Ooredoo Qatar

What Ooredoo Qatar does

Ooredoo Qatar (legal name: Ooredoo Q.P.S.C., listed on Qatar Stock Exchange as ORDS) is the country's leading telecommunications and integrated ICT provider, serving consumer, enterprise, and government segments through mobile, fixed-line, broadband, financial services, and digital infrastructure. The company's product portfolio spans postpaid (Shahry+, Qatarna+) and prepaid (Hala) mobile plans, Home+ FTTH internet, Ooredoo TV, Ooredoo Money mobile financial services, and the Nojoom loyalty platform. Underlying infrastructure includes a 5G Standalone network with network slicing, LTE-M for massive IoT, near-95% nationwide FTTH coverage, and a Layer-1 international submarine cable system.

The business has been structurally re-architected into a digital infrastructure provider via three operating subsidiaries: Syntys (AI-ready hyperscale data centers, ~26MW live IT capacity in Qatar post-Q Data QFZ acquisition, targeting 120MW+ across MENA by 2030), Ooredoo Fibre Networks/OFN (international submarine cable assets, growing from ~3% to a targeted 12% of group revenue), and Al Abraj (tower infrastructure carve-out). Enterprise offerings include a sovereign AI cloud powered by NVIDIA Hopper GPUs with Oracle Alloy and Dell integrations, an IoT eSIM platform, IoT SecureConnect (Zero Trust), 5G SA network slicing, and Starlink LEO satellite distribution. Revenue streams span consumer subscriptions (mobile, home internet, TV), B2B ICT contracts (AI-as-a-Service, managed cloud, IoT, security), hardware sales via E-Shop, and managed submarine cable/data center services.

Go-to-market combines product-led self-serve consumer channels (retail stores, E-Shop, mobile app), enterprise direct sales for B2B/government contracts, event-driven partnerships (MWC, Web Summit Qatar, FIFA/Arab Cup, Doha Marathon), and channel partnerships with banks (QIB, Doha Bank, QNB) for co-branded products and loyalty integration. Pricing is tiered subscription-based (QR65–QR470+/month for consumer; custom for enterprise), with pay-as-you-go prepaid and usage-based roaming. FY2025 group revenue reached QR24.6 billion with QR3.9 billion net profit (up 12%, fourth consecutive year of double-digit profit growth), supported by 68% Qatar government ownership, 27% free float, and a 0.7x net-debt-to-EBITDA balance sheet.

Name

Ooredoo Qatar

Legal name

Ooredoo Q.P.S.C.

Website

https://ooredoo.qa

Company type

Public

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Ooredoo Qatar is the country's leading telecom and ICT operator, providing mobile, FTTH, TV, and financial services to consumers and B2B/government clients, while operating Syntys data centers, OFN submarine cables, and a sovereign AI cloud.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Telecommunications Services

NAICS

Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite) (5171), Wired Telecommunications Carriers (517111), Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) (517112)

SIC

Telephone Communications (No Radiotelephone) (4813), Radiotelephone Communications (4812)

akta.pro primary industry

Dedicated Internet Access (DIA) & Business Broadband (HDAIAFAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Wireless ISPs (WISPs) & Fixed Wireless Access Providers (HDAIADAD), Satellite Wholesale Capacity & Backhaul (transponder/HTS capacity, teleport services) (HDAIAEAJ)

Keywords

• Mobile telecommunications services
• Enterprise ICT solutions
• Sovereign cloud services
• 5G network infrastructure
• IoT connectivity platform

Headquarters

HQ city

Doha

HQ country

Qatar

HQ region

Middle East

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Consumer Mobile Services: Postpaid and prepaid mobile plans including voice, data, SMS, and roaming services for individual consumers.
2. Home Internet and TV: Fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) internet services and Ooredoo TV subscription services for residential customers.
3. Enterprise/B2B ICT Solutions: AI-as-a-Service, sovereign cloud services, IoT connectivity solutions, managed services, and network solutions for enterprise and government customers.
4. Digital Infrastructure: Data center services through Syntys subsidiary, targeting 12% of group revenue by 2030 (up from 3% in 2025).
5. Device and Hardware Sales: Sale of mobile devices, smart TVs, tablets, and accessories through e-shop platform.
6. Cloud Services (Oracle Alloy): Sovereign AI and cloud services to Qatar's government sector and enterprises, operated from local data centers for data residency and regulatory compliance.
7. Submarine Cable Infrastructure: International connectivity through Ooredoo Fibre Networks (OFN), managing submarine cables including Fibre in Gulf (FIG) connecting seven GCC countries.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Ooredoo Qatar provides consumer and enterprise telecommunications and ICT services, including postpaid and prepaid mobile plans, fiber-to-the-home internet, IPTV, mobile financial services, and loyalty programs. It additionally sells enterprise-grade offerings such as sovereign AI cloud, IoT connectivity platforms, managed security services, network slicing, and international connectivity through its subsidiary Ooredoo Fibre Networks.

Product overview

Ooredoo Qatar operates as a comprehensive telecommunications and ICT provider offering a unified portfolio of mobile plans (Shahry+, Qatarna+, Hala Prepaid), home internet services (Home+ with Fibre to the Room), television (Ooredoo TV), financial services (Ooredoo Money), and loyalty programs (Nojoom). The company has expanded into advanced technology offerings including sovereign AI cloud services (Oracle Alloy, Dell-powered Sovereign AI Cloud, AI-Powered PaaS with NVIDIA), IoT solutions (LTE-M, IoT SecureConnect, IoT Connect), and satellite connectivity (Starlink). Infrastructure includes 5G Standalone networks and the Fiber in Gulf submarine cable system. The portfolio serves consumer, business, and enterprise segments across Qatar.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Shahry+: Postpaid mobile plan brand
• Hala
• Nojoom
• Ooredoo Money
• IoT SecureConnect
• Sovereign AI Cloud

Products and services

• Shahry+ Postpaid Mobile Plans
• Qatarna+ Postpaid Mobile Plan
• Hala Prepaid SIM
• Home+ Fiber Internet and TV
• Ooredoo TV
• Ooredoo Money
• Nojoom Loyalty Program
• LTE-M (CAT-M1) IoT Network
• IoT SecureConnect Zero Trust Platform
• IoT Connect Ecosystem
• Oracle Alloy Sovereign AI and Cloud Services
• Dell-powered Sovereign AI Cloud (AI-as-a-Service)
• AI-Powered Platform-as-a-Service (Rafay + NVIDIA)
• Starlink LEO Satellite Business Connectivity
• Ooredoo Fibre Networks (OFN) International Connectivity
• Industrial IoT eSIM Solution
• Walletii Mobile Money Application

Quantifiable outcome

• Record net profit of QR3.9 billion in 2025, up 12% for fourth consecutive year of double-digit growth
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration12 records

AI capability15 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

27 partnerships are on record, tiered major, strategic and core.

• stc GroupmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 May 2026Strategic MoU to enhance the ICT ecosystem and expand digital services across the MENA region. Both companies combine strengths to meet growing global digital demand and support regional digital transformation.
• Paris Saint-GermainstrategicGTM or Marketing Partner · 18 May 2026Asiacell (Ooredoo subsidiary) partnership as premium partner with French football club, milestone representing Iraqi business on global stage.
• Zain GroupmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 May 2026Strategic partnership to form region's largest tower company. First tower closing expected June 2026 following regulatory approvals.
• du (UAE)majorTechnology or Integration · 8 May 2026du named as landing partner for Ooredoo's Fiber in Gulf (FIG) subsea cable system providing 720Tbps capacity across seven countries. Positions UAE as a global data hub.
• Qatar Development BankstrategicGTM or Marketing Partner · 6 May 2026Early support to Anabolic Mechanics startup for developing DualCore 3D printer from prototype to market-ready product.
• SamsungstrategicGTM or Marketing Partner · 3 March 202630-day in-app gamification campaign during Ramadan with daily prizes to reward customer loyalty.
• Dell TechnologiesmajorTechnology or Integration · 18 February 2026MoU to deliver AI-as-a-Service through Ooredoo's Sovereign AI Cloud powered by Dell infrastructure. Provides organizations with secure, scalable AI capabilities within locally governed cloud infrastructure.
• OraclemajorTechnology or Integration · 16 February 2026Ooredoo selected Oracle Alloy to deliver sovereign AI and cloud services to Qatar's government sector and enterprises. Services operated from local data centers supporting data residency and regulatory compliance.
• Doha BankstrategicGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 February 2026Loyalty program integration between Doha Miles and Nojoom Points, expanding redemption options across growing merchant network in Qatar.
• Qatar Development Bank (QDB)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 8 February 2026Established 'Digital & Beyond Ventures' investment platform, evolving joint incubator into investment vehicle for Qatar-based advanced technology startups. Supports more than 35 startups with QR4 million investment since 2016.
• Msheireb PropertiesstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 February 2026Smart city platform development for Msheireb Downtown Doha using AI, sensor integration, and digital twins to optimize urban operations supporting Qatar's Vision 2030.
• Splunk (Cisco Systems)strategicTechnology or Integration · 4 February 2026Managed security services partnership for cybersecurity solutions as part of Ooredoo's digital transformation initiatives.
• NutanixstrategicTechnology or Integration · 4 February 2026Cloud infrastructure partnership for enterprise digital transformation solutions.
• Polystar (Elisa Industriq)strategicTechnology or Integration · 3 February 2026Framework agreement to implement advanced analytics for mobile and broadband networks using AI and machine learning for network optimization across three phases.
• HoneywellstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 3 February 2026Smart city platform with Msheireb Properties and Honeywell for AI-powered urban operations.
• GORD (Gulf Organisation for Research & Development)strategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 December 2025MoU for sustainability research and assessments to enhance Ooredoo's environmental performance and align with Qatar's national sustainability goals.
• Rafay SystemsstrategicTechnology or Integration · 15 December 2025AI-powered Platform-as-a-Service in Qatar leveraging NVIDIA technology for enterprises to build and deploy AI applications within Qatar's sovereign AI cloud.
• Apex HealthstrategicGTM or Marketing Partner · 6 December 2025Sponsorship agreement for Doha Marathon 2026 to enhance health and wellness support for marathon participants.
• WHOOPstrategicGTM or Marketing Partner · 30 November 2025Official Wearable Partner for 2026 and 2027 Doha Marathon, providing data-driven health insights to enhance athlete performance and race experience.
• Vodafone QatarstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 November 2025Launch of network fraud-prevention technologies including APIs for number verification and SIM swap detection to combat digital fraud.
• Qatar Football AssociationstrategicGTM or Marketing Partner · 28 November 2025Three-year renewal as official telecommunications sponsor of Qatar National Football Team, supporting Arab Cup 2025 and FIFA World Cup 2026.
• LigaDatastrategicTechnology or Integration · 26 November 2025Phase 2 of Data Governance Programme introducing unified Business Glossary, Data Catalog, and AI-powered Policy Agent for enhanced data trust and AI innovation.
• QNB (Qatar National Bank)strategicChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 3 November 2025Project to modernize surveillance systems across 40 branches, 11 corporate buildings, and 420 ATMs for improved security and regulatory compliance.
• Barwa Real Estate GroupstrategicStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 October 2025Strategic partnership to enhance digital services for real estate management, improving customer experience and operational efficiency.
• NvidiacoreTechnology or Integration · 29 September 2025AI partnership with Nvidia deploying Hopper GPUs across data centers in five countries for sovereign AI cloud infrastructure.
• EricssonmajorTechnology or Integration · 3 February 2025Multi-year partnership for 5G deployment including Radio Access Network and Microwave backhaul solutions. Includes 5G layer at 2.3 GHz, indoor/outdoor site expansion, and AI-driven RAN solutions.
• Alcatel Submarine NetworksmajorTechnology or Integration · 21 January 2025Contractor for Fibre in Gulf (FIG) subsea cable system connecting seven GCC countries with 720Tbps capacity.

Scale indicators23 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Vodafone Qatar: Vodafone Qatar is the only other licensed mobile and fixed-line operator in Qatar, competing head-to-head with Ooredoo across consumer, enterprise, and 5G. The two also co-develop network APIs, underscoring their direct overlap.
• stc Group (Saudi Telecom Company): stc is the largest telecom operator in Saudi Arabia and a regional MENA leader with mobile, fixed, cloud, and data center businesses. It has a strategic MoU with Ooredoo to enhance the MENA ICT ecosystem, making it both a competitor and partner in regional digital infrastructure.
• du (Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company): du is the second telecom operator in the UAE and the named landing partner for Ooredoo's FIG subsea cable. It competes with Ooredoo Group entities in wholesale and enterprise markets and shares the same GCC regional footprint.
• Zain Group: Zain is a major MENA telecom operator with operations across the Middle East and Africa, and a strategic Ooredoo partner forming the region's largest tower company. It is directly comparable in mobile, enterprise, and regional digital infrastructure ambitions.

Broad incumbents

• e& (Emirates Telecommunications Group / Etisalat): e& is one of the largest MENA telecom groups, operating mobile, fixed, and digital services across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa. It is a broad incumbent comparable to Ooredoo in scale, geographic diversification, and enterprise/digital services strategy.
• Ooredoo Group: Ooredoo Group is the parent/holding group operating telecom and digital infrastructure across MENA and Southeast Asia. It is the most direct corporate and operational peer, sharing the same brand, technology platforms, and strategic direction as Ooredoo Qatar.
• Equinix: Equinix is a global colocation and interconnection provider operating hyperscale data centers worldwide. As Ooredoo scales Syntys to 120MW, Equinix is a benchmark for the data center business model, even though it is not a direct telco competitor.

Regional players

• Beyon (formerly Batelco): Beyon is the leading telecom group in Bahrain with mobile, fixed, and digital infrastructure businesses, including data centers. It is a GCC regional peer to Ooredoo with similar enterprise and digital transformation initiatives.
• Mobily (Etihad Etisalat): Mobily is the second-largest mobile operator in Saudi Arabia and a major MENA telecom with mobile, fixed, and enterprise services. It is a regional comparable to Ooredoo in scale and product mix across consumer and B2B.
• Turkcell: Turkcell is the leading mobile and digital services operator in Turkey with growing data center and fintech businesses. It is a comparable emerging-market telco that has similarly pivoted toward digital services and infrastructure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat7 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ooredooqatar
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/OoredooQatar
• Facebookfacebook.com/ooredooqatar
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ooredooqatar
• Instagraminstagram.com/OoredooQatar

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Subsidiaries4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments4 records

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