T964 Partners With Uptime Institute to Strengthen Iraq's Digital Infrastructure
T964 Holding Limited, one of Iraq's leading digital infrastructure companies, has been named the Business Partner of Uptime Institute in Iraq under a new strategic partnership aimed at accelerating the country's digital transformation and strengthening its critical digital infrastructure.
The agreement was signed during the U.S.-Iraq Business Summit at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on July 17, 2026, coinciding with the official U.S. visit of Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi. The summit resulted in more than 50 agreements worth over $60 billion, highlighting growing economic cooperation between the United States and Iraq.
Partnership to Advance Digital Infrastructure Standards
Under the agreement, T964 will work alongside Uptime Institute to promote internationally recognized data center standards, strengthen professional capacity building, and support the development of resilient digital infrastructure across Iraq.
The collaboration combines Uptime Institute's expertise in digital infrastructure certification and operational standards with T964's investments in Iraq's digital ecosystem.
Supporting Iraq's Digital Economy
T964 plays a central role in Iraq's digital transformation through investments in carrier-neutral data centers, telecommunications infrastructure, cloud services, cybersecurity, fintech infrastructure, and AI-ready digital platforms.
The company provides infrastructure that supports government entities, businesses, financial institutions, and technology providers while helping drive the country's expanding digital economy.
Building Infrastructure to Global Standards
Ali El Akabi, Chief Executive Officer of T964, said the partnership represents a significant milestone in the company's mission to build Iraq's digital future.
He noted that the collaboration extends beyond constructing data centers, focusing instead on creating trusted digital infrastructure that supports governments, enterprises, financial institutions, cloud providers, and future artificial intelligence initiatives.
According to El Akabi, combining T964's national infrastructure platform with Uptime Institute's globally recognized standards will help position Iraq as a credible regional digital hub connecting the Middle East with international technology markets.
Enhancing Resilience and Capacity
Mustapha Louni, Chief Business Officer of Uptime Institute, said T964's leadership in Iraq's digital infrastructure sector makes it well positioned to introduce global standards during an important phase of the country's digital development.
He added that the partnership aims to establish reliable infrastructure capable of supporting Iraq's digital economy for decades while promoting operational excellence and international best practices.
Knowledge Transfer and Talent Development
The partnership also focuses on knowledge transfer, local workforce development, and strengthening Iraq's digital capabilities through internationally recognized infrastructure standards.
Both organizations said the initiative is intended to help attract foreign investment, improve digital resilience, and support the country's long-term economic and technological growth.
The collaboration reflects broader efforts by Iraq to modernize its digital infrastructure and create a secure, sustainable, and globally competitive technology ecosystem.
