December 10, 2025 – 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 globally trusted content with Nawras Education’s robust
digital infrastructure, the partnership supports schools and institutions in
strengthening digital literacy, inquiry-based learning, and access to highquality academic resources. The collaboration responds to the growing demand
for credible, authoritative digital content that supports modern teaching and
learning models across Saudi Arabia
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. Bringing together Britannica’s trusted global brand and Obeikan’s deep
regional expertise creates a strong foundation for supporting educators across the
Kingdom. We’re looking forward to working closely with the Obeikan team to
ensure teachers have access to high-quality, reliable resources that make a real
difference in the classroom.
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. The
company focuses on empowering students, educators, and institutions through
high-quality content and innovative learning technologies.
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.