Zoho Corporation has officially opened its first data centres in the United Arab Emirates, marking a major expansion of its cloud infrastructure in the region. The new facilities are located in Dubai and Abu Dhabi and represent Zoho’s growing focus on supporting businesses in the UAE with locally hosted digital services.
The launch is part of the company’s AED 100 million investment in the UAE, which Zoho had previously announced in 2023.
Local Hosting to Support Data Sovereignty
With the rollout of the UAE data centres, Zoho will enable organisations to store and process data locally. This is a key requirement for many enterprises and government entities that operate under strict compliance, privacy, and regulatory frameworks.
The move strengthens data sovereignty in the UAE and supports broader national efforts related to cybersecurity and digital transformation.
Supporting Zoho and ManageEngine Cloud Solutions
Zoho confirmed that the new data centres will host solutions from its two major product lines:
- Zoho, which provides cloud-based business software
- ManageEngine, which delivers enterprise IT management solutions
The facilities are expected to host 100+ cloud-based solutions, allowing UAE customers to benefit from improved performance and service reliability through local infrastructure.
Why This Matters for UAE Businesses
For organisations operating in the UAE, local data centres can bring practical advantages such as:
- Lower latency and faster performance
- Better support for regulatory compliance
- More control over data storage and security
This expansion also reflects increasing enterprise demand in the region for cloud platforms that balance innovation with strict governance requirements.
Growing UAE Market Focus
Zoho described the UAE as one of its key markets in the region. By establishing in-country cloud infrastructure, the company is positioning itself to deepen its presence across both private and public sectors, while supporting long-term adoption of cloud services across the UAE economy.
Zoho’s UAE data centres signal a clear step toward strengthening local cloud capabilities and meeting the evolving needs of businesses that depend on secure, compliant digital operations.
