Ooredoo officially marks launch in Myanmar

Ooredoo officially launched its mobile services in Myanmar with an event on August 14. The operator has rolled out a new network using next generation UMTS900 technology, which offers customers in Myanmar a world-class 3G service with clear voice calls and fast Internet, as well as providing a solid foundation for a future move into 4G services.

Ooredoo has currently launched in Myanmar’s three major cities and surrounding regions, initially covering 68 cities and towns and 7.8 million people. The network will rapidly extend beyond these three main cities to include 25 million people by the end of the year.

With top-up vouchers available from just US$1, and for sale at 30,000 outlets across the country in addition to the 6,500 dealers selling Ooredoo SIM cards, the company is focused on ensuring accessibility for all. It has also launched a series of introductory Internet bundles and chat packs.