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Omantel Celebrates Triple Win at Global Carrier Community Awards in

Berlin, Emphasizing Strong Leadership and Industry Excellence

Omantel, the leading provider of integrated
telecommunication services in the
Sultanate of Oman, scored an enormous
victory at the prestigious Global Carrier
Community Awards recently held in Berlin,
winning three significant titles. Sohail
Qadir, former VP of Wholesale at Omantel
and recently appointed CEO of Zain
Omantel International (ZOI - Omantel and
Zain Group’s new joint venture specialized
in global wholesale business), was
recognized as the 'Most Influential and
Inspirational Wholesale Executive of the
Year'. Qadir’s leadership has been pivotal 'Telecom and Tech Woman of the Year.' was recognized as the company bagged
in launching and driving ZOI, positioning This achievement marks Al Ghabshi as the the 'Best Subsea Cable Operator of the
the company for even greater success first Middle Eastern woman to receive this Year' award. This recognition celebrates
in the international wholesale domain. prestigious award, an honor that testifies to Omantel's comprehensive international
Commenting on the achievement, Qadir her instrumental role in driving Omantel's wholesale network, with the majority of
said, "This recognition is a testament to the expansion in the global wholesale domain. subsea cables that connect the region with
strong foundation that Omantel has built “I am truly honored to receive this award. the rest of the world passing through it.
over the years. As we transition into the new I have only joined the wholesale industry These triple awards stand as a testament to
era of ZOI, we are poised to take this legacy back in 2019 but it has been a fast-learning Omantel's robust and influential presence
forward, combined with Zain’s extensive journey since then. I would like to thank in the wholesale industry, its dedication
regional presence and success in the retail Omantel, management, colleagues, and to gender diversity and equality, and the
and digital arenas, to elevate our role into a even our wholesale customers and partners influential leadership that continues to drive
global powerhouse and reshape the future for all their trust and support. this global its growth. ZOI is set to take this journey
of the telecom wholesale industry. Due to recognition marks an important milestone forward and further expand its presence
its unique characteristics, ZOI has strongly in my career and gives me enormous in the international wholesale scene. As
positioned itself as the gateway from the motivation to further excel and positively Omantel celebrates these achievements, it
Middle East to the world”. In a historic represent my beloved country.” Al Ghabshi remains committed to pushing boundaries
moment for the industry, Huda Al Ghabshi, commented. Lastly, Omantel's unwavering and leading digital transformation on a
Senior Manager of Capacity and Submarine commitment to global connectivity, which global scale.
Cables at Omantel, was awarded the was demonstrated throughout the years,

Omantel Reinforces the Importance of the SME Sector Through a Slew of

Enhanced Offerings

Omantel, the leading provider of integrated smart devices, and other valuable prizes 100,000 free SMS marketing messages
telecommunication & ICT services in the in four weekly draws and a grand draw. using the Oman first big data marketing
Sultanate of Oman, is intensifying its fo- The promotion targeted new subscribers platform “TASIL”, as an incentive for SMEs
cus on the SME sector through a slew of to enterprise products (such as Postpaid to use ICT solutions and sign up for the dif-
enhanced offerings, to underline the vital Mobile line, Fixed Broadband packages, ferent services. Omantel is the Sultanate’s
importance SMEs hold in Oman’s econo- A’amali, ICT services & etc.) and existing first and leading integrated telecommuni-
my. Among the key initiatives that were an- customers who upgraded their plans. Spe- cations services provider, enabling the digi-
nounced recently is the upgraded A’amali cial workshops tailored for SMEs are be- tal economy to flourish, allowing new ways
service under the tagline ‘More business, ing conducted on a regular basis to create of doing business and delivering a world of
less worries’, which includes various bun- awareness on using the latest technologies information & communications technolo-
dles and tailored services to SMEs to kick- for enhancing their productivity & business gies. While striving to ensure an optimum
start their journey. The service gives unlim- operations efficiency. Two main workshops customer satisfaction, Omantel plays a key
ited Internet and free mobile and fixed line held so far dealt with the Internet of Things social role to provide the required support
calls within a company. In addition, Oman- (IoT), Strategic Thinking, Innovation in Busi- and assistant to all sectors amongst the
tel launched a “Lucky Draw” promotion for ness and Key to Financial Management. Omani society.
SMEs, rewarding them with travel vouchers, Prizes were given in lucky draws, including
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