Blog: Ufone, Mobilink ink tower sharing agreement

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Mobilink Pakistan’s largest cellular service provider and a subsidiary of Orascom Telecom Holding (OTH), and Ufone, have signed an accord for tower sharing, setting an example of unique collaboration.

The agreement was signed between Rashid Khan, President and CEO of Mobilink, and Abdul Aziz, President and CEO of Ufone at the Mobilink House.

This collaborative effort is in line with the initiatives taken by the Pakistan Telecom Authority (PTA) and the federal government to encourage cellular providers to drive greater efficiencies while reducing the carbon footprint.

Abdul Aziz, said,

"Ufone has had a keen interest in exploring newer avenues for our "Go Green" initiative and this tower sharing alliance is another step forward to further enhance our initiative. With this alliance,we have moved ahead to ensure customers have seamless connectivity no matter where they are in the country. This follows similar alliances with other operators hence allows us to create a positive network layout most beneficial to the customer".

Rashid Khan said,

"This alliance is mutually beneficial and will also facilitate us to better align ourselves with our strategic initiatives and become greener. This will further enhance Mobilink's coverage footprint, already the widest, hence, bringing more value to the customer which is our top priority."