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PTCL and Wateen Signs Rs. 1.25 Bln Contracts From USF for Broadband and Optic Fiber Projects

24 November 2009

Universal Service Fund awarded telecom contracts worth Rs. 1.25 Billion for providing Broadband Internet in the un-served urban areas of Hazara Telecom Region (HTR) with PTCL and Wateen Telecom and Optic Fiber connectivity to un-served tehsils of Central Balochistan with Wateen Telecom. SEVP-Corporate Development-PTCL, Sikandar Naqi and General Manager-Wateen Telecom, Mazhar Qayum Butt signed these [...]

Cellphone Operators Reluctant to Adopt 3G Technology

15 November 2009

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Third generation technology or what is popularly known as 3G provides typical services like wireless voice telephony and broadband wireless data, all in a mobile environment. With a capability for high-speed wireless data transfer, the 3G has enhanced and made possible a myriad of additional applications. Mobile network operators and telecommunications service providers the world over are embracing recently adopted 3G wireless standards in a bid to cater to the demand of emerging users and to offer new services to their customers. Cellular operators in Pakistan seem not in favour of acquiring 3G technology as they believe this is not the appropriate time for it. No GSM (global system for mobile) operator has so far adopted 3G technology in the country.

Zaffar Iqbal Chaudary Joined as GM HR Wateen Telecom

4 November 2009

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It has been reported that Wateen has appointed new General Manager for HR as per company sources. Zaffar Iqbal Chaudary has joined as GM HR, however, official announcement has not been made yet. We could not arrange official version from Wateen regarding this. However, it has been confirmed through multiple sources that Zaffar Iqbal has taken the charge.

Wateen 1Lac Broadband Users Celebrations Lucky Draw “Win Prizes Every Hour”

13 September 2009

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“In celebration of achieving the milestone of 100,000 Broadband users, Wateen gives all its existing and new customers a chance to “Win prizes every hour”. Lucky draws will be held all through the months of September and October, in which you can win:-

Wateen Powers Royal Palm Golf Club with WiMax

2 August 2009

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Wateen, Pakistan’s premier communication & media service provider, has signed a contract, which setups a Wateen WIFI Zone including a state of the art online gaming facility at the prestigious Royal Palm Golf and Country Club, which is spread over 140 acres of land and offers a serene backdrop for business, pleasure and social interaction [...]