iDirect Hub DVB-S2 (Evolution) in Karachi and Mini Hub 5IF (iNFINITY) in Quetta are operational.

PDL and SBP Signed Agreement for Countrywide Setup and Maintenance Support of Corporate Private VSAT Network

It is our pleasure to announce a milestone in signing of agreement between Pak Datacom Limited and The State Bank of Pakistan to deploy, operate and maintain the entire satellite based network of Pakistan’s Central Bank (SBP). 

The scope of work includes provisioning of iDirect based Private Hub in SBP H/O Karachi and installation of remotes on all branch offices across Pakistan. 

The setup provided by Pak Datacom Limited to commission a private VSAT based Corporate Network through acquisition of a Satellite Hub will give the Central Bank liberty to enhance its performance manifolds.

Pak Datacom Ltd. one of the largest and most reliable data network operators in Pakistan has signed a multi-year, multi-million dollar agreement as O3b’s exclusive supplier of services into the Pakistan market.  The agreement will provide national and international satellite capacity to all borders of Pakistan.

This agreement is of great value for the Pakistani market as fiber quality, high speed internet and data connectivity would be provided through satellite to any location of Pakistan where no other connectivity is available.

“We are excited about the possibilities O3b’s technology will bring to our market. The Pakistan market will remain reliant on satellite technology, due to terrain limitations that prevent the deployment of reliable, cost effective fiber optic and backhaul networks. O3b’s Medium Earth Orbit satellites provide us with fiber like capacity and cutting edge backhaul solutions, to address the burgeoning needs of fixed and mobile operators in Pakistan. O3b’s technology puts Pak Datacom in a unique position to provide continuous capacity that will intercept the increasing demand we see for high bandwidth services.” Ali Akhtar Bajwa, CEO/MD, Pak Datacom Ltd.

“We are pleased to add Pak Datacom to our growing list of exclusive resellers in our key markets. Pak Datacom has reserved sufficient capacity to provide national coverage, totaling some 1728 Megahertz of raw capacity. Countries like Pakistan are well positioned to provide back office support to the global business community; provided they have the right connectivity solution. This is great news for mobile operators in the country in need of low cost, high quality capacity to relieve network congestion and address the increasing challenge of lower network ARPU’s (average revenue per user)” John Finney, EVP Sales and Marketing, O3b Networks.

About O3b Networks Ltd.

O3b Networks is building a new fiber-quality, satellite-based, global Internet backbone for telecommunications operators (telcos) and Internet service providers (ISP’s) in emerging markets. The O3b Networks system will combine global reach and the speed of a fiber-optic network. With investments and operational support from SES WORLD SKIES, Google Inc. Liberty Global, Inc. HSBC Principal Investments, Northbridge Venture Partners and Allen & Company, the O3b system will provide telcos and ISP’s with a low-cost, high-speed alternative to connect their 3G, WiMAX and fixed-line networks to the rest of the world. This will allow billions of consumers and businesses in more than 150 countries to benefit from high-speed Internet connectivity for educational, medical and commercial applications. O3b Networks’ headquarters is in St. John, Jersey, Channel Islands. Ground systems and technical development are managed through its wholly owned subsidiary in Englewood, Colorado.

About Pak Datacom Limited

Pak Datacom Limited is one of the largest and most reliable data network operators in Pakistan. The company is capable of providing multi-tier services like GSM Backhauling through different modes of communication. In order to reach as many remote locations as possible, PDL has recently expanded its network. The company is continuously expanding its network and support centers to reach as many remote locations as possible and to facilitate different businesses that need resilient and secure data networks. Many multinational and Government organizations are relying on Pak Datacom for smooth and secure transfer of information, with unmatched operations and maintenance support.

To download images from the signing, please visit: http://www.timbismedia.com/signing

For further information on O3b, please contact:

Luisa Sorrentino, VP, Marketing Communications, O3b Networks Ltd.
Phone: +31 629508524
Email: luisa.sorrentino@o3bnetworks.com
Website: http://www.o3bnetworks.com/.

For further information on Pak Datacom Limited, please contact:

Syed Hussain Raza, DGM (Marketing), Pak Datacom Ltd.
Email: raza@pakdatacom.com.pk

Hasan Iftikhar, Marketing Executive, Pak Datacom Ltd. 
Email: hasan@pakdatacom.com.pk 

Website: http://www.pakdatacom.com.pk

Islamabad, 7 September: Pak Datacom Ltd (PDL), one of the largest and most reliable data network operators in Pakistan and O3b Networks,  the developer of a new fiber-quality, satellite based, global connectivity solution  have signed a multi-year, multi-million dollar joint venture agreement seeking Pak Datacom as O3b’s supplier of services into the Pakistan market.  The agreement will provide national and international satellite capacity across Pakistan.

This agreement is of great value to the Pakistani market as fiber quality, high speed internet and data connectivity would be provided through satellite to any location of Pakistan where no other connectivity is available.

To officially introduce these joint services into the Pakistani market, a launch event was held at a local hotel here on Wednesday 7th September. Top executives from many organizations across various sectors including Telecom, Defence and ISPs were present on this occasion with Saeed Ahmed Khan, Secretary IT & Telecom as the Chief Guest. Mr. Saeed spoke about the overall industry and importance of satellite communication in the hard to reach areas of Pakistan where the terrestrial network is not available.

Others who attended the event and spoke on the occasion included Ali Raza Bhutta, Managing Director Pak Datacom Ltd, Parvez Iftikhar, CEO of Universal Service Fund and Steve Collar, CEO of O3b Networks Ltd.

Mr. Ali Raza Bhutta, Managing Director Pak Datacom Ltd. gave an overview of the company’s achievements in recent years. He also elaborated on how PDL is playing an integral part in the overall improvement of the data communication industry and the introduction of new technologies.

Steve Collar, CEO of O3b Networks talked about O3b’s unique service solution and how it was going to have a positive impact on the region in many aspects.

He said, “I am pleased and excited about the possibilities our unique Medium Earth Orbit technology will bring to the Pakistani market and look forward to seeing the positive impact it has for development to the region”.  

About Pak Datacom Limited

Pak Datacom Limited is one of the largest and most reliable data network operators in Pakistan. The company is capable of providing multi-tier services like GSM Backhauling through different modes of communication. In order to reach as many remote locations as possible, PDL has recently expanded its network. The company is continuously expanding its network and support centers to reach as many remote locations as possible and to facilitate different businesses that need resilient and secure data networks. Many multinational and Government organizations are relying on Pak Datacom for smooth and secure transfer of information, with unmatched operations and maintenance support.

About O3b Networks Limited

O3b Networks is building a new fiber-quality, satellite-based, global Internet backbone for telecommunications operators (telcos) and Internet service providers (ISPs) in emerging markets.  The O3b Networks system will combine global reach and the speed of a fiber-optic network.  With investments and operational support from SES, Google, Liberty Global, HSBC Principal Investments, Northbridge Venture Partners, Allen & Company, Development Bank of Southern Africa, Sofina and Satya Capital, the O3b system will provide telcos and ISPs with a low-cost, high-speed alternative to connect their 3G, WiMAX and fixed-line networks to the rest of the world.  This will allow billions of consumers and businesses in more than 150 countries to benefit from high-speed Internet connectivity for educational, medical and commercial applications. O3b Networks’ headquarters is in St. John, Jersey, Channel Islands.

 For more information please contact:

 Syed Hussain Raza, DGM (Marketing), Pak Datacom Ltd.

raza@pakdatacom.com.pk

 Ms. Luisa Sorrentino, VP Marketing Communications O3b Networks Ltd.

luisa.sorrentino@o3bnetworks.com

December 20, 2011: PDL today announced that its board of directors has appointed Salman Malik as Managing Director and Chief Executive.   

“We are glad to have Salman Malik to lead PDL,” said Mr. Ali Raza Bhutta, the Chairman of the Board of Directors. “He has been appointed to provide renewed leadership to the company and to successfully implement its strategy for delivery of better quality services to our valued customers. We expect that with Mr. Malik the company will be able to improve its financial performance and will take advantage of the market opportunities. Salman Malik is a technology visionary with a proven track record of execution. He is a strong communicator who is customer focused with sound leadership capabilities."

Salman Malik said, “I am honored and passionate to lead PDL. This is a great company that has a proven track record earning the industry’s respect as a strong, trustworthy and competent organization with a professional team and an impressive clientele. I look forward to steering the company to its next phase of growth both in terms of business as well as client service," he added.