Bahrain Network (BNET), the national company responsible for providing the fiber network in the Kingdom of Bahrain, has been awarded the ‘Leading Sustainable Network Operator’ award during the Green All-Optical Forum, held on the sidelines of the Mobile World Congress (MWC) in Barcelona. This prestigious international event witnessed the participation of leading experts, operators, and suppliers from around the world, who gathered to discuss the latest developments and challenges in building sustainable and energy-efficient optical networks. This award recognizes BNET’s steadfast commitment to implementing fiber optic technologies and its outstanding achievements in developing sustainable networks.

Dr. Mohamed Tayeb Mahmood, Chief Technical Officer of BNET, accepted the award on behalf of the company, expressing his appreciation by saying, ‘It is a great honor for us to receive this recognition, which acknowledges our efforts in building a sustainable and inclusive digital future for the Kingdom of Bahrain. BNET is committed to utilizing the latest green technologies to bridge the digital divide, provide equitable fiber access, and ensure an exceptional user experience for all users across the Kingdom.’

BNET has implemented strategic initiatives to enhance network infrastructure sustainability and performance. These initiatives encompass a comprehensive network modernization program, including the proactive replacement of legacy copper infrastructure with fiber optic cables, resulting in improved network performance and reduced energy consumption. Additionally, BNET is optimizing network design and equipment efficiency to achieve maximum performance with minimal energy consumption, adhering to leading international sustainability practices.

This award reaffirms BNET’s unwavering commitment to environmental responsibility, its pursuit of sustainable, high-quality telecommunications services throughout the Kingdom of Bahrain, and its pivotal role in advancing the Kingdom’s digital transformation and sustainability agenda.