Vodafone Qatar Deploys TETRA Project at a
Value of More than QR100MM and Provides Mobile Network in
Msheireb Downtown Doha
September 30, 2018
Vodafone Qatar announced completing the
deployment of its world-class mobile coverage infrastructure in
the three constructed phases of Msheireb Downtown Doha, at an
investment that exceeds QR100 million.
In late 2014, Msheireb Properties and
Vodafone Qatar entered into a partnership that would see
Vodafone Qatar become the primary provider of mobile services
for Msheireb Downtown Doha, the world’s first smart and
sustainable downtown regeneration project.
Since then, Vodafone Qatar has been leading
the massive deployment of telecommunications infrastructure in
the pioneering new smart city. This included fitting all the
buildings with the latest indoor coverage technologies that
required the installation of more than 5,000 antennas. These can
also be shared with other service providers for the most
efficient use of assets.
Vodafone Qatar’s CEO, Sheikh Hamad Abdulla
Jassim Al Thani said, “We’re proud to be leading the provision
of vital telecommunications infrastructure and services in
Msheireb Downtown Doha, one of Qatar’s most important and iconic
projects. We are committed to ensuring that all this ambitious
project’s telecommunications needs are delivered to the very
highest standards to enable thousands of residents, businesses
and visitors to benefit from Vodafone Qatar’s world class
network. Our involvement in Msheireb reflects our commitment to
accelerating Qatar towards becoming one of the most connected
and technologically advanced countries in the world, adding to
our progress in areas including the Internet of Things,
developing best-in-class enterprise solutions and upgrading our
network to be 5G-ready.”
Mr. Ali Al Kuwari Acting CEO at Msheireb
Properties commented: “Msheireb Downtown Doha’s world class
connectivity relies on a robust network catering to the world’s
most advanced telecom infrastructure, both for mobile and fixed
services. We have partnered with Vodafone to exceed the
expectations of our residents, tenants and visitors in terms of
connectivity options and to ensure a consistent and seamless
digital experience to all users, regardless of their physical
location. A dedicated and more reliable Radio Communication
System (TETRA) will be used for security, operations and
maintenance requirements. Msheireb’s network covers both
outdoors and indoor, as well as below ground with up to six
levels of car parking floors. As the project moves into a year
of activation, we are thrilled to showcase the excellence of our
telecommunications infrastructure and services, delivered via
Vodafone Qatar.”
Msheireb Downtown Doha, developed to revive
the old commercial center of Doha, upon completion will be the
world’s largest certified sustainable and smart downtown
community, featuring 800 residential units, 17 commercial
buildings and more than 300 retail units, in addition to four
hotels, a school, 3 mosques, Msheireb Museums, the Galleria Mall
and many other buildings.
Vodafone Qatar has now commenced work to
cover the last and fourth phase of the project.
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