Tecom Investments, a member of Dubai Holding, has signed a deal with du to offer WiFi services from April in public areas within its free zone clusters - Dubai Internet City, Dubai Media City and Knowledge Village. The deal will create a community network and broaden the range of user friendly services Tecom offers within the free zones.
Abdul Latif Al Mulla, CEO of Tecom Investments, said: "Since its inception, Tecom Investments has endeavoured to provide innovative services and an enhanced brand experience to its business partners.
"Staying connected is vital for today's business in an increasingly technology-driven world. It is imperative we provide the necessary infrastructure to our visitors, business partners and students, and help them communicate in the most convenient manner." Osman Sultan, chief executive officer of du, said: "We will provide the technology and support required to create an efficient and consistent networking system for Tecom entities.
"The deal will ensure that everyone benefits from du's WiFi services so that they are not restricted to their desks. This is part of our constant efforts to offer customers the best communications experience. "
Currently, du has an exclusive agreement with Starbucks Coffee Company to provide WiFi services in all its outlets within the free zones. - Gulf News
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