Oman service provider Omantel and Chinese technology provider FiberHome say they have launched a joint R&D Centre to pioneer next-generation network solutions.
Omantel says the joint research and development centre is dedicated to advancing intelligent solutions in next-generation fibre networks and telecommunications technologies.
It adds that the centre will serve as an integrated platform, bringing together academic insight and real-world expertise. It will link Chinese institutions such as Wuhan University and FiberHome’s research hubs with Omantel’s operational capabilities and local partners to accelerate the development and deployment of intelligent solutions.
As part of the collaboration, the two companies say they have successfully conducted a live trial of 50GPON technology, achieving speeds of up to 50 gigabits per second—ten times faster than current fibre technologies.
The trial highlights the potential for delivering ultra-high-speed connectivity to support edge computing, artificial intelligence, smart cities, and Industry 4.0 applications, cornerstones of the digital economy.
The centre will focus on developing intelligent solutions for the operation and maintenance of telecom networks, emphasising the creation of functional prototypes ready for real-world deployment in local and regional markets. This, says Omantel, opens new horizons for innovation and customising technologies to meet the evolving demands of the next digital phase.
It adds that this partnership marks a significant step in Omantel’s innovation roadmap, placing advanced technology at the heart of economic and social development.
