Zain Bahrain has collaborated with LSS Technologies, one of the country’s major technology solutions and system integrators, to fulfill a groundbreaking street lighting alternative to boost 5G deployment at Bahrain Bay, creating the country’s first telecom to attain such a landmark by providing the latest 5G technologies that lead to the progress toward Vision 2030.
A leading telecommunications industry innovator in the kingdom, Zain said the innovative street light solution turns existing street lights into Zain 5G sites, blending seamlessly with the city infrastructure.
The new solution aims to boost both 4G and 5G coverage and provide reliable connectivity for a great end-user experience, it stated.
The solution contributes to the Zain Bahrain Sustainability Strategy that aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG): Goal 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure, Goal 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities, and Goal 12 Responsible Consumption and Production.
Zain Bahrain’s strategy is centered around digital transformation leadership and is committed to building a secure and resilient 5G network. It will continue to expand its 5G network progressively with the latest innovative solution across the Kingdom.
Zain Bahrain CEO Duncan Howard said: “We are thrilled to be the first telecom operator in the kingdom to complete the innovative 5G street solution in Bahrain Bay’s luxurious development.”
“With this innovative Street solution, we will now be able to deploy more advanced 5G sites across the Kingdom, allowing us to offer better and faster coverage to our customers who demand high bandwidth and always-on connectivity,” he added.
LSS Technologies General Manager Sandeep Ahluwalia said: “We are pleased to partner with Zain Bahrain to deploy 5G services across the Kingdom, leveraging the innovative 5G street solution.”
“Through our partnership with Zain we worked together to design these new compact enclosures, 5G sites in the smallest form factor,” he stated.
Bahrain Bay CEO Gagan Suri said: “Our collaboration with Zain Bahrain will help deliver Bahrain Bay residents and visitors reliable connectivity and enjoy the best experiences and opportunities that 5G offers.”
“Zain has completed a solution that suits our high-end development and expands the network coverage while seamlessly integrating with our existing streetscapes. The deployment highlights Zain’s latest innovation, and with the 5G, it will help transform Bahrain Bay to a smart city,” he added.
