**Communications Network Ready for 2016 Event**

Batelco is proud to be the headline sponsor and official telecommunications partner of Bahrain International Air Show 2016 (BIAS 2016). Once again, for the 4^th edition of the prestigious event, Batelco is providing a range of comprehensive communications solutions to meet the international standards required.

Batelco’s communication network at the Air Show site facilitates world-class connectivity for the organisations, corporate guests and visitors to the show. Additionally, the network ensures that the international media representatives covering the event benefit from uninterrupted and reliable services which facilitate seamless communications between them and their publishing houses, wherever globally located. Furthermore, the network design ensures that exhibitors participating at the onsite exhibition and guests in the corporate lounges have world class connectivity.

The network comprises of dedicated high speed internet at both the Trade and Public Arena. The network also makes use of voice connectivity, unified communications and IP telephony services, which cater for all voice and data needs both locally and internationally.

The telecom giant will ensure business continuity throughout the three day event with Batelco’s network technical team present at the BIAS grounds at all times in case any support is required. Providing backup support, Batelco’s Network Operations Centre (NOC) personnel will be monitoring the networks continuously to immediately resolve any communication disruptions if found.

Batelco is fully committed to the advancement of the Bahrain economy and through the Company’s crucial role on such occasions as the Air Show contributes significantly to the Kingdom’s prosperity and development.