du greets customers on Eid al Adha with reduced call and SMS rates

Notes and media contacts

About du:

du, the integrated telecom service provider in the UAE, launched mobile telecommunication services on 11 February 2007 across the UAE in addition to internet and pay TV services in some of the free zones of Dubai. Call Select, the first of du's nationwide Fixed line services for voice telephony, was launched in July 2007.

Among du's many firsts is its historic Number Booking Campaign for both individuals and business, Pay by the Second billing system, Mobile TV, Mobile Payments, first of its kind 'WoW' recharge card (which offers customers the choice between more credit and more time) and Self Care. du business offers include Closed Business User Group and preferred International Destinations.

du's retail network, currently numbering 24 du shops located in strategic locations across all emirates, was launched on 25 February 2007, supporting the delivery of du services to customers.

du is 40% owned by the UAE Federal Government, 20% by Mubadala Development Company, 20% by Emirates Communications & Technology Company LLC and 20% by public shareholders. It is listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) and trades under the name du.

du was recognised as the 'Best Brand' for its innovative branding and outstanding success at the Telecom World Awards Middle East 2007.

For further information, please call:

Luma Jasim
Senior Director, PR & Media Relations
Corporate Communications
du
Tel: +971 4 362 2134

Saugat Chatterjee
Associate Account Manager
JiWin Public Relations
Dir: +971 4 361 3871
Fax: +971 4 368 8001