Borouge has partnered with the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) to boost collaborative research and knowledge transfer and create student internship opportunities.
The agreement will contribute to the advancement of AI and digitalisation at Borouge. Fostering innovation and exploring AI solutions, the partnership will use research and product development to boost Borouge’s support across industries such as energy, infrastructure, mobility, healthcare, electrification, advanced packaging, and agriculture.
The partnership will also upskill the next generation of AI leaders, providing students with internship opportunities at Borouge to develop their skills and professional experiences while also offering workshops and seminars on current industry advancements.
In addition to advancing AI capabilities, the partnership will offer valuable opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience through internships at Borouge. The company will also host workshops and seminars aimed at equipping students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the fast-evolving AI landscape.
Hazeem Sultan Al Suwaidi, CEO of Borouge, stated that, “AI is a powerful catalyst for accelerating Borouge’s growth and transforming our operations. We are pleased to collaborate with MBZUAI to support the next generation of AI leaders as they design solutions for the future of the petrochemical industry.”
Tim Baldwin, Provost and University Professor at MBZUAI, highlighted that, “Collaborating with industry to enhance innovation, productivity, and growth is a critical part of the mission of MBZUAI across sectors ranging from transport to healthcare and energy. This exciting partnership with Borouge will enable us to bring AI-powered innovation to a whole new set of sectors and provide our students, researchers, and faculty with invaluable market experience.” The three-year partnership is a key component of Borouge’s AI, digitalization, and technology (AIDT) strategy.
The three-year long partnership supports Borouge’s robust AI, digitalisation and technology (AIDT) strategy. Borouge has realised $215 million in value creation in the first half of 2024 with projects ranging across the value chain, from operations, sales and sustainability.
