Manama, Bahrain: Bahrain Network (BNET), the national telecommunications infrastructure company, announced the launch of the final migration phase of the remaining Batelco fiber circuits to BNET, as part of the asset ownership transfer from “Batelco” to “BNET”.

This project is a key part of the implementation of the Fifth National Telecommunications Plan to contribute to achieving one of the most important strategic objectives of BNET, which is to be the Kingdom’s national provider of fiber-based connectivity, and to enable licensed operators to provide their telecommunications services to positively affect the end user by providing high-speed, secure, and reliable internet.

A joint project team has been formed from both separate entities, Batelco and BNET, with clear governance and mandate to manage, implement, and supervise the migration process of the remaining Batelco fiber circuits to BNET, with supervision from TRA. The project is expected to be concluded in the second half of 2023.

On this occasion, Mr. Ahmed Jaber Aldoseri, CEO of BNET, commented: “The national telecommunications infrastructure is a key attraction component of foreign investments and directly impacts the competitiveness of Bahrain internationally. I commend the efforts of the dedicated teams that ensured launching the final phase to the fullest extent as per the project`s timeframe. We look forward to achieving BNET’s aspiration of an advanced and intelligent communications infrastructure in line with the highest technical standards globally.”

Mr. Mikkel Vinter, CEO of Batelco, commented: “Batelco congratulates BNET on this achievement which marks a key milestone in the implementation of NTP5. Batelco will continue to provide the necessary support required to develop the telecommunication sector in Bahrain, reflecting the Kingdom’s vision for this sector.”

Through these initiatives, BNET is very keen to complete its main strategic objectives, which have been carefully designed to align with the Kingdom of Bahrain 2030 vision in accelerating the growth and economic diversification of the telecommunication sector and the competitiveness of Bahrain.