Mobilink continues network expansion across Pakistan

Islamabad (MEDIA)

Mobilink continues to consolidate its market leadership in Pakistan’s cellular industry, with the expansion of its voice and data network across the country. Over the course of 2012, Mobilink has been rapidly establishing new cell-sites to reach out to numerous under-served regions across Pakistan, to enable wider delivery of cutting-edge services throughout Pakistan.

Mobilink’s investment in network expansion is a continuous endeavor, with 2012 alone having seen over 8% growth in cell sites, with the organization’s cellular network now spread over 9,000 sites, the largest within Pakistan’s industry.The cell sites have primarily been set up for improving voice and data capacity and catering to the growing communication needs.

Ramy Reyad Kamel, Chief Technical Officer Mobilink highlighted “This expansion activity is in line with the commitment made by Mr Rashid Khan, our President & CEO at the beginning of 2012 to provide the best cellular experience to our customers. Over the course of the year, we have optimized our infrastructure investment thus enhancing the coverage and capacity of Mobilink’s network across Pakistan.We are committed to consistently enriching our network with newer technologies and services, while continuing to expand our network outreach across Pakistan.”

In a meeting with Prime Minister of Pakistan last month, VimpleCom’s management has pledged an investmentof USD 1 billion into Mobilink’s network reach and technology. The investment will further strengthen Mobilink’s unparalleled growth over the last few years, with the operator continuing to build on its vision to reshape lives through connectivity.

Mobilink’s Technical and Regional teams are consistently working towards expanding connectivity through state-of-the-art technology and cellular services to the remotest regions across the country.