ORA Advanced Technology (UAE) and Tillman Global Holdings (USA) Announce Strategic Joint Venture to Develop 1 GW AI Data Center Campus in Abu Dhabi, Strengthening UAE–US Partnership in Digital Infrastructure

ORA Advanced Technology (UAE) and Tillman Global Holdings (USA) proudly announce the establishment of a landmark joint venture to design, build, and operate a 1-gigawatt AI-optimized data center campus in Abu Dhabi—set to become one of the region’s largest and most advanced digital infrastructure developments.
This ambitious project strengthens the long-standing UAE–US partnership in emerging technologies, furthering shared objectives in artificial intelligence, digital transformation, sovereign compute, and energy-resilient infrastructure. It reinforces the UAE’s position as a global hub for next-generation AI capabilities, while reflecting the United States’ ongoing commitment to collaborating with the UAE on transformative, future-driven technology ecosystems.
Strengthening UAE–US Strategic and Technological Alliances
This joint venture represents a major step forward in the expanding cooperation between the UAE and the United States in advanced technology sectors. By combining Emirati leadership in sovereign AI development with U.S. expertise in global digital infrastructure, the partnership enables a more secure, connected, and innovation-driven global digital landscape.
The project directly supports several key bilateral and national priorities, including:
- AI cooperation and responsible innovation
- Secure, scalable, and resilient digital infrastructure
- Sustainable energy transition and next-generation clean power
- Economic diversification and cross-border investment
Building on the UAE’s AI Leadership
The UAE’s emergence as a global AI leader has been strengthened by the pioneering foundation laid by G42, whose work advanced the nation’s capabilities in AI research, digital sovereignty, and hyperscale infrastructure.
This new joint venture builds upon that momentum—supporting the UAE’s next phase of AI readiness and reinforcing its role in shaping the future of global digital standards.
ORA Advanced Technology remains committed to delivering Emirati-driven innovation, firmly aligned with the UAE leadership’s vision while expanding national capabilities across international markets.
Key Leaders Join for the JV Signing Ceremony
The official signing ceremony, held on Abu Dhabi, brought together distinguished leaders from both nations, including:
- Sheikh Hamdan Bin Sultan Bin Hamdan Al Nahyan, Chairman, ORA Advanced Technology
- Mr. Ali Abdulla Al Mazrouei, Vice Chairman, ORA Advanced Technology
- Mr. Mohamed Adel Metwaly, CEO & Managing Partner, ORA Advanced Technology (UAE & UK)
- Mr. Sachit Ahuja, Co-President, Tillman Global Holdings
Their participation underscores a shared commitment to advancing digital infrastructure as a foundation for economic growth, technological sovereignty, and long-term strategic resilience.