Batelco explores the digital future at the Ericsson Imagine Studio in Sweden
Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) welcomed Bahrain Telecommunication Company BSC (Batelco) for a three-day tour of the Ericsson Imagine Studio in Kista, Sweden. Led by Shaikh Abdulla bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Batelco’s chairman, the Batelco delegation was welcomed by Börje Ekholm, Ericsson’s CEO, Fadi Pharaon, CEO of Ericsson Middle East and Africa, and other senior delegations from Ericsson.
At the Ericsson Imagine Studio, Ericsson presented several demos and innovative use cases showcasing products, solutions and visionary scenarios. During the visit, the Batelco delegation enjoyed Ericsson’s digital experience ‘Imagine Possible’ to explore the potential and power of borderless connectivity, consider various business propositions and witness the potential of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in various sectors and industries. A network of Ericsson experts and partners also shared their knowledge of Ericsson’s vision, latest solutions and innovations in technologies such as 4G, 5G, Internet of Things (IoT) and digital services.
Commenting on the visit, Batelco Chairman Shaikh Abdulla bin Khalifa Al Khalifa said, “I would like to express appreciation to our key strategic partner, Ericsson, and a special thanks to CEO Börje Ekholm, for welcoming us to their ‘Imagine Studio’. I am delighted to have seen the latest technologies and innovative solutions showcased by Ericsson’s experts and partners.Digital development is an important element in supporting Bahrain’s digital economy, and with an already strong 5G network in Bahrain, digital growth will continue to be a strong factor in our ambitious transformation plans. We look forward to further collaborations with Ericsson to support our initiatives to unlock advanced benefits for various industries and individuals in the Kingdom.”
Fadi Pharaon, CEO of Ericsson Middle East and Africa, says: “It was truly a pleasure to welcome the Batelco delegation to the Ericsson Imagine Studio at our headquarters in Sweden. The Kingdom of Bahrain is accelerating the development of innovation and technology as key pillars to realize the Bahrain Economic Vision 2030. Throughout the visit, we discussed areas for future cooperation, further cementing our long-standing partnership and supporting Batelco’s success.”
Earlier this year, Batelco and Ericsson signed a memorandum of understanding to explore a range of 5G technologies to improve its network capabilities. Since the establishment of commercial stand-alone 5G networks in Bahrain in 2019, Ericsson and Batelco’s collaboration is also working to reduce network energy consumption and develop solutions for smart and sustainable 5G networks.
Related links:
Batelco and Ericsson sign MoU for next-generation 5G technologies and innovations in Bahrain
Ericsson Imagine Studio
About Batelco
Batelco (Bahrain Telecommunications Company), listed on the Bahrain Bourse, is the leading provider of digital communications solutions in the Kingdom of Bahrain.
Batelco serves government, corporate, consumer and global markets in one of the most competitive environments in the MENA region. The company’s comprehensive portfolio includes mobile, internet, data, cloud services and data center solutions from Batelco’s Tier III certified facilities.
Growing in the digital space, Batelco has recently launched four new digital brands, Beyon Money, Beyon Connect, Beyon Cyber and Beyon Solutions, introducing a wide range of related services including a financial super app, digital mailboxes, cyber security solutions and business solutions for the growing corporate market, in Bahrain and beyond.