Stc Bahrain has taken a new step in achieving its vision of becoming a world-class digital enabler, after its achievement of launching 5G network across the Kingdom of Bahrain. The telecom operator announced plans to build the foundation for a 5.5G network, in partnership with Huawei, making it the first company that will adapt this network, not just in Bahrain, but the Middle East region. The announcement comes as part of stc Bahrain’s strategy to establish and develop the infrastructure to power the next version of 5G (5.5G) within the next three years, reflecting stc Bahrain’s commitment to invest in the latest technology and keep up with global trends. stc Bahrain’s current 5G network covers all areas of the Kingdom and supports 2CC (two cell carriers), enhancing stc Bahrain’s network performance and contributing to the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 to build a world-class infrastructure that links Bahrain to the global economy.
Stc Bahrain has identified five business capabilities which will be focused to achieve the ambition of the target network: service penetration, efficiency creativity, resource integration, value competitiveness, and social contribution. As part of phase one of the vision, major network revamp and upgrades have been initiated in all network domains including wireless, Datacom, Transmission, Core, IT and Digital Infrastructure. With the completion of phase one of the project, the stc network will be upgraded and evolved to the very latest telecom standards to make the network foundation ready for 5.5G capability.
At the conclusion of the program, network capability will increase from 3Gbps to 10Gbps. stc Bahrain’s implementation of Artificial Intelligence and digital tools to optimize network management will position the company as a regional innovator and leader in terms of network operations.