Qatar Telecom said it partnered with Al Wa’ab City Management to create a first-of-its-kind communication infrastructure, deploying the advanced solutions in telecommunications for its major real estate development.

Under the partnership deal, Qtel will provide the network foundations for Al Wa’ab City and develop comprehensive ICT solutions for each phase of the mixed-use community.

Over 2000 residential units, 100,000 sqm of retail and 200,000 sqm of commercial accommodation as well as a world class hotel are being developed and completed in phases in Al Wa'ab City, the city within the city of Doha.

To service this burgeoning residential and business hub a number of dedicated GSM sites for mobile services, high-level fibre connections for Broadband and fixed line services will be installed, as well as innovative in-building solutions for the different elements of the project.

Al Wa’ab City is founded on the vision of developing the first fully integrated community within Doha, a premium retail, leisure and entertainment destination.

Sheikha Hanadi Nasser Bin Khaled Al Thani, the CEO of Al Wa’ab City Management, said: 'Collaboration is at the core of our values and as such, we see this strategic alliance with Qtel as a natural partnership.'

'Al Wa’ab City is a Qatari real estate development aiming to bring people and businesses together, within a self-sustained community inspiring great opportunities.'

'The provision of the highest level of communication services within Al Wa’ab City is a must and will add value to the development; improving the quality of life for residents and enhancing operations for businesses alike,' she added.

Sheikh Saud Nasser Al Thani, the Qtel CEO said: “Qtel has a proud history of working with many of Qatar’s leading developers on the nation’s most important projects, and we are delighted to bring the full weight of our experience to this new development.-TradeArabia News Service