Manama:Batelco by Beyon and Gulf Air Group have signed a five-year Master Service Agreement during Gateway Gulf 2026, further enhancing their longstanding strategic partnership. The agreement was finalized in the presence of Shaikh Abdulla bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Chairman of Beyon Group, and Khalid Hussain Taqi, Chairman of Gulf Air Group.
According to Bahrain News Agency, the agreement solidifies a long-term framework for Batelco by Beyon to support Gulf Air Group with telecommunications and digital services, including a three-year minimum commercial commitment. This partnership will enable Batelco to deliver a wide range of connectivity, cloud, and enterprise solutions to support Gulf Air Group's operations and ongoing digital transformation.
The agreement includes advanced networking, satellite connectivity, and cloud capabilities, all integrated within a single strategic framework. This initiative will also introduce unified communications and messaging solutions, connecting more than 1,000 Gulf Air employees across various locations and enhancing customer communications.
Under this comprehensive framework, Gulf Air Group benefits from streamlined access to Batelco's extensive service portfolio, facilitating faster and more efficient service delivery. The partnership underscores a joint commitment to innovation and digital progress, reinforcing Gulf Air Group's connectivity and operational resilience.
Maitham Abdulla, CEO of Batelco by Beyon, remarked on the importance of this agreement as a significant step in supporting Gulf Air Group's technology objectives, emphasizing the shared commitment to enhancing operations and customer experiences through technology and innovation.
Ahmed Naeemi, CIO of Gulf Air Group, highlighted the agreement's role in strengthening the technology foundation crucial for Gulf Air Group's operations and ambitions, stressing the importance of reliable and seamless connectivity in the aviation sector. The partnership aims to further Gulf Air Group's digital transformation, enhancing efficiency, collaboration, and customer experience.