visibility across dedicated internet, MPLS, LTE, and 5G transports.
- Connectivity Services Carrier-neutral IP network services including internet, remote access VPN, SD-WAN, AWS Direct Connect, and Microsoft ExpressRoute for enterprise connectivity across Saudi Arabia.
- SOC as a Service Security Operations Center as a Service providing proactive threat monitoring, incident detection, and rapid response. NourNet holds a Tier-2 MSOC license from the Saudi National Cybersecurity Authority (NCA).
- Cybersecurity Suite Full cybersecurity portfolio covering threat detection and response (SOAR, DFIR, endpoint security), cloud security (WAF, DDoS protection, SWG, cloud sandboxing), data security (UEBA, MDM, DLP, email security, PDPL compliance), and zero trust (MFA).
- Screen Watermarking as a Service Managed screen-level data protection service that displays dynamic watermarks (username, IP address, timestamp) on screens to deter data leakage. Supports Windows, macOS, and Linux with policy-based controls; available as a fully managed offering hosted locally in Saudi Arabia in partnership with DATAPATROL.
- Video Conferencing Video conferencing services using Cisco Webex, Microsoft Teams, Arkadin, GoToMeeting, and Pexip platforms, supporting scalable virtual meetings with HD video, screen sharing, file sharing, and mobile access.
- Cisco Webex Teams Unified communications and collaboration platform providing team messaging, video meetings, file sharing, and digital whiteboard capabilities for secure team collaboration.
- Saudi Domain Registration (.sa) Domain registration and management for Saudi TLDs (.sa, .com.sa, .net.sa, .org.sa, .edu.sa, .sch.sa, .pub.sa, .med.sa, .gov.sa, and others) including DNS hosting, bundled with web hosting and email services.
Quantifiable outcome
- 99.982% uptime (Tier 3 data center standard)
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Companies that use NourNet
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
NourNet technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
AI capability9 records
Feature6 records
NourNet partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.
- ServiceNowcoreNourNet announced a strategic partnership with ServiceNow (with EnableNow as execution partner) to deliver AI-powered workflow automation solutions across IT service management, cloud computing, and enterprise operations to institutions in Saudi Arabia.
- OpenTextcoreNourNet was recognized as an OpenText Business Gold Partner in the MEA region, delivering enterprise information management solutions including content management, process automation, and information governance through NourNet's Tier-3 local infrastructure and 360° Managed Services ecosystem.
- OmniOpsflagshipNourNet and OmniOps entered a strategic partnership to deliver AI and data analytics solutions hosted locally in Saudi Arabia. The partnership combines OmniOps' AI infrastructure expertise with NourNet's local data center and managed services, providing sovereign AI inference, agentic AI for text/voice/vision, model hosting and fine-tuning, chatbot engines, and RAG capabilities. This partnership launched Saudi Arabia's first sovereign AI platform.
- SplunkcoreNourNet achieved Splunk Premier Partner status, providing SIEM, SOAR, observability, and cybersecurity solutions. The partnership enables real-time threat monitoring, automated incident response, and advanced analytics for enterprise and government clients in Saudi Arabia.
- NCA (National Cybersecurity Authority)coreNourNet obtained Tier 2 MSOC license from the NCA, making it one of eight entities in Saudi Arabia authorized to provide Level 2 Managed Security Operations Center services.
- HPE (Hewlett Packard Enterprise)coreNourNet launched next-generation cloud powered by HPE, offering comprehensive IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS services including serverless computing, blockchain, IoT, and AI workloads — extending cloud services with enterprise-grade hybrid cloud capabilities.
- CST (Communications, Space and Technology Commission)coreNourNet obtained CST certification as an Advanced Data Center and registered as a cloud service provider (Class B) with CST, enabling hosting of restricted and government data.
- KACST (King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology)coreKACST and NourNet signed a cooperation agreement to encourage internet content and data center localization through the Saudi Internet Exchange initiative, enhancing Saudi Arabia's position as a regional digital hub by supporting the development of digital infrastructure.
- NutanixcoreNourNet signed an MoU with Nutanix at GITEX to serve both public and private sector customers with next-generation cloud services. The partnership enhances NourNet's hybrid multi-cloud offerings with disaster recovery services and enterprise cloud platform capabilities.
- CiscocoreNourNet launched a managed SD-WAN service powered by Cisco (Viptela and Meraki), providing multi-cloud connectivity, integrated security, and zero-touch provisioning. Previously awarded Cisco Managed Services Partner of the Year 2021. Also distributes Cisco Webex Teams for collaboration.
- FortinetcoreNourNet received Fortinet's MSSP of the Year award in Saudi Arabia 2020. Partnership provides email security, cloud sandboxing, malware protection, content disarm and reconstruction, and advanced threat protection — all hosted within Saudi Arabia and compliant with NCA regulations.
- AWS (Amazon Web Services)coreNourNet is an AWS Select Consulting Partner since 2018, providing cloud migration, infrastructure design, engineering, deployment, and managed services for AWS workloads in Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Jordan. Services include cloud migration, cost optimization, security and compliance, and microservices/serverless architecture.
- MicrosoftcoreNourNet offers Microsoft 365, Office 365, Microsoft 365 Copilot, Microsoft Azure, and Microsoft Exchange services. Partnership enables delivery of Microsoft's productivity and cloud platforms through NourNet's local infrastructure and managed services.
- OraclecoreNourNet provides Oracle Cloud services, enabling customers to access Oracle's cloud infrastructure and platform capabilities through local integration and managed services delivery.
Scale indicators8 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights5 records
NourNet competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- solutions by stc (formerly Saudi Telecom Company ICT arm): solutions by stc is the largest Saudi cloud and managed services provider, offering similar IaaS/PaaS, cybersecurity, and data center services to government and enterprise. Directly competes with NourNet across nearly every product pillar in the KSA market.
- Center3 (stc data center subsidiary): Center3 is stc's carrier-neutral data center subsidiary operating major facilities in Saudi Arabia. Directly comparable to NourNet's Tier 3 colocation and hosting business, with significantly larger scale and telco-distribution synergies.
- Mobily (Etihad Etisalat): Mobily is a major Saudi telecom offering enterprise cloud, managed services, and connectivity solutions. Overlaps with NourNet's ISP, SD-WAN, and managed services offerings, leveraging its own network infrastructure as a distribution advantage.
- Datavolt: Datavolt is a Saudi-headquartered hyperscale data center operator serving cloud and AI workloads in the Kingdom. Competes with NourNet's Tier 3 colocation business, particularly for high-density AI and hyperscale deployments.
- Gulf Data Hub: Gulf Data Hub operates carrier-neutral data centers across the UAE and Saudi Arabia with similar Tier 3 colocation and managed hosting offerings. Direct competitor in the regional carrier-neutral DC space.
- Sahara Net Communications: Sahara Net is a Saudi managed services and cloud provider serving enterprise and government clients. Overlaps with NourNet's managed services, connectivity, and cybersecurity offerings, particularly in the Western Region.
Emerging players
- EDGNEX Data Centers (DAMAC): EDGNEX is DAMAC's data center business rapidly expanding across the Middle East including Saudi Arabia. An emerging hyperscale-focused competitor that threatens NourNet's Tier 3 mid-market positioning.
Regional players
- MDS Systems (MDS SQ): MDS is a regional IT services and solutions provider operating across the Middle East including Saudi Arabia. Comparable in managed services and systems integration, though broader geographic spread dilutes KSA focus.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
NourNet social profiles
Digital presenceNourNet compliance and trust
Trust signalCompliance19 records
NourNet financial estimates
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NourNet leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles2 records
NourNet funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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NourNet M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about NourNet
What does NourNet do?
NourNet delivers managed IT services, carrier-neutral Tier-3 data center colocation, proprietary cloud (IaaS/PaaS/BaaS/DRaaS/EaaS), enterprise connectivity, cybersecurity (SOC-as-a-Service and full suite), collaboration tools, Saudi .sa domain registration, and emerging technology services including its sovereign NourNet AI Platform. Customers are primarily government and enterprise organizations in Saudi Arabia requiring local data sovereignty and integrated ICT delivery from a single vendor.
Is NourNet a public or private company?
NourNet is a private company. It is classified as private equity controlled and is currently operating.
When was NourNet founded?
NourNet was founded in 1998. It employs 251 to 500 people.
Where is NourNet based?
NourNet is headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in the Middle East region.
How does NourNet make money?
Eight revenue lines are on record. Managed Services are the primary driver. The others are data Center (Co-Location & Hosting), cloud Services, connectivity / ISP Services, cyber Security Services, saudi Domain Registration, collaboration Services and emerging Technologies (AI & Data Analytics).
Who are NourNet's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are solutions by stc (formerly Saudi Telecom Company ICT arm), Center3 (stc data center subsidiary), Mobily (Etihad Etisalat), Datavolt, Gulf Data Hub and Sahara Net Communications. EDGNEX Data Centers (DAMAC) is listed as an emerging player. MDS Systems (MDS SQ) is listed as a regional player.
Does NourNet have an API?
No public API is recorded for NourNet.
What industry is NourNet in?
NourNet's product category is Managed IT and Cloud Services. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HDABANAA, Data Center Operations & Managed Services (Remote Hands, NOC/SOC), with a secondary code of BPAEAMAF, Service Desk & ITSM Outsourcing. Its NAICS code is 518 and its SIC code is 7370.