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03/26/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/26/2026 08:45

Obeikan Education and Britannica Education Join Forces to Advance Trusted Digital Learning Across Saudi Arabia

Obeikan Education, a leading education solutions provider in the Middle East region, and Britannica Education, a global authority in trusted knowledge and learning with over 250 years of heritage, have announced the execution of a strategic distribution agreement to deliver Britannica's digital education solutions across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Under the agreement, Obeikan Education will distribute Britannica's digital products to K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and government entities, enabling access to world-class, research-based educational content aligned with international academic standards.

As part of the partnership, Britannica's digital content will be integrated into the Nawras Education platform, Obeikan Education's digital learning ecosystem. The integration will provide institutions with secure authentication, centralized content access, and scalable deployment-delivering a seamless, future-ready digital learning experience.

Advancing Digital Literacy and Inquiry-Based Learning
By combining Britannica's trusted content with Nawras Education's robust digital infrastructure, the partnership supports schools and institutions in strengthening digital literacy and inquiry-based learning, while also enhancing remote and hybrid learning experiences through seamless access to high quality academic resources from any location.

Leadership Perspectives
Mr. Mohamed Khalil, CEO of Obeikan Education, stated:

"This partnership with Britannica Education marks an important milestone in strengthening our digital learning ecosystem. By integrating Britannica's trusted content into the Nawras Education platform, we are empowering institutions across the Kingdom with secure, scalable access to knowledge that fosters critical thinking, research excellence, and academic achievement."

Mr. Matthew Ward, EMEA Director at Britannica Education, commented:

"We're hugely excited to be entering this important partnership with Obeikan Education. At a time when misinformation is growing and the demands on educators are increasing, providing schools with trusted content has never mattered more. Together, we're committed to helping build informed, confident, and resilient digital citizens for the future."

Looking Ahead
This partnership brings together Britannica's legacy of trusted knowledge and Obeikan Education's regional leadership, leveraging the Nawras Education platform to deliver future-ready digital learning solutions that support institutional excellence and long-term educational impact across Saudi Arabia.

About Obeikan Education
Obeikan Education, a subsidiary of Obeikan Investment Group, is a leading education solutions provider delivering curriculum solutions, professional development, and digital education platforms across the Middle East and GCC.

About Britannica Education
Britannica Education is a global education company with over 250 years of experience in delivering trusted knowledge. Its digital learning solutions support inquiry-based learning, research skills, and academic excellence for schools, universities, and institutions worldwide.

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