[April 23, 2013] Orange Business Services Expands Network Reach into International Oil Operations Tweet Apr 23, 2013 (Close-Up Media via COMTEX) -- Orange Business Services has signed a new network infrastructure agreement with Aramco Services Company, the U.S.-based subsidiary of energy and a fully integrated energy and petrochemicals enterprise. Orange said it will provide information technology network services to connect sites in different regions. The network offers global coordination and regional support that strengthens the communication platform for various applications. The agreement includes fully managed customer support based on the ITIL best-practice framework for operational excellence. According to a release, Orange Business Services' presence in emerging markets has been growing exponentially, particularly in the Middle East. Orange recently expanded its local presence in Saudi Arabia to build out its local service capabilities following revenue growth from business engagements in the region. "Orange is matching rapid economic development in emerging markets with the necessary network infrastructure to project that growth internationally," said Diana Einterz, senior vice president, Americas, Orange Business Services. "This engagement with U.S.-based Aramco Services Company weaves regional operations in the larger tapestry of the worldwide business. We predict that demand for such capabilities from other businesses will only increase over the next several years." Aramco Services Company is a U.S.-based oil producing and exporting company. ASC operates as a vital link between Saudi Arabia and North America to help facilitate the safe and reliable delivery of energy to customers around the globe. Orange Business Services, the France Telecom-Orange branch dedicated to B2B services, is a global integrator of communications solutions for multinational corporations. More information: www.orange-business.com ((Comments on this story may be sent to [email protected])) [ Back To TMCnet.com's Homepage ]