Telecoms news from Maldives

Dhiraagu Upgrades Mobile Data Network - Offers Free Twitter Service

Maldives based mobile network, Dhiraagu has launched HSPA+ network after the completion of successful testing of the technology in greater Male' area. ...more.

Huawei Wins Maldives Network Upgrade Contract

Wataniya Telecom Maldives has signed an agreement with Huawei for the modernization of its Radio Access Network. ...more.

Axell Wireless Boosts Coverage in Narrow Streets Using "Indoor Solution"

Axell Wireless says that it has delivered a unique solution for the provision of mobile network coverage throughout Male, capital of the island nation, the Maldives. ...more.

Aviat Networks to Deliver Trunking Radios to Wataniya Telecom Maldives

Aviat Networks says that it is to supply its recently introduced trunking microwave radios to Wataniya Telecom Maldives. ...more.

Wataniya Telecom Revenues Jump 35% - Profits Surge on Tunisiana Acquisition

Kuwait based Wataniya Telecom has reported its first quarter profits jumped to US$1.03 billion compared to US$58.7 million a year ago. ...more.

Wataniya Boosting Maldives Core Network Capacity

Harris Stratex Networks has been selected by Wataniya Telecom Maldives to upgrade its core transmission network to provide multiple SDH trunks across the islands. ...more.

Dhiraagu Passes Maldives Subscriber Landmark

Maldives based operator, Dhiraagu has announced the connection of 275,000th mobile customer to mobile network. The company also announced the completion of mobile coverage to all inhabited islands, a key milestone in the telecom history of Maldives. ...more.

Wataniya Launches its 3G Service in the Maldives

Wataniya Maldives has launched its 3G network - with an offer of free video calls. Wataniya inaugurated the first 3.5G HSDPA Network in the Maldives on 30th January 2008, but is only now launching its commercial service. ...more.

World Bank Funds Mobile Banking Development in Maldives

The World Bank has approved a US$7.7 million credit to Government of Maldives designed to improve access to financial services by allowing users to access any bank account using their mobile phone. ...more.