Iraqtel To Establish Iraq's First WiMAX Network

Iraqtel, the telecom subsidiary of Al Emaar Holding Group in Iraq, is to deploy the first WiMAX network in Iraq using Redline's RedMAX products.

Vision Valley, a specialist in systems integration, network design and implementation, will provide its regional expertise to ensure the network is effectively established. Iraqtel will deliver advanced voice and broadband services to thousands of businesses and residents throughout its region.

Iraqtel will begin its deployment in Basrah, and will expand the WiMAX network to include additional regions across Iraq. The Redline solution will enable Iraqtel to rapidly establish a broadband wireless network to deliver the voice and broadband services its enterprise and government customers need. And as well, it will extend its network to reach more businesses, residents and municipal organizations.

"Iraqtel has been searching for a WiMAX solution that would provide a cost-effectively alternative to VSAT networks, which have been the only available solution for establishing broadband connections because of the lack of copper line infrastructure ," said Sheikh Fawzi Al Lami, chairman of Iraqtel.

"Iraqtel will deploy one of the world's most advanced WiMAX networks to address the lack of existing communications infrastructure with a vision to serve the people of Iraq with innovative and affordable wireless communications services," said Majed Sifri, president and CEO, Redline Communications.