Mubasher: Bahrain Telecommunication Company (Batelco) has announced that internet traffic exchange platform Manama-IX is ready to enable businesses to interconnect with local, regional, and global networks through its integrated platform, according to a statement released on Tuesday.
Located in Bahrain, Manama-IX is a neutral internet exchange platform interconnecting global carriers, local, and international operators and both content and cloud providers.
“The introduction of Manama-IX is in line with Batelco’s strategy to support Bahrain’s vision for the kingdom as a key digital hub in the region,” Batelco’s chief global business officer, Adel Al-Daylami, commented.
Manama-IX will accelerate the development and enhancement of internet services across the region through the localisation and retaining of regional traffic.
“The platform is now open for business and we have been delighted with the response so far with a number of leading industry players already on board,” Al-Daylami revealed.
