Lebanon, a Middle Eastern country on the Mediterranean Sea, is characterised by rugged terrains and a complex geography with mountains and valleys that present challenges for technology and telecommunications infrastructure. The country's population of almost 6 million is concentrated mainly on the coastal urban areas, such as Beirut, which is the primary hub of telecommunications and IT services. Despite these geographical challenges, Lebanon has made significant strides in its telecommunications infrastructure, leveraging specialised solutions like microwave radio relay networks and fibre optics to provide services in challenging terrains. The country is home to a small number of innovative tech startups, but the sector is still developing and faces issues such as power instability and internet speed limitations. The renewables sector is also in a nascent stage, with the government recently initiating plans to increase the share of renewable energy in the country's energy mix to 30% by 2030.
Mobile Network Operators
The are 3 companies operating mobile networks in this region.
Ogero Telecom, commonly known as Ogero, is a state-owned telecommunications company based in Lebanon. Founded by the Lebanese state in 1972, Ogero operates as the fixed infrastructure provider in the country, delivering voice, broadband internet and data services to both residential and enterprise customers. The company's headquarters is located in Beirut, Lebanon.
Imad Kreidieh currently holds the position of Chairman. Ogero is also part of a consortium of nine global companies that funded the I-ME-WE (India-Middle East-Western Europe) submarine communications cable system. This system has...
Touch is a prominent telecommunications provider in Lebanon. Established in 2004, the company was initially managed by MTC Group, now known as Zain Group, until 2012. Since then, Touch has been under the management and operation of Zain Group, a leading mobile telecommunications provider in the Middle East and North Africa. The ownership of Touch is vested in the Republic of Lebanon, represented by the Ministry of Telecommunications. Touch provides a range of mobile telecommunication services to individuals and businesses across Lebanon.