Regional Telecom and Alcatel-Lucent launch Iraq’s first 4G LTE network

Details: James Barton; Category: Wireless Networks; 04 June 2013; 12099 views

Iraq’s first 4G LTE network has been launched in the north of the country by service provider Regional Telecom, using equipment provided by Alcatel-Lucent...

Iraq’s first 4G LTE network has been launched in the north of the country by service provider Regional Telecom, using equipment provided by Alcatel-Lucent. Using the Fastlink brand, the network will provide the region with ultra-fast broadband services, including video streaming and business applications.

High-speed mobile broadband will provide significant support to ongoing efforts to revive the Iraqi economy, bringing levels of connectivity needed for business, public sector and consumer applications, particularly at a time when global demand for Internet services continues to grow.

Kawa Junad, Chairman of Regional Telecom, said: “Industry trends make it perfectly clear that high-speed mobile broadband is the major growth opportunity for the foreseeable future. Our 4G LTE services in Northern Iraq, Kurdistan Region, promise a significant contribution to the country’s efforts in further connecting with the global digital community.”