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FEWA And du Finalise Landmark Agreement
Published Jan 10, 2011
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In continuation of the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between du and the Federal Electricity and Water Authority (FEWA)a strategic agreement has been finalised that will give du immediate access to FEWA’s extensive Dark Fibre Network. The partnership allows du and FEWA to optimally utilise their respective network resources to enhance the scope of their services and operations efficiency for the benefit of all UAE residents.
The agreement supports du’s plans and is a stepping stone in extending the reach of its fixed services to Northern Emirates which will allow individuals and businesses to enjoy du home and business fixed services.
Commenting on the agreement, Osman Sultan, CEO, du, said: “We believe that increased cooperation between the private and public sectors based on mutual synergies is the way forward. We are proud of this agreement, which is part of our continuous efforts to strengthen our fixed and mobile network capabilities, and is a significant part of our preparations to extend our fixed services footprint nationwide this year.
Mohammed Mohammed Saleh, General Manager, Federal Electricity & Water Authority ,said: “Infrastructure is a national asset and we wanted to capitalise on our Dark Fibre Network for the benefit the UAE telecom sector, we are proud of this partnership with du and wish them all the best in expanding their national fixed footprint”. The initial MoU was signed between Mohammed Mohammed Saleh, General Manager, Federal Electricity & Water Authority (FEWA), and Osman Sultan, CEO of du, in January 2010.
The initial MoU was signed between Mohammed Mohammed Saleh, General Manager, Federal Electricity & Water Authority (FEWA), and Osman Sultan, CEO of du.
About du:
du, the integrated telecom service provider in the UAE, launched mobile telecommunication services in February 2007 across the UAE, in addition to internet and pay TV services that du provides in some of the free zones of Dubai. Call Select, du's nationwide fixed line services for voice telephony, was launched in July 2007. By the end of 2008, over 3 million people in the UAE chose to become du customers.
Among du’s many firsts is its historic Number Booking Campaign for both individuals and business, Pay by the Second billing system, Mobile TV, Mobile Payments, first of its kind WoW recharge card which offers customers the choice between ‘more credit, ‘more time’ and now the ‘more international’ recharge option with additional credit on international calls and Self Care.
For business customers, du business offers include Closed Business User Group and preferred International Destinations. du Broadcast Services division brings scalable media technology platforms and telecommunication solutions to the broadcast community through its world class teleport (Samacom) and Master Control Room (MCR) facilities.
du products and services for consumers and business are available through du’s retail network, currently numbering 34 du shops located in strategic locations across the UAE, including the recently opened flagship store located in the heart of Abu Dhabi.
du is 39.5 per cent owned by the UAE Federal Government, 19.75 per cent by Mubadala Development Company, 19.5 per cent by Emirates Communications & Technology Company LLC and the remaining stake by public shareholders. It is listed on the Dubai Financial Market (DFM) and trades under the name du.
For more information:
Saugat Chatterjee
Public Relations Manager
Brand & Communications,du
M: +971 55 9367045
E: saugat.chatterjee@du.ae
Reka Sepsy
Manning, Selvage & Lee
T: +971 4 367 6154
M: +971 55 220 68 20
F: +971 4 367 2615
E: reka.sepsy@dubai.mslpr.com
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