Telecom Operators

stc has announced localizing platform for E-SIM for the first time in Saudi, obtaining an international accreditation deemed requisite for rolling out eSIM technology, in a move that can transform the way consumers use smart phones and devices across Saudi Arabia. Now stc has the capability to provide eSIM services to all mobile and virtual network operators (MNOs/MVNOs) in the Kingdom as a national eSIM platform. Also the service can be extended to any MNO in the Arabian Gulf region or internationally interested in obtaining the eSIM service from stc.

At Etisalat’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), held at the company’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi, shareholders have backed the board’s recommendation to pay full-year 2019 dividends of 80 fils per share.

Etisalat has announced the launch of its Business First Plus postpaid plan which is set to enable business customers to roll over unused minutes to the next month and enjoy the benefits of any unused allowance.

Etisalat has announced the launch of ‘Business Edge’, a comprehensive platform offering a wide range of services and solutions that cater to Small and Medium Business (SMB) customers.

Ooredoo has entered into a strategic partnership with the National Security Services Group (NSSG) to deliver enhanced cybersecurity in the Sultanate.

Batelco held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the Fiscal Year which ended on 31 December 2019.

Mobily has announced a digital transformation partnership with global technology company SAP to energize its sales force automation.

Kuwait Telecommunications Company (stc) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the Company’s Headquarters – Olympia Mall / West Office Towers on Monday 23 March 2020, where the attendance represented 67.90% from the total shareholders.

MTN Group announced that its group president and CEO, Rob Shuter, will be stepping down from his role at the end of his contract in March 2021. Shuter has served as MTN CEO since March 2017.