Centena Group, a prominent multinational conglomerate based in the UAE, renowned for its contributions to science, engineering, education, and technology solutions, has introduced its innovative educational eCommerce platform, 'AtlabShoponline,' in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). This strategic move underscores Centena Group's strong foothold in the Middle East region and aligns with its dedication to enhancing educational opportunities. The expansion is in line with KSA's Vision 2030, aimed at positioning the nation as a leader in providing exceptional education, training, and diverse employment initiatives, in addition to improving services across various sectors like health and entertainment.
ATLAB, the educational solutions arm of Centena Group, is spearheading efforts to revolutionize education in the Middle East. Leveraging its success in the UAE, ATLAB aims to equip teachers and students in Saudi Arabia with cutting-edge resources in fields such as artificial intelligence, STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics), coding, robotics, and sustainability. This will be achieved through partnerships with renowned global brands like LEGO, KUBO, Tello Drones, and Sphero.
Sanjay Raghunath, Chairman and Managing Director of Centena Group, expresses enthusiasm about the expansion into Saudi Arabia, emphasizing the Group's commitment to democratizing access to education through ATLAB. He highlights the Group's dedication to fostering sustainable growth and development across the Middle East by driving innovation and technology adoption.
AtlabShoponline has garnered significant interest from stakeholders in the UAE, indicating a growing demand for high-quality educational resources in the region. In alignment with KSA's Vision 2030, the platform will offer its extensive range of products and services in Saudi Arabia, catering to the nation's ambition of becoming a knowledge-based economy. Notably, AtlabShoponline has become a preferred destination for educational resources, with a substantial portion of FIRST LEGO League kits being purchased through the platform.
