Muscat, Oman
Ooredoo has successfully tested a next-generation indoor 5G solution at Muscat Grand Mall, marking the first-ever deployment of compact 5G indoor radio units in Oman. Achieving download speeds exceeding 1 Gbps, Ooredoo set a new benchmark in Q1 2025 for indoor mobile performance in high-capacity venues.
Dr. Jihad bin Ahmed Al Ansari, Acting Chief Technology and Information Officer at Ooredoo, commented: “This milestone highlights our commitment to bringing innovative connectivity to Oman. By pioneering indoor 5G, we are delivering a future-ready experience that meets the digital needs of our customers while laying the foundation for smarter venues and more connected communities.”
The project was led by Ooredoo technical teams, in close collaboration with building management at Muscat Grand Mall, who facilitated the deployment. The test also leveraged advanced radio technology provided by Ooredoo’s strategic partner, Huawei. Together, the teams delivered a live mall deployment that enhanced end-user experiences with significantly improved indoor speed and coverage, demonstrating the strength of collaboration in advancing digital infrastructure.
This achievement brings Ooredoo’s vision of advancing Oman’s smart city ambitions and modern infrastructure development, in line with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040. By enhancing digital infrastructure in high-footfall environments, Ooredoo is helping businesses and property owners boost user experience, reduce operational complexity, and future-proof their facilities.
As the rollout expands to additional locations in Q4 2025, Ooredoo continues to lead Oman’s 5G digital transformation, empowering users with faster, smarter, and more reliable connections wherever they go.
For more information about Ooredoo’s 5G solutions, visit www.ooredoo.om.