Umniah and JoPetrol Renew Strategic Partnership in Communication Services and Advanced Digital Security Solutions

In a move that reflects the strength of their strategic relationship, Umniah, a leader in the telecommunications and information technology sector, and the Jordan Oil Products Marketing Company (JoPetrol) announced the renewal of their Multiprotocol Label Switching (MPLS) network services contract, which connects multiple JoPetrol sites across the Kingdom. Umniah has also expanded the partnership to provide advanced cybersecurity solutions for JoPetrol’s network, including network protection systems using Fortinet firewalls. Fortinet is a global company that has maintained its leadership position in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Network Firewalls for the sixth consecutive year in 2024.

The renewal of this contract confirms JoPetrol’s great confidence in Umniah’s efficiency and ability to manage large-scale technical projects, as well as its commitment to providing secure and reliable communication solutions that meet the requirements of major national companies.

In this context, Mr. Iyad Jabr, Chief Business Officer at Umniah, said: “We are proud to renew this strategic partnership with JoPetrol, which represents an outstanding cooperation model between major national institutions. JoPetrol has always been a strategic partner that trusts our integrated solutions, and this renewal is yet another proof of our shared commitment to driving digital transformation and enhancing cybersecurity in vital sectors. At Umniah, we recognize the magnitude of responsibility we bear as a trusted technology partner, and we always strive to provide the latest technological solutions that ensure business continuity and enhance our clients’ ability to keep pace with global developments. Through our partnership with JoPetrol, we will continue working hand in hand to build a flexible and secure digital infrastructure that responds to future challenges.”

Jabr added, “The Fortinet solutions we provide as part of this partnership are not just traditional protection tools but rather represent an integrated system that enhances JoPetrol’s cyber readiness and provides multiple layers of security to counter evolving cyber threats. We believe that today’s investments in digital security guarantee tomorrow’s business success.”

For his part, Eng. Khaled Al-Zoubi, General Manager of JoPetrol, expressed his pride in the partnership with Umniah, stating: “Our partnership with Umniah represents a national success that highlights the role of technology in business development. Over the years, Umniah has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to providing advanced communication services and round-the-clock technical support, which has positively reflected on the efficiency of our operational processes and the management of our extensive network.”

Al-Zoubi emphasized the importance of enhancing his company’s digital infrastructure, considering increasing security challenges, noting that Umniah’s solutions provide flexibility and security that align with JoPetrol’s future aspirations.