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Mid East Info
10-06-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
e& UAE pioneers world's first high-density XGS-PON technology - Middle East Business News and Information
Next generation technology delivers ultra-fast connectivity with lower space and power use, supporting UAE's green goals and e&'s net-zero drive Abu Dhabi, June 2025 — e& UAE today announced the successful deployment of the world's first 32-ports high-density XGS-PON (10 Gigabit Symmetrical Passive Optical Network) solution, which offers the highest density in industry, marking a major milestone in the evolution of fibre broadband (FBB) services in the UAE. This cutting-edge technology will enable e& UAE to deliver ultra-high-speed, low-latency connectivity to customers while significantly optimising space and power efficiency, supporting both the UAE's sustainability agenda and e&'s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. Marwan Bin Shakar, Acting Chief Technology and Information Officer, e& UAE, said: 'The introduction of our high density XGS-PON solution marks a transformative step in the UAE's broadband evolution, combining speed with sustainability. This milestone underscores our commitment to network excellence and offering world-class customer experiences, fully aligned with our broader sustainability targets. As we pioneer next-generation connectivity, we do so with a clear focus on responsible innovation and purposeful digital progress.' e& UAE's deployment underscores its commitment to environmental responsibility. By leveraging advanced high-density XGS-PON technology, e& UAE minimises energy use and operational waste, contributing to the UAE's broader vision for a sustainable digital economy. In 2023, e& pledged to achieve net-zero carbon emissions (Scope 1 and 2) across its own operations in all markets by 2040, accelerating efforts to combat climate change through innovation. e& UAE continues to invest in next-generation infrastructure, ensuring the nation remains at the forefront of global connectivity. The high-density XGS-PON rollout is a critical step in building a smarter, greener, and more connected future for all. About e& UAE: e& UAE is the flagship telecom arm of e& in the UAE, built on a 5-decades legacy of connectivity excellence. Our mission is to deliver world-class superior connectivity experiences that fuel the UAE's future-focused innovation. Leveraging the latest world-class technologies, e& UAE aims to transform lives and industries, turning every connection into an opportunity for growth and every interaction into a transformative possibility. We are focused on expanding our core services and digital marketplaces by enriching consumer value propositions that cater to new lifestyles and emerging demands beyond core telecom services, including health, insurance and gaming. As a trusted enterprise partner, e& UAE continues to power entire industries with 5G and AI, delivering a tailored ecosystem of solutions to meet their connectivity needs and more, empowering them to automate, innovate, transform, and scale. Strengthening our leadership position as an AI-powered telco, e& UAE delivers seamless connectivity, cutting-edge AI solutions, and sustainable innovation to uplift people and communities, and empower businesses and industries, so everyone thrives in a digital-first world.
TECHx
09-06-2025
- Business
- TECHx
e& UAE Deploys World's First 32-Port XGS-PON Solution
Home » Top stories » e& UAE Deploys World's First 32-Port XGS-PON Solution e& UAE has announced the successful deployment of the world's first 32-port high-density XGS-PON (10 Gigabit Symmetrical Passive Optical Network) solution. This achievement marks a major milestone in the evolution of fibre broadband services in the UAE. The new technology offers the highest density in the industry. It will allow e& UAE to deliver ultra-high-speed, low-latency connectivity to its customers. At the same time, it significantly improves space and power efficiency. This advancement supports the UAE's sustainability goals. It also aligns with e&'s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. Marwan Bin Shakar, Acting Chief Technology and Information Officer at e& UAE, stated: 'The introduction of our high-density XGS-PON solution marks a transformative step in the UAE's broadband evolution, combining speed with sustainability. This milestone underscores our commitment to network excellence and offering world-class customer experiences, fully aligned with our broader sustainability targets. As we pioneer next-generation connectivity, we do so with a clear focus on responsible innovation and purposeful digital progress.' The deployment highlights e& UAE's focus on environmental responsibility. By using this advanced solution, the company can reduce energy use and operational waste. In 2023, e& pledged to achieve net-zero carbon emissions (Scope 1 and 2) across its own operations in all markets by 2040. This goal strengthens its efforts to fight climate change through innovation. e& UAE continues to invest in next-generation infrastructure. This deployment is a key step toward building a smarter, greener, and more connected future. Key benefits of the deployment include: Ultra-high-speed, low-latency fibre broadband Reduced space and power usage for higher efficiency Support for national sustainability and digital transformation goals The company reported that the rollout ensures the UAE remains at the forefront of global broadband innovation.
Zawya
09-06-2025
- Business
- Zawya
E& UAE pioneers world's first high-density XGS-PON technology
Abu Dhabi — e& UAE today announced the successful deployment of the world's first 32-ports high-density XGS-PON (10 Gigabit Symmetrical Passive Optical Network) solution, which offers the highest density in industry, marking a major milestone in the evolution of fibre broadband (FBB) services in the UAE. This cutting-edge technology will enable e& UAE to deliver ultra-high-speed, low-latency connectivity to customers while significantly optimising space and power efficiency, supporting both the UAE's sustainability agenda and e&'s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2040. Marwan Bin Shakar, Acting Chief Technology and Information Officer, e& UAE, said: 'The introduction of our high density XGS-PON solution marks a transformative step in the UAE's broadband evolution, combining speed with sustainability. This milestone underscores our commitment to network excellence and offering world-class customer experiences, fully aligned with our broader sustainability targets. As we pioneer next-generation connectivity, we do so with a clear focus on responsible innovation and purposeful digital progress.' e& UAE's deployment underscores its commitment to environmental responsibility. By leveraging advanced high-density XGS-PON technology, e& UAE minimises energy use and operational waste, contributing to the UAE's broader vision for a sustainable digital economy. In 2023, e& pledged to achieve net-zero carbon emissions (Scope 1 and 2) across its own operations in all markets by 2040, accelerating efforts to combat climate change through innovation. e& UAE continues to invest in next-generation infrastructure, ensuring the nation remains at the forefront of global connectivity. The high-density XGS-PON rollout is a critical step in building a smarter, greener, and more connected future for all. About e& UAE e& UAE is the flagship telecom arm of e& in the UAE, built on a 5-decades legacy of connectivity excellence. Our mission is to deliver world-class superior connectivity experiences that fuel the UAE's future-focused innovation. Leveraging the latest world-class technologies, e& UAE aims to transform lives and industries, turning every connection into an opportunity for growth and every interaction into a transformative possibility. We are focused on expanding our core services and digital marketplaces by enriching consumer value propositions that cater to new lifestyles and emerging demands beyond core telecom services, including health, insurance and gaming. As a trusted enterprise partner, e& UAE continues to power entire industries with 5G and AI, delivering a tailored ecosystem of solutions to meet their connectivity needs and more, empowering them to automate, innovate, transform, and scale. Strengthening our leadership position as an AI-powered telco, e& UAE delivers seamless connectivity, cutting-edge AI solutions, and sustainable innovation to uplift people and communities, and empower businesses and industries, so everyone thrives in a digital-first world. To learn more about e& UAE, please visit:
Broadcast Pro
02-06-2025
- Business
- Broadcast Pro
E& publishes whitepaper outlining vision for 6G era
The 6G architecture will integrate AI across all layers, use ISAC for environmental sensing and implement post-quantum cryptography to protect against next-gen threats. e& UAE, the flagship telecom arm of e&, has published a new whitepaper, Shaping the Future: e& UAEs 6G Vision, presenting a bold, forward-looking framework for the next generation of connectivity. Building on its leadership in 5Gincluding a record-setting 5G-Advanced speed of 62 Gbpsthe whitepaper outlines e& UAEs strategic roadmap for 6G, a network paradigm that promises to connect the unconnected, power the immersive internet, and fuel intelligent digital transformation at scale. Marwan Bin Shakar, Acting CTIO, e& UAE, said: 6G is not just an evolution, its a revolution in how we connect, compute, and collaborate. With 6G, we are not simply preparing for a faster futurewere building the foundational nervous system of a cognitive, secure, and sovereign digital nation. Our vision is to enable an intelligent infrastructure that underpins everything from XR and self-driving mobility to AI-Native networks and ubiquitous connectivity. Far beyond a leap in connectivity, the whitepaper presents 6G as an intelligent, sensing, and sustainable fabric that will empower digital societies, industries, and governments. With peak data rates anticipated in the terabit-per-second range and latencies dropping below one millisecond, 6G is set to power immersive experiences, autonomous mobility, Industry 4.0, and inclusive digital services at unprecedented scale and precision. The whitepaper lays out a future in which the telecommunications network evolves into an intelligent, adaptive infrastructureone capable of making autonomous decisions, securing national interests, and enabling next-generation services. With the support of TDRA and global collaboration, 6G will be a cognitive, secure, and sustainable digital ecosystem that blends AI-native intelligence, integrated sensing, quantum-grade security, sub-THz spectrum, and non-terrestrial networks. At the heart of this vision is the AI-native networka foundational shift that embeds intelligence directly into the networks core architecture. Rather than bolting AI on as an overlay, e& UAEs approach integrates machine learning across all layers, from device to applications. This enables self-optimisation, predictive fault management, and fully autonomous service delivery; critical for the hyperscale demands of smart cities, autonomous mobility, and real-time industrial systems. The whitepaper also explores Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) as a core capability of 6G. By transforming communication nodes into distributed sensors, 6G networks will be able to perceive their environment, detect motion, accurately map terrain, track assets, and even assess structural conditions. This turns the network into a real-time environmental observatory, unlocking new dimensions in public safety, transportation, governance, and urban planning. With the rise of quantum computing, the whitepaper highlights the urgent need for quantum-secure infrastructure. e& UAEs 6G strategy incorporates post-quantum cryptography and secure-by-design principles to safeguard data and critical services against future quantum-enabled threats. This proactive stance ensures long-term resilience for public-sector systems and private enterprises alike. Another transformative pillar is the integration of Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs), which are set to become a native element of 6G architecture. This allows for uninterrupted coverage across deserts, oceans, air corridors, and rural regions, strengthening national connectivity while enabling use cases such as drone-based delivery, remote industrial operations, and in-flight communications. The whitepaper also explores transformational use cases across sectors, from holographic telepresence and industrial digital twins to autonomous corridors and immersive tourism, many of which are already being pioneered within the UAE. As the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and 3GPP advance the global IMT-2030 framework, e& UAE is actively contributing to shaping the standards, use cases, and spectrum policies that will define the global 6G landscape. 6G represents a leap from connectivity to cognition, where networks are infused with intelligence, environmental awareness, and the ability to act autonomously. This evolution will have a profound impact on how nations deliver public services, protect critical infrastructure, and drive economic growth. As we look ahead, the network becomes a strategic asset, designed to think, adapt, and elevate every aspect of digital life. From active participation in 6G standardisation to real-world trials of emerging 6G technologies, e& UAE is committed to being a key architect of the future digital fabric, Bin Shakar added.
Tahawul Tech
28-05-2025
- Business
- Tahawul Tech
e& charts future of connectivity with visionary 6G whitepaper
Abu Dhabi – e& UAE, flagship telecom arm of e& has published a new whitepaper, 'Shaping the Future: e& UAE's 6G Vision,' presenting a bold, forward-looking framework for the next generation of connectivity. Building on its leadership in 5G—including a record-setting 5G-Advanced speed of 62 Gbps—the whitepaper outlines e& UAE's strategic roadmap for 6G, a network paradigm that promises to connect the unconnected, power the immersive internet, and fuel intelligent digital transformation at scale. Marwan Bin Shakar Acting CTIO, e& UAE, said: '6G is not just an evolution, it's a revolution in how we connect, compute, and collaborate. With 6G, we are not simply preparing for a faster future—we're building the foundational nervous system of a cognitive, secure, and sovereign digital nation. Our vision is to enable an intelligent infrastructure that underpins everything from XR and self-driving mobility to AI-Native networks and ubiquitous connectivity.' Far beyond a leap in connectivity, the whitepaper presents 6G as an intelligent, sensing, and sustainable fabric that will empower digital societies, industries, and governments. With peak data rates anticipated in the terabit-per-second range and latencies dropping below one millisecond, 6G is set to power immersive experiences, autonomous mobility, Industry 4.0, and inclusive digital services at unprecedented scale and precision. e& UAE charts a bold course for 6G The whitepaper lays out a future in which the telecommunications network evolves into an intelligent, adaptive infrastructure—one capable of making autonomous decisions, securing national interests, and enabling next-generation services. With the support of TDRA and global collaboration, 6G will be a cognitive, secure, and sustainable digital ecosystem that blends AI-native intelligence, integrated sensing, quantum-grade security, sub-THz spectrum, and non-terrestrial networks. At the heart of this vision is the AI-native network—a foundational shift that embeds intelligence directly into the network's core architecture. Rather than bolting AI on as an overlay, e& UAE's approach integrates machine learning across all layers, from device to applications. This enables self-optimisation, predictive fault management, and fully autonomous service delivery; critical for the hyperscale demands of smart cities, autonomous mobility, and real-time industrial systems. The whitepaper also explores Integrated Sensing and Communication (ISAC) as a core capability of 6G. By transforming communication nodes into distributed sensors, 6G networks will be able to 'perceive' their environment, detect motion, accurately map terrain, track assets, and even assess structural conditions. This turns the network into a real-time environmental observatory, unlocking new dimensions in public safety, transportation, governance, and urban planning. With the rise of quantum computing, the whitepaper highlights the urgent need for quantum-secure infrastructure. e& UAE's 6G strategy incorporates post-quantum cryptography and secure-by-design principles to safeguard data and critical services against future quantum-enabled threats. This proactive stance ensures long-term resilience for public-sector systems and private enterprises alike. Another transformative pillar is the integration of Non-Terrestrial Networks (NTNs), which are poised to become a native element of 6G architecture. This allows for uninterrupted coverage across deserts, oceans, air corridors, and rural regions, strengthening national connectivity while enabling use cases such as drone-based delivery, remote industrial operations, and in-flight communications. The whitepaper explores transformational use cases across sectors, from holographic telepresence and industrial digital twins to autonomous corridors and immersive tourism, many of which are already being pioneered within the UAE. As the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and 3GPP advance the global IMT-2030 framework, e& UAE is actively contributing to shaping the standards, use cases, and spectrum policies that will define the global 6G landscape. '6G represents a leap from connectivity to cognition, where networks are infused with intelligence, environmental awareness, and the ability to act autonomously. This evolution will have a profound impact on how nations deliver public services, protect critical infrastructure, and drive economic growth. As we look ahead, the network becomes a strategic asset, designed to think, adapt, and elevate every aspect of digital life. From active participation in 6G standardisation to real-world trials of emerging 6G technologies, e& UAE is committed to being a key architect of the future digital fabric,' Bin Shakar added.
