Dicode in partnership with InfraX, the ICT arm of Digital DEWA, is launching an end-to-end solution for gas companies across the UAE to support the upgrade of their current analogue meters into smart infrastructure, in line with the vision of Dubai to be the world’s digital capital.
InfraX, which operates and delivers high-performance network infrastructure solutions across the UAE, has entered into an agreement with Dicode to provide LoRaWAN (Long Range Wide Area Network) across the UAE.
Dicode is launching the solution under a PaaS (Platform as a Service) model, which includes an advanced Smart Gas Meter, the Communication Solution powered by InfraX and a patented IoT solution. The PaaS model will help gas companies and other utilities migrate from analogue meters to smart solution efficiently and quickly, under a CAPEX to OPEX model.
Furthermore, the partnership will address various market segments with customised solutions based on specific requirements, aiming to revolutionise the utilities in the UAE, the statement explained.
InfraX’s Chief Operating Officer, Rashid Alahmedi said, “We are delighted to enter this strategic partnership with Dicode. We are excited to work together to enable the development of innovative smart gas IoT infrastructure, we aim to revolutionise the gas industry and enhance the efficiency and sustainability of utility services.”
Dicode’s Co-founder and CEO, Satish Chandran added, “We are thrilled to partner with InfraX and introduce our innovative PaaS model in the UAE for the first time. This collaboration offers gas distribution companies a unique opportunity to significantly reduce CAPEX and technology acquisition costs as they transition to smart infrastructure. Through this partnership, we aim to upgrade millions of meters across the UAE.”