HCLTech, a global IT solutions provider, has broadened its partnership with Equinor, Europe’s top energy firm and a leader in renewables and low-emission technologies. The expanded engagement will support the next wave of Equinor’s digital strategy across multiple critical IT domains.
As part of the expanded partnership, HCLTech will support Equinor in accelerating its cloud migration efforts, enabling the company to modernize and consolidate its digital services across operations worldwide. This cloud transition will help Equinor streamline its processes, reduce costs, and enhance overall agility, positioning the company for future growth in the digital age.
Additionally, HCLTech will focus on strengthening Equinor’s cybersecurity posture by implementing advanced measures to safeguard sensitive data and protect infrastructure from emerging threats. The collaboration will also include upgrading the company’s network performance, ensuring that Equinor’s systems are more resilient and capable of handling the increasing demands of digital operations.
To further drive efficiency, HCLTech will leverage automation technologies to improve workplace productivity, allowing Equinor’s workforce to perform tasks more efficiently and with fewer manual interventions. The collaboration will also introduce cutting-edge user experiences, incorporating augmented reality (AR) to offer employees advanced, immersive tools that enhance day-to-day operations and foster innovation across Equinor’s global projects. Sandeep Kumar Saxena, Executive Vice President at HCLTech, said, “We value our continued partnership with Equinor. This engagement reflects a joint focus on digital innovation and long-term sustainability.”
The two companies have been working together for over ten years. In that time, HCLTech has supported Equinor through infrastructure deployments, cybersecurity advancements, and global IT support. What began as a managed services arrangement has grown into a long-term strategic alignment focused on business transformation and technology evolution.
Headquartered in India, HCLTech employs over 223,000 professionals across 60 countries, delivering services in digital engineering, cloud platforms, and artificial intelligence. Its client base spans key industries including financial services, manufacturing, healthcare, semiconductors, telecom, retail, and the public sector. As of the 12-month period ending March 2025, HCLTech reported consolidated revenues of $13.8 billion.
