du hands-over proceeds from fund-raising campaigns in aid of Gaza victims to UAE Red Crescent

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About Du:
Du, the integrated telecom service provider in the UAE, was awarded the second license to operate fixed and mobile telecommunications services in February 2006. The company launched its 'Du' brand in the same month and listed 20% of its shares on the Dubai Financial Market in April 2006.

Du 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 25 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.

For further information, please contact:
Luma Jasim
Senior Director
PR & Media Relations
Corporate Communications
Du
Tel: +971 4 362 2134