Oman Telecommunications Company (Omantel) Overview
Pro stress-test →Omantel is the first telecommunications company in Oman and is the primary provider of internet services in the country. The company offers mobile voice and data, fixed line services, internet services, ICT services, broadband services, data center services, managed services, home internet plans, and 5G services. The government of Oman owns a 51% share in Omantel.
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →Omantel is Oman's largest telecommunications provider by market share with strong regional expansion through a 21.9 percent stake in Kuwait's Zain Group and a joint venture called Zain Omantel International. Omantel is the first telecommunication operator in Oman to launch a 5G network.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →Omantel has three main competitors: Qatar's Ooredoo, Vodafone and the domestic Awasr but as the former incumbent has retained the largest market share by customer. Other competitors include Ooredoo Oman, Zain Group, Emirates Telecommunications Group, and Etihad Etisalat (Mobily).
Industry Context
Oman Telecommunications Company (Omantel) operates in Telecommunications Services.
Key facts
Founded: 1970 · Headquarters: Muscat, Oman · Revenue: $8.5B · Market cap: $2.34B