Batelco to offer free WiFI services at tourist spots

04/02/2018 06:48 AST

Bahrain's leading telecom services operator Batelco has partnered with Ministry of Works, Municipal Affairs and Urban Planning to provide free internet services across the kingdom covering key tourist attractions and other public facilities such as parks, gardens and coastlines.

The Batelco announcement comes following the directives of HRH Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa. This service will be available for all citizens and residents and tourists.

Under this offer, Batelco customers will automatically connect to the WiFi once they enter the area that is covered by the services, while others will be able to access the free internet through a specialized web page.

On the new service, Chairman Shaikh Mohammed bin Khalifa Al Khalifa said: "Batelco values the directives of HRH Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa to provide internet services in public spaces across the kingdom and Batelco is committed towards providing Smart City solutions to support the kingdom’s efforts in maintaining its position in the global market place."

"This initiative reiterates Batelco’s support and commitment towards the Kingdom’s 2030 vision," he added.

Batelco Bahrain CEO Mohamed Bubashait said: "The Prime Minister’s directives aim to strengthen the kingdom’s position as a leading regional communications hub, attracting further commercial investments and attracting more tourists and visitors to Bahrain."

Following the Prime Minister’s directives, Batelco has put the initiative into effect in cooperation with the Ministry of Works, Municipal Affairs and Urban Planning.”

Several locations already have operational internet services including the Bahrain International Circuit, Seef Mall Muharraq and Seef Mall Seef District, as well as other commercial complexes.

The service will soon be available in other key locations across the kingdom including Prince Khalifa Park, Al Estaqaili park in Riffa, A’ali Walkway, Adhari Park, Tubli Walkway, Al Andalus Park and Al Salmaniya Park.

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