Ookla and the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Oman Announce Collaboration

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Ookla^®, an internationally recognized leader in network testing and intelligence, and the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of the Sultanate of Oman (TRA), are engaging in a collaborative arrangement as part of TRA’s aim to leverage the latest technologies and up-to-date insights for understanding mobile and fixed broadband performance across Oman. This comes at a time when 5G rollout in the country is gaining momentum, and Ookla’s enterprise solutions and first-party data is set to empower TRA in assessing the adoption of 5G networks in the Sultanate. This collaboration should help drive network improvements in Oman, delivering significant new value to local mobile operators who build the networks and the consumers who rely on them.

“Millions of people use Speedtest to measure their internet performance every day,” said Ookla co-founder and CEO Doug Suttles. “With our consumer-initiated methodology, powerful cross-platform testing engine and global network of high-throughput servers, Ookla is a definitive source for 5G network intelligence and measurement. Ookla works with many regulators in the GCC states and beyond to provide actionable insights into the performance of national 5G networks as they evolve. We are thrilled to assist and support the TRA as they seek to drive the development of the telecommunications sector in Oman.”

Given the complexity of today’s telecoms networks, operators and regulators face significant challenges in understanding end-user network experience and in optimizing network performance. Simply identifying areas with inadequate connectivity can be a struggle. Ookla’s high-caliber network intelligence solutions will give the TRA an insightful view of network performance in Oman, and allow it to benchmark against its regional peers. This effort further aligns with the goals of the Oman 2040 vision of preparing for the impacts of technology and the digital transformation taking place in the Sultanate.

“Ookla’s unique data insights will help TRA identify weak spots and consequently guide network operators to improve their networks, in turn creating a better experience for the Omani people,” said TRA Executive Manager Strategic Planning Unit Engr. Ahmed Hassan Al Haddabi. “We look forward to leveraging Ookla’s data to assist us in making informed decisions for advancing Oman’s ranking internationally in support of the government’s Oman 2040 vision.”

Over the course of their engagement, both companies will work together to analyze mobile and fixed broadband performance in order to drive improvement in the network performance landscape in Oman.

About Ookla^®

Ookla^® is a global leader in network intelligence and connectivity insights. For almost two decades, Ookla has set the industry standard for both fixed and mobile network testing and analysis. From its world-renowned Speedtest^® and Downdetector^® platforms to an accompanying and growing suite of end-to-end enterprise solutions, Ookla’s mission is to make the internet better, faster, and more accessible for everyone.

Ookla’s enterprise solutions combine first-party crowdsourced data and scientifically controlled testing with tools that provide actionable insights across a network’s lifecycle and customer experience. Our insights empower operators, businesses, government agencies, nonprofits, and more to analyze, optimize, and publicize networks around the world.

Ookla is part of Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD), a vertically focused digital media and internet company whose portfolio includes leading brands in technology, entertainment, shopping, health, cybersecurity, and martech. Ookla's headquarters is located in Seattle, WA, USA with additional offices around the world.

About The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Oman

The Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (TRA) is the implementing authority of the Sultanate of Oman’s telecommunications policies. It was established in 2002 to liberalize and promote the telecommunications services in the Sultanate under the Telecommunications Act which was issued under the Royal Decree No. 30/2002. In 2012, the Telecommunication Regulatory Authority was mandated to regulate Oman’s Postal Sector in accordance with the Postal Service Regulatory Law, which was issued by the Royal Decree 71/2012 and its Executive Regulation Issued by TRA Decision No. (89/2013) to reform, liberalize and develop the market within the Sultanate.

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