Aramco and solutions by stc are collaborating to deploy a next-generation high-performance supercomputer, as part of Aramco’s ongoing digital transformation efforts.
The initiative aims to boost Aramco’s Upstream computing capabilities in hydrocarbon discovery and recovery and will be the largest deployment of computing infrastructure in Aramco’s history. This collaboration marks a major leap in Aramco’s digital transformation, positioning the company at the forefront of computational power in the energy sector.
The new supercomputer will serve as a critical enabler for Aramco’s Upstream operations, enabling advanced seismic data processing and large-scale reservoir modeling and simulation. Designed to handle immense data volumes with high speed and precision, this powerful system will have seven times more compute capacity than is currently available for Aramco’s Upstream operations. By significantly enhancing seismic imaging and reservoir simulation capabilities, the new supercomputer aims to redefine the speed and accuracy of hydrocarbon discovery and recovery, maximize recovery rates from existing fields across Saudi Arabia, and extend field longevity.
The $372.5 million (SAR 1.4 bn) project includes the deployment of a supercomputer tailored to support both seismic interpretation and reservoir modeling activities. Leveraging advanced technologies from global leaders in high-performance computing, the project aims to provide Aramco with a competitive advantage in data-intensive Upstream operations.
The system is planned to be delivered by early 2027 and is expected to be a cornerstone of Aramco’s digital leadership in the global energy sector. solutions by stc will deploy this infrastructure and provide software support and managed services. This project showcases collaboration with solutions by stc to advance Aramco’s high-performance computing capabilities, ultimately helping to meet growing global energy demands and reinforcing the company’s position as one of the world’s most reliable energy providers.
