Dubai – Mubasher: Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (du) and Omantel have activated the Oman Emirates Gateway (OEG) to enhance connectivity between the UAE and Oman, according to a press release.

The 275 kilometers international fibre optic submarine cable system connects three strategic international data centers: datamena DX1 in Dubai, Equinix MC1 in Barka, and Equinix SN1 in Salalah.

OEG is expected to reshape the digital landscape of the region by providing a seamless express connection and backing the area's evolution into a global telecommunications hub.

This initiative boosts the operational efficiency of existing networks and systems while improving speed, expanding connectivity, and elevating customer experiences with advanced commercial offerings.

The activation will secure key services, including as comprehensive resilience through dual routes (terrestrial and subsea). This will  guarantee reliability and optimal network performance.

Developed to support emerging technologies, the system infrastructure will ensure long-term sustainability and scalability. It will provide faster cloud access and a direct connection to key data centers, providing global access to facilitate international business growth in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.

The partnership will reinforce du and Omantel's positions as leading wholesale players in the telecommunications industry, in addition to boosting economic growth and technological innovation in both the UAE and Oman.

Karim Benkirane, Chief Commercial Officer of du, said: "This project will be a cornerstone for hyperscalers, content providers, and international carriers, empowering them to enhance their presence in the UAE and Oman, and optimize their operational capability to meet the growing demands of the digital era."

Samy Al Ghassany, Chief Technology and Digital Officer at Omantel, remarked: “This achievement goes beyond mere connectivity; it propels the entire region towards innovation, growth, and global competitiveness.”

In the first quarter (Q1) of 2025, du logged net profits worth AED 722.49 million, an annual rise of 19.80% from AED 602.91 million.