Supernet & Avara Secure PKR 250M Project for Pakistan’s Telecom Infrastructure

Supernet Limited (“Supernet”) announced today that they, in conjunction with their Australian technology partner Avara Technologies Pty Ltd (“Avara”) have been awarded a new project worth approximately PKR 250 million within a long-term program that they were awarded in 2021 by a major Pakistani customer to improve Pakistan’s telecom infrastructure.

The new project valued at approximately PKR 250 million constitutes Phase 3 of the program for the supply of multiservice multiplexers and associated operations, maintenance, warranty and support services. The program includes establishment of a repair facility in Pakistan and transfer of knowledge through an expansive training program enabling in-country engineers and technicians to rectify faults throughout the equipment’s lifecycle.

Avara’s DynaFlex product family is a flexible, fully featured, access multiplexer with powerful cross-connect and protection capabilities. With the ability to handle a wide range of interfaces like POTS, SCADA, Ethernet, Serial Data and Tele-Protection, the DynaFlex platform is an ideal choice for transporting mission critical TDM services over PDH, SDH, Ethernet or MPLS-TP packet-based interfaces. DynaFlex offers a broad range of hot pluggable channel cards to complement a range of physical interfaces in a modular manner.

In 2021 Supernet and Avara successfully delivered in time the first batch of DynaFlex multiplexers under Phase 1 of the program despite supply chain and logistics challenges due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The delivery for Phase 2 is under implementation with the newly awarded Phase 3 expected to reach completion towards the tail end of 2022.

Ali Akhtar. Supernet’s Head of BU, Telecoms & Defense and Lasha Aponso, CEO, Avara jointly stated, “This is a major triumph for us right at the start of 2022 and we are thrilled to have been awarded this new project. It reaffirms the trust and satisfaction of the customers in our products and services. On the back of this victory, we’re charging full steam ahead with our plans to expand business in Pakistan.”

PTCL, SCO to explore collaborative opportunities for upscaling services nationwide, especially AJK, GB

Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Special Communication Organization (SCO)at PTCL Headquarter Islamabad to explore potential collaborative opportunities for growth of telecom services across Pakistan, with special focus on AJK and GB.

The signing ceremony was attended by HatemBamatraf, President & GCEO, PTCL &Ufone and Major Gen Muhammad Shahid Siddeeq, DG SCO, along with senior officials from both organizations.

The MoU will facilitate multi-level cooperation between the leading telecom players to foster resource efficiency and growth of telecom services nationwide, especially in the remote mountainous regions of AJK and GB. The arrangement will facilitate passive network sharing and SCO’s backhaul support for the launch of PTCL’s Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) service in AJK & GB through its 3500 MHz spectrum.

The telecom operators will offer their respective fiber assets for backup/redundancy to ensure uninterrupted high-quality services on a reciprocal basis and jointly build access networks in cantonments and other similar locations.

In addition, the companies will undertake multiple collaborative ventures including Multi-Operator Radio Access Network (MORAN), active elements sharing of cellular network, data national roaming and a range of other ICT solutions to increase their incremental revenues as well as deliver high-quality telecom services to their customers round the clock.

On the occasion, HatemBamatraf, President & GCEO, PTCL &Ufone, said, “We are excited to collaborate with SCO to expand our shared ambition of bringing superior telecommunication services to our customers. Together, we will help bridge the digital divide in the country, especially in the remote regions to help unlock their full potential.”

On the occasion, Major Gen Muhammad Shahid Siddeeq, DG SCO said, “We are pleased to partner with PTCL for upscaling telecom services in AJK and GB, where SCO has played an instrumental in connecting the masses through high-quality internet and cellular services. Through our efforts, we hope to providean inclusive and equitable environment that will ensure progress and growth.”

PTCL being a national company,endeavors to contribute towards the economic development and prosperity of Pakistan.

PTCL Group wins the prestigious Global Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Benchmark (GDEIB) Award in five categories

In recognition of its forward-looking human resource practices and work culture, PTCL Group has won the prestigious Global Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Benchmark (GDEIB) Award in five categories. The achievement highlights the Group’s standing as a progressive and wholly employee-centric organization with unique attributes that have been validated previously as well.

Global Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Benchmarks (GDEIB) are global standards developed by The Centre for Global Inclusion (CBI) , with more than 112 experts from across the world. The standards help organizations across the world determine their strategy and measure progress in managing diversity and fostering inclusion to strive for excellence in their respective fields.

This year, PTCL Group won the prestigious award in five categories, thereby reinforcing its reputation as one of the most progressive organizations in the country. Among these three; Vision, strategy, and Business impact; Work-life integration, flexibility and benefits; and Assessment, Measurement, and Research were categorized as proactive whereas the other two; DEI Communications and Community, Government Relations, and Philanthropy were categorized in progressive stage.

The GDEIB, ‘Diversity Hub’, a center of expertise with HR Metrics, Islamabad, holds annual awards to celebrate the accomplishments of organizations in GDEIB in 15 categories on a maturity scale of 1-5. Award submissions are reviewed by globally renowned jury members through a democratic review process.

Commenting on the achievement, Group Chief Human Resource Officer, PTCL & Ufone, Syed Mazhar Hussain said, “We are thrilled to receive outstanding recognition at the GDEIB Awards for diversity and inclusion at PTCL. As an organization, we believe in making sustained efforts to foster gender and cultural diversity and continuously strive to provide an environment for these changes to take root. We are glad that we have been able to provide a favorable and equitable working environment and growth-oriented culture to our diverse teams.”

PTCL Group has strongly established itself as one of the most forward-looking organizations in terms of inclusivity, equity, and acceptance. The GDEIB Award is the second of its kind to acknowledge the Group’s credentials in this regard this year, following its success at the Pakistan Society of Human Resource Management (PSHRM) Awards earlier this year.

Pakistan Telecommunication Authority

Mobile operators start offering free calling in Murree and Galliat

Islamabad (9th January,2022) In view of emergency situation in Murree and Galliat areas, mobile phone users, currently present in these areas with no balance, have immediately been provided with free on-net calling facility. On the directions of PTA, cellular mobile operators have extended free calling facility on their own network to users with zero balance, stranded in Galliat areas. Users may contact their concerned operators for more info. Moreover, PTA has also directed all telecom operators to ensure uninterrupted services to users and keep enough back up arrangments in case of power outages.

Ufone 4G enables free calls for tourists stranded in Murree, suburbs

Pakistani telecom operator, Ufone 4G has enabled free calling facility to tourists stranded in Murree and suburbs so that they can access help or stay connected with their loved ones during the recent snowstorm induced catastrophe that struck the hill station.

The service is a bid to aid the ongoing rescue operation so that further loss is prevented by helping people connect with their loved ones and the authorities to ensure their safe evacuation. The raging snowstorm has forced shops and markets to close down and mobile balance is unavailable in large parts of the tourist destination. However, Ufone is making sure that its users are able to connect even if they are out of mobile balance.

The company has offered free Ufone to Ufone and PTCL calls for tourists stranded in Murree, Nathiagali and suburbs who can simply dial *4357# from their handsets.

The free calls come in handy as a lot of people are still stuck and await rescue services or look to intimate their family and friends about their situation. The offer will help save lives and aid the ongoing rescue work by helping locate stranded tourists.

Meanwhile, Ufone and PTCL teams are on the ground in Murree, Nathiagali, and surrounding areas to make sure that users have uninterrupted access to network in this difficult hour.

PTCL Group, TPL Trakker renew partnership for ICT services development

PTCL Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for continuation of its strategic partnership with TPL Trakker, a leading GPS Tracking and IoT services provider in Pakistan. Under the partnership, PTCL Group will provide wireless connectivity and a host of bundled services to TPL Trakker.

The MoU was signed at TPL Trakker head office in Karachi by Zarrar Hasham Khan, Group Chief Business Solutions Officer, PTCL & Ufone and Sarwar Ali Khan, CEO, TPL Trakker, in presence of senior officials from both organizations.

On the occasion, GCBSO, PTCL & Ufone, Zarrar Hasham Khan said, “As the largest integrated ICT player in Pakistan, PTCL Group is focused on accelerating the process of digitization in the country. We are proud of our collaboration with TPL Trakker to introduce Internet of Things (IoT) solutions to stimulate efficiency and productivity across various sectors. Innovation in digital technology remains a strategic priority for PTCL Group and our Business Solutions continue to enable small, medium and large enterprises for their digital transformation journeys and to bring the dream of a digital Pakistan to fruition.”

On the occasion, CEO, TPL Trakker, Sarwar Ali Khan, said, “Our renewed partnership with PTCL Group will help us achieve nationwide coverage in terms of reach and connectivity. This will serve as an outlet to strategically enhance the collaboration towards digital mapping and IoT. Local players grasp local challenges better than anyone and we are confident to make the most out of our future business opportunities. TPL Trakker believes in delivering high value solutions to a diverse range of consumers across the country.”

Over the years, PTCL Group has undertaken sustained efforts to expand and modernize its infrastructure and services portfolio to facilitate individual and business customers. Being the national telecommunications carrier, the Group forges strategic collaborations with ICT players to foster digital inclusion and usher in a digital revolution in the country vis-à-vis the government of Pakistan’s ‘Digital Pakistan’ vision.

As a provider of superior quality GPS, GSM and Satellite Mobile Asset Tracking Management and Information Solutions, TPL Trakker perfectly shares PTCL’s ambition of fostering digital innovation in the country. The company’s Car Tracking Units, Software, Operational and Project Management Expertise, Deployment, Data Evaluation, and Consultancy bring modern solutions and create immense value for business customers

Supernet Wins Major Optical Fiber Supply and Deployment Project worth PKR 150 million

Islamabad, January 05: Supernet Limited (“Supernet”) has secured a sizeable telecommunications infrastructure development project from a Pakistani mobile network operator.

The project valued at over PKR 150 million includes the supply of optical fiber and associated equipment and its deployment in different areas of Punjab. The total length of different segments constituting this project is approximately 140 kilometres.

With this project, Supernet has reached a significant milestone of 1,000 kilometres of optical fiber supply and deployment projects awarded by mobile network operators in Pakistan.

Head of Business Unit-Telecoms & Defense at Supernet, Ali Akhtar said: “We are excited to play our part in the expansion of telecommunications infrastructure in Pakistan and supporting the proliferation of communications and digital services by mobile network operators in the country. We are ever grateful to our customers for repeatedly trusting Supernet. The optical fiber business line is a relatively new endeavour for Supernet and the 1,000 kilometres mark is a testament to our capabilities and the springboard for further growth in this segment. This is a strong start to 2022 and we will strive to keep the momentum going.”

Supernet Limited, one of Pakistan’s leading telecommunications service provider and systems integrator, has been operating since 1995. Supernet offers a full portfolio of local-to-global integrated communications infrastructure solutions to Telecoms, Defense, Enterprise and Government entities.

Supernet’s “Connectivity” products and services include a broad spectrum of Wide Area Network (WAN) and Metropolitan Area Network (MAN) solutions based on satellite, fiber optics, microwave and radios. In recent years, Supernet has established its expertise in domains including cybersecurity, power, networking, and surveillance solutions as part of its “Beyond Connectivity” initiative thereby offering a richer portfolio of solutions and services to customers.

realme Introduces its Most Premium Flagship realme GT 2 Pro

realme, the world’s fastest-growing smartphone brand, officially introduced the realme GT 2 Series in Mainland China. Powered by Snapdragon® 8 Gen 1, the series features realme GT 2 Pro and the Snapdragon® 888-powered realme GT 2. As the most premium flagship line-up ever, the realme GT 2 series is a critical step forward for realme, breaking into the high-end market and bringing new surprises to millions of worldwide users with their innovative technologies and transformative designs.

Sky Li, the Founder and CEO of realme, at realme GT 2 Series Launch Event in Mainland China

Read More: Realme Fastest Growing 5G Android Smartphone Brand With Growth Rate Of 831%

Design

realme collaborates with world-renowned industrial designer Naoto Fukasawa again to create the Industry-first Bio-based polymer design, which is based on the sustainable concept of paper art. After 12 months of research with 63 prototypes, the final realme GT 2 Pro variants incorporated cutting-edge craftsmanship and 0.1mm laser engraving process.

realme GT 2 Series has four color variants – Paper White, Paper Green, Steel Black, Titanium Blue.

Align with the design philosophy of sustainability, the rear shell of realme GT 2 Pro Master Edition is made of SABIC’s LNP ELCRIN bio-based copolymer material, which certificated by ISCC+. As compared to fossil-based alternatives, this material could offer similar performance, while providing two kilograms CO₂ reduction per kilogram of LNP ELCRIN bio-based co-polymer material. Moreover, the sources of SABIC’s bio-based materials are derived from biomass waste or residue that do not compete with the food chains, such as crude tall oil and hydro-treated vegetable oils.

Recyclable Packaging of realme GT 2 Series

Display

The realme GT 2 Pro adopts World’s First 2K AMOLED Flat Display with LTPO 2.0 Technology.

The screen of realme GT 2 Pro received an DisplayMate A+ grade and HDR10+ certification.

realme GT 2 Pro equipped the top industrial screen with 2K UHD resolution up to 525 PPI, protected by the most advanced Corning Gorilla Class Victus. Moreover, its unparalleled color display features 10bit and 1.07 billion, JNCD value 0.5, the color contrast ratio of up to 5,000,000:1, and have HDR10+ certification and DisplayMate A+ grade. Furthermore, it uses the most advanced LPTO 2.0 technology, supporting a 1-120Hz adaptive refresh rate, which provides an exceptionally smooth picture and optimal energy efficiency performance.

Performance

realme GT 2 Pro is powered by the latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Platform. It adopted advanced 4nm process technology and the world’s first ARM v9 architecture, delivering 30% peak performance and sustained efficiency promotions.

The latest Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Platform can reach over 1 million scores in AnTuTu.

realme GT 2 Pro features the industrial largest heat dissipation area at a staggering 36761mm² for up to 3 degrees Celsius of cooling to maximize the chip’s performance. The cooling area is constructed with an all-new 9-layer cooling structure with a 4129mm² Stainless Steel VC area, providing sustained peak performance.

Camera

realme GT 2 Pro adopts a remarkable triple-camera setup featuring the world’s only 150°ultra-wide Camera and a 40x micro-lens camera.

Triple-camera setup featuring the world’s only 150 ° ultra-wide Camera and a 40x micro-lens camera.

The 50MP primary camera draws into IMX766 flagship-level sensor with all pixel Omni-directional PDAF and OIS features.

Besides, the world’s first 150 degree ultra-wide camera could shoot out extreme panoramas, which fit out a 50MP Samsung JN1 sensor paired with 150 degree ultra-wide mode and the world’s first fish-eye mode.

Shot on realme GT 2 Pro 150 degree ultra-wide camera.

The mind-blowing 40X Micro-lens Camera can take extreme close-ups.

Shot on realme GT 2 Pro 40X Micro-lens Camera.

Conclusion

In terms of the overall industry, realme GT 2 Pro, as the most premium flagship, cooperates with the first bio-based master designer, top 2K LTPO AMOLED screen, the latest Snapdragon® 8 Gen 1 Platform, the largest heat sink area, and a powerful but attractive triple camera system. In addition, it also equipped 65W SuperDart Charge, 5000mAh Massive Battery, advanced Antenna Matrix System and Dolby Atmos Dual Stereo Speakers, pre-installed with realme UI 3.0 based on Android 12.

As the performance flagship, realme GT 2 has the same equipment as realme GT 2 Pro, including design, battery, realme UI 3.0, and RAM. It featured 120Hz E4 AMOLED Display, the powerful Snapdragon® 888 5G Processor and Stainless Steel Vapor Cooling Plus, coordinate GT Mode 3.0, which can deliver the same performance experience as GT 2 Pro.

PTCL & Ufone welcome 4th batch of FUEL leadership development program

PTCL Group has welcomed the 4^th batch of its flagship leadership development program, ‘FUEL’ that focuses on carving out the next line of business leaders through two-year immersive training of its most talented and top performing employees.

To welcome the new batch and bid farewell to the graduating batch, an event was organized in Islamabad that was attended by Hatem Bamatraf, President & Group Chief Executive Officer, PTCL & Ufone, along with the top management.

On the occasion, Syed Mazhar Hussain, Group Chief Human Resource Officer, PTCL & Ufone shared his thoughts with the audience & said, “I congratulate the graduating batch and wish them good luck in their professional careers. Moreover, I would like to wholeheartedly welcome the new batch and encourage them to pursue their dreams with enthusiasm and passion. I have always believed that great companies are a reflection of their people. When you have talented people in your company with the right culture & right discipline, they can move mountains.”

PTCL launched FUEL program in 2013 to prepare the next generation of leaders to assume important organizational responsibilities and so far over 100 employees from various functions have been trained thoroughly. However, this year Ufone is also participating in the program that will provide a learning opportunity for mid-level professionals within the company. FUEL is feedback-intensive and transformative in nature that helps the employees in acquiring a clear perspective on their career path and future. The program consists of rigorous development interventions such as certifications, executive coaching, leadership academy in collaboration with LUMS, mobility program, job rotation, etc.

PTCL and Ufone have been recently recognized as the Best Places to Work by the Pakistan Society of Human Resource Management (PSHRM) at its 2021 Annual awards, thereby authenticating the Group’s standing as one of the most employee-centric organizations in the country.

realme Embarks on a New Era with a Sales-first Approach for Pakistan

The company has appointed Harvey He as the new Country Manager for Pakistan and partnered with three leading channel distributors for better consumer outreach across the country.

realme is looking to expand its footprint in Pakistan by ushering a new sales-first era in 2022. With expansion in focus, the company has appointed Harvey He as the new Country Manager for Pakistan and joined hands with three leading channel distributors. These strategic developments underscore a new direction for realme, following the local assembly of its smartphones in Pakistan. The three distributors that realme has taken on-board are Airlink Communications (North Region), United Mobile (Central Region) and Muller & Phipps (South Region).

With New Year just around the corner, Harvey He has taken the helm at realme as Country Manager – Pakistan. Harvey brings with himself a stellar sales management experience and has been acquainted with Pakistan since realme set up shop in the country. He is the Head of Sales for realme Pakistan, Bangladesh & Sri Lanka and has now taken the additional charge as Country Manager – Pakistan, thereby bringing his seasoned understanding of the local smartphone industry to the fore.

Being the fastest growing smartphone brand of the country, Pakistan ranks among the top four markets for realme within South Asia. The brand went on to sell more than two million devices in Pakistan since its entry, which is a testimony of the growing demand for realme smartphones. A local assembly line has also been setup in the country to absorb the rise in demand for realme products which in-turn will bring a lot of benefit to the end-consumer by making product prices even more attractive.

To further bolster its footprint in Pakistan, realme has also partnered with three leading channel distributors namely Airlink Communications, United Mobile and M&P. The onboarding of these distributors amplifies the sales-first approach that is at the heart of realme’s strategy for Pakistan in 2022.

realme strives to provide the ultimate value-for-money and top notch quality in its products, while also being a flag bearer of affordable 5G technology. As a young brand, realme resonates with the youth’s daring spirit and is focused on delivering trendsetting smartphones for young people around the world.