Djibouti Telecom operates a GSM 900 service with a handset display of Evatis. Batelco's mobile customers will be automatically connected with the service upon arrival in the country.
The service, which went live on 18th August, forms part of Batelco's commitment to ensure that its mobile customers are among the most 'connected' around the globe.
Batelco now has roaming agreements with 300 operators around the world for all roaming services.
'We are delighted to provide our customers with this addition to our comprehensive roaming service,' said Batelco Corporate Affairs General Manager Ahmed Al Janahi.
Batelco announces new international roaming service with Djibouti
Batelco has announced a bi-lateral Commercial International Roaming Agreement with another major telecoms player, Djibouti Telecom in Djibouti, giving Batelco mobile users better than ever coverage whilst roaming in Djibouti.
- Bahrain: Tuesday, August 29 - 2006 at 15:01
- PRESS RELEASE
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This press release has been issued by Batelco's Corporate Affairs department.For further information, please contact:
Batelco Corporate Affairs General Manager Ahmed Al Janahi
TEL: +973 1788 4337
About BATELCO
Serving both the corporate and consumer markets in the most liberalised and competitive market in the Middle East, Batelco is committed to delivering cutting-edge telecommunications to its customers in Bahrain and MENA. Batelco is driven by an enthusiasm for delivering the best customer experience based on innovation, affordability and reliability of products and services.
With significant operations in Bahrain, Jordan, Kuwait and Egypt, the Batelco Group provides voice and data services over fixed, wireless, and internet platforms, systems integration and enterprise solutions to Government and Corporate clients.
Batelco's specialised services cover the full spectrum of telecommunications solutions for residential and business customers and spans a comprehensive array of mobile services, international roaming, high speed Internet connections, WiFi, MPLS IP-VPN network provisioning and management, Datacoms services and high-tech, reliable fixed line services. Batelco is currently migrating to an all IP network as part of its 'Broadband Bahrain' national project. This major investment reflects Batelco's commitment for excellence which has reinforced Bahrain's position as a leading communication hub. The Company's shares are listed on the Bahrain Stock Exchange. Batelco has a total capitalization of approx US$ 2.7 billion.
Posted by Anne-Birte Stensgaard, Senior News EditorTuesday, August 29 - 2006 at 15:01 UAE local time (GMT+4)
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