New tech hub will embrace the UK
government's ambition to deploy AI across the country and foster
the next generation of talent
LIVERPOOL, England, Feb. 26,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kyndryl (NYSE: KD),
the world's largest IT infrastructure services provider, today
announced the launch of a new technology hub in Liverpool that
will support the digital transformation of UK and
global customers. Kyndryl will create up to 1,000 software
engineering and AI-related jobs over the next three years to drive
AI and technology innovation in the Liverpool City Region.
The Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology,
Peter Kyle, said, "Kyndryl's new
technology hub in Liverpool is a
clear example of how AI is already driving economic growth,
delivering our plan for change by putting AI to work for
communities across the country. This investment is a resounding
vote of confidence in our world-leading AI sector and the new
blueprint for the technology we're delivering."
Led by Kyndryl Consult, the new technology hub will include a
Kyndryl Vital Studio. The studio will offer a designer-led, open
and collaborative co-creation experience that will allow customers
to tackle complex and real-world business challenges. Kyndryl
Consult's advisory services will help businesses adopt and
implement AI, software and platform engineering solutions and other
emerging technologies.
As part of the new hub opening, Kyndryl is expanding its
partnership with The Very Group, the Liverpool-based operator of digital retailers
Very and Littlewoods, through a new multiyear agreement designed to
enhance and accelerate the retailer's end-to-end digital
capabilities. Kyndryl will provide comprehensive software and
platform engineering support, helping The Very Group launch new
products at speed and enhance the digital customer experience.
John Chambers, Kyndryl United Kingdom & Ireland
President, said, "Liverpool's
growing reputation as a hub for digital excellence – reinforced by
the success of last year's International AI Summit – underscores
our decision to invest in the region's exceptional talent. This
step, as well as Kyndryl's expansion of our relationship with The
Very Group, reflects Kyndryl's commitment to nurturing the skills
needed to accelerate AI adoption, advance digital transformation
and drive meaningful economic growth across the UK."
Steve Rotheram, Mayor of the
Liverpool City Region, said, "This is fantastic news for the
Liverpool City Region and proof of what we can achieve when local
ambition is backed by national support to attract global
investment. I'm really pleased that we've been able to bring
Kyndryl here, following discussions during our trade mission to
New York last year. AI and digital
technology are already transforming industries across the
country – and I want our region to be at the forefront of that
change. We've got the talent, the infrastructure, and the ambition
to make sure the benefits of this tech revolution aren't just felt
in London and the South East, but
right here in the North too. This investment will create good,
well-paid jobs and give people the skills they need to succeed in
the industries of the future. It's a massive boost for our economy
– but more importantly, it's an investment in our people and their
potential. The Liverpool City Region is ready to lead the way."
Kyndryl, with its rapidly growing consulting business, continues
to support organisations in their digital transformation
journey by attracting and nurturing top talent. By developing the
skills of the next generation, Kyndryl aims to address the
increased demand for advanced digital expertise, which will be
crucial for driving economic growth across the UK. Kyndryl's new
early careers program in the UK, starting with digital technology
degree apprenticeships, reflects its belief that investing in
talent is crucial for maintaining the UK's leadership in innovation
and AI adoption.
Leveraging Kyndryl's infrastructure expertise, the technology
hub will help companies integrate mission-critical operations with
business applications, using global partnerships to accelerate
digital and AI transformations. This investment exemplifies
Kyndryl's dedication to fostering innovation, driving economic
growth and building the next generation of digital leaders through
comprehensive training and skills development initiatives, and it
aligns with the UK Government's AI Opportunities Action Plan and
the recent UK Government announcement which seeks to position the
UK as a global leader in AI.
About Kyndryl
Kyndryl (NYSE: KD) is the world's
largest IT infrastructure services provider, serving thousands of
enterprise customers in more than 60 countries. The Company
designs, builds, manages and modernizes the complex,
mission-critical information systems that the world depends on
every day. For more information, visit www.kyndryl.com.
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