Batelco and Ericsson executives discuss extended global cooperation

The visit strengthened the cooperative relationship between Batelco and Ericsson, and opened new prospects for further coordination and cooperation between the two companies globally.

Batelco Group Chief Executive Shaikh Mohamed bin Isa Al Khalifa welcomed the delegation which comprised of top senior management from Ericsson headquarters as well as regional and country heads. The delegation included Ericsson Group CEO Hans Vestberg and President of Ericsson Middle East Region Anders Lindblad, and other members of Ericsson group leadership team. In addition to Shaikh Mohamed the attendees from Batelco included Batelco Bahrain Chief Executive Officer Rashid Abdulla and Group CEO Strategic Assignments, Peter Kaliaropoulos.

On the occasion Shaikh Mohamed said that Batelco highly values the long standing partnerships between both organizations and the partnership agreements that have been concluded between Batelco and Ericsson.

"Aligning with strategic partners such as Ericsson who share our vision and bring in world-class experience and expertise to execute our plans, has helped us focus on our customers and market place. Our long standing partnership with Ericsson goes back to the early 80's which reflects the strength of our relationship, helping us to fulfil our vision and continue to provide a superior customer experience."

Hans Vestberg, Ericsson Group CEO says, "Batelco is well positioned to empower the next evolution of the ICT industry in Bahrain and across the region and take the customer experience to greater heights. Throughout the years of partnership, we are together bringing the Networked Society to life in Bahrain and across the region."

The delegation discussed the challenges and benefits of the Networked Society and its positive impact to the ICT industry in Bahrain.