Sun Microsystems, the global supplier of network computing solutions, recently presented Raya Corporation, a leading player in the field of information technology and telecommunications in the Middle East, with the “Fastest Growing Partner in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA)” award, as a result of the company’s successful implementation of solutions based on Sun technology in the Egyptian market which has been witnessing impressive growth rates in the past years.
“Over the years, Sun Microsystems’ operations in the Middle East have been growing by leaps and bounds and the Egyptian market has been highly responsive to this regional growth. This growth has been aided by our Egyptian partners’ vast experience and continued efforts, especially Raya Corporation, which was recognised as the Fastest Growing Partner in MENA,” said Yasser Hassan, Operations Director, Egypt and the Levant, Sun Microsystems.
“This award can herald the beginning of a promising new partnership between Sun and Raya especially since past experience has proved to be successful. Raya has been focused on implementing solutions-based projects and applications which complements our business strategy as well. Sun is committed to increasing its operations and presence in the Egyptian market by expanding its base of developers working on Sun operating platforms and Java systems, as the country has the largest number of developers working on Sun operating platforms in the region,” he added.
Ashraf Sabry, Vice Chairman and CEO for IT, Raya, said, “I am glad that Raya has won the “Fastest Growing Partner in MENA” award, which will be a valuable addition to Raya’s list of accomplishments. Raya’s commitment to offering best-of-breed services and our efforts to keep pace with the latest technological advancements are the secrets behind our strong and successful partnership with global leading information technology solution providers.”
Sun Microsystems honored its partners at an award ceremony recently held at the company’s Partner Sales Corner forum in Beirut. On the occasion, Sun announced its half-yearly results and unveiled its future strategy for partnering with local and international IT companies.
About Raya Corporation:
Based in Cairo, Raya Corporation is a pioneer in the field of Information Technology and Telecommunications in the Middle East. Through its branches in Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates, Algeria and USA and its partners in the region, Raya, with a group of employees of around 2300 professionals, provides technological solutions and world-standard value-added services. The company has succeeded in introducing several mega-projects in the fields of finance, industry, telecommunications, government and different services. For more information about Raya, please visit the website: http://www.rayacorp.com
