**Communications Network Ready for 2014 Event*

Batelco, as the official telecommunications partner of Bahrain International Circuit (BIC), is delighted once again to be providing its world-class communications services for the 2014 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix.

Batelco’s communication network at the BIC facilitates world-class connectivity for the teams, corporate guests and visitors to the show and also ensures that the international media representatives covering the event can be in touch with their publishing houses around the world, 24/7.

Batelco provides dedicated high speed internet to the BIC which can be used by the teams and Media Centre. The provision of ISDN connectivity for the BIC’s PABX, caters for all voice and data calls both locally and internationally.

Batelco also provides International Private Leased Circuits which may be used by the teams to transfer data back to their home-base after each day of testing or racing. Additionally, Batelco’s Internet services ensures that all the teams, media, sponsors and guests in the Corporate Lounges have world class connectivity if required.

Batelco, a Middle East regional partner of choice to the international carriers, is proud to meet customers’ regional and global requirements from any country to any country across the world, thanks to its 21 active Point-of-Presence (PoP) in the Middle East region and Europe. Batelco continuously looks into expanding its robust presence further to accommodate customers’ requirements.

Furthermore, Batelco’s network technical team will be in place at the BIC throughout the weekend in case any support is required and additionally, Batelco Network Operations Centre personnel will be monitoring the networks around the clock in order to immediately resolve any communication disruptions.

Batelco is delighted to have the opportunity to showcase its delivery of first class products and services including superfast 4G LTE  for participants and guests at the 2014 Grand Prix. Batelco is focused on demonstrating to the world that the Kingdom is at the forefront of technological innovation when it comes to business and customer telecom solutions.