Omantel inks pact to diversify 5G uses beyond network capabilities

Omantel inks pact to diversify 5G uses beyond network capabilities

Muscat: Omantel, the leading integrated telecommunications services provider in the Sultanate, has embarked upon yet another package of smart ICT solutions that leverage the company's 5G capabilities and have the ability to revolutionise operations in Oman's oil and gas, logistics and transport sectors, which are vital for the country's sustainable economic growth. Omantel and Huawei entered a tri-party Proof of Concept (POC) Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hutchison Ports Sohar for showcasing successful utilisations of the telecom giant's 5G infrastructure in three areas. These POCs, to be implemented at Hutchison Ports Sohar, aim to provide highly reliable communication services and improve operational efficiency, accuracy, time management, and security, among other services. Talal Said Al Mamari, CEO of Omantel, said, "The overall objective of the POCs is to showcase the capability of our 5G network and how it enhances and streamlines performance of the port operations. These POCs will also highlight 5G for other uses other than in the telecom network. 5G synergised with AI can streamline business operations across multiple sectors. Omantel is proud to leverage its smart solutions that use 5G technology is an important sector like transport and logistics. We are confident that these POCs will be successfully