Master Group of Industries Strengthens Pakistan’s Digital Ecosystem Through Indus Cloud and Indus DC REIT Collaboration with UBL

Master Group of Industries, through its technology verticals Indus Cloud Limited and Indus DC REIT, has entered into a landmark strategic partnership with UBL to accelerate the development of next-generation cloud computing and data center infrastructure across Pakistan. The collaboration represents a significant milestone in strengthening the country’s digital backbone while enabling secure, scalable, and locally hosted cloud services for enterprises and public sector organizations.

Under this partnership, the parties will jointly develop the Indus Cloud and Data Center Project, focused on delivering state-of-the-art Tier-III compliant data center facilities alongside advanced cloud capabilities designed for Pakistan’s rapidly evolving digital economy.

Indus DC REIT is leading the development and operation of purpose-built data center infrastructure, while Indus Cloud provides a comprehensive cloud services platform. Together, the platforms aim to create a high-performance ecosystem that supports data sovereignty, enterprise-grade security, and scalable digital operations for businesses across industries.

UBL joins the initiative as a strategic investor and partner, contributing financial strength and institutional expertise while also leveraging the infrastructure to advance its own digital transformation and banking innovation agenda. The partnership further reflects a shared commitment to promoting cloud adoption in Pakistan and enabling organizations to modernize operations, improve resilience, and drive long-term innovation.

Commenting on the partnership, Rumman Dar, CIIO of Indus Cloud & DC REIT, said: “This partnership represents a defining moment for Pakistan’s cloud ecosystem. By combining world-class infrastructure with localized cloud capabilities, we are enabling enterprises to confidently transition to the cloud while ensuring data sovereignty, security, and performance. Our vision is to make Indus Cloud the backbone of Pakistan’s digital future.”

Farrukh Karim Khan, Chief Strategy Officer, UBL, added: “UBL is committed to supporting transformative initiatives that strengthen Pakistan’s digital and financial ecosystem. Our partnership with Indus Cloud and Indus REIT aligns with our strategic priorities and positions us at the forefront of innovation in cloud-enabled banking and infrastructure development.”

Through this collaboration, Master Group of Industries, alongside its partners, aims to establish a scalable, secure, and future-ready cloud and data center ecosystem that will serve as a catalyst for Pakistan’s digital transformation journey.