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New Chairman for Batelco

Shaikh Hamad bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Khalifa has been elected as Chairman of Batelco's Board of Directors, succeeding Mr. Hassan Juma with effect from 28 September.

Shaikh Hamad obtained a Bachelor degree in aeronautic science from the University of King Faisal in 1976 and an MBA in the same field from the US in 1985. He was a founder of the Bahraini Royal Air Force and became the commander of the Royal Air Force before he retired in 2003. He has been a member of the TRA till his election to the new post. He enjoys a wealth of experience, knowledge and professionalism in the business sector.

Batelco's Board of Directors, senior management and employees expressed their delight with the appointment of Shaikh Hamad as Chairman of the company. His experiences and knowledge of the market make him an inspirational leader for the company.

The management and staff congratulate Shaikh Hamad on his appointment and pledge their total support to his endeavours.

The Board of Directors and senior management thanked Mr. Juma for his efforts and significant contributions during his term as chairman that placed the company in the current leading position in the telecommunication industry at both local and regional levels.
Shaikh Hamad bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Khalifa. 
Shaikh Hamad bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Khalifa.
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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.

For further information, please contact:

Ahmed Al Janahi, Senior Manager - Corporate Affairs, Batelco
TEL: +973 1788 4337

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