February, 2010: VIVA engages the public with “LOVE33”
Manama, Bahrain: VIVA, the new telecom company in Bahrain, which is still offering the public the opportunity to book their unique numbers that begin with 33 until the services. The number booking campaign which turned into the largest number booking operation in Bahrain’s history as it drove tens of thousands of people to book their unique numbers in the past few days filling up stands in all of its 14 locations around Bahrain. VIVA also gave away the fastest, most unlimited internet in Bahrain free of charge to many customers which even drew more crowds wanting to take advantage of this offer.
To thank Bahrain for its massive support, VIVA brings to the kingdom and for the first time its musical act “LOVE 33” which has been named after VIVA’s prefix number and campaign. The band, formed of 11 of the most talented graduates of the London Music Institute, which is a true institution in the world of music to bring their unique style of hip hop and dance music as well as a dancing crew to support the music.
The band will perform in Bahrain City Centre on the 17th and 18th of Feb and then will make an appearance in Seef Mall’s western expansion on the 19th and 20th of Feb. All performances will commence at 5pm and will go on until 10pm.
This campaign is also accompanied by daily interactive programs that have already been catching massive popularity. These interactive programs take place on daily basis in both Seef Mall and Bahrain City Centre, with several acts on display including the amazing rolling roulettes, the astounding illusionist, an awesome photo studio to capture the moment as well as the creatively speedy cartoonist amongst other varied acts.
VIVA will give all those interested in obtaining individual numbers the chance to book these numbers in several ways to ease the process, everyone has an opportunity to get their special number by visiting the outlets that have been opened all over Bahrain, what's more is that VIVA opened mega kiosks in the most popular spots in Bahrain, which are Bahrain City Centre and the Seef Mall. Also, to make things even easier, number booking can be done comfortably through a specially designed website for checking availability of numbers, booking free numbers as well as locate the nearest outlets, the website is appropriately addressed www.33.com.bh .
The amazing rolling roulettes will flow around Seef Mall & Bahrain City Centre in their wonderful VIVA Costumes to spread a touch of colour and happiness as they will deliver a moving display of songs to be enjoyed by all. Also, the illusionist will be ready to surprise everyone with incredible stunts and tricks so that the waiting time for customers is made full of fun, entertainment and awards. The cartoonist is going to be on the spot and ready to transform anyone into the coolest cartoon sketch in as fast as 3.30 Minutes, ready to bring your cartoon self. All of these performances will be in both Bahrain City Centre and Seef Mall starting at 5pm all the way until 10pm daily.
Mr. Ibrahim bin Abdul Rahman Al Omar, Head of VIVA Project in Bahrain, said: "The entertainment acts that VIVA brought to the public during number booking are really different from anything else on the island as it has been designed exclusively to put a smile on the faces of visitors, especially those who will be present in the number booking areas. We celebrate with the masses in Bahrain as we give an opportunity for all those interested in obtaining the most distinguished numbers in Bahrain beginning with 33 to enjoy these programs and take their chances with promotions that offer amazing prizes. "
The number booking period will continue until the service launch day which will be announced soon, once services are launched, all those who booked their number of preference will be able to choose the package they desire from an exquisite range of packages that promise to provide the highest quality within the best prices along with a superior customer service experience.
February, 2010: With Unlimited Downloads VIVA Presents the Fastest Broadband Internet in Bahrain for Free
Manama, Bahrain: VIVA, and through its number booking campaign that starts this morning is offering its clients the fastest unlimited broadband internet on the mark of giving the public who are eagerly awaiting the launch of the company the opportunity to book their numbers which begin with 33 as of today, the tenth of February 2010.
The company announced today that all those who book will be presented with the opportunity to get a free USB modem with 21.1 Mbps broadband internet, the fastest in Bahrain as they can enjoy free unlimited data downloads.
VIVA will give all those interested in obtaining individual numbers the chance to book these numbers in several ways to ease the process, everyone has an opportunity to get their special number by visiting the sales points that have been opened all over Bahrain, namely branches in Bahrain Mall, GOSI Complex & Isa Town Mall. Also, service kiosks have been opened in Al Murjan Complex in Juffair, Al Jazeera Coldstores in Zinj, Lulu Mall in Riffa, The Centre in Sanad, Jawad Dome in Budaiya and the University of Bahrain in Sakheer as well as the BBK Financial Malls in Adliya, Budaiya & Muharraq. What's more is that VIVA opened mega sales points in the most popular spots in Bahrain, which are Bahrain City Centre and the Seef Mall. Also, to make things even easier, number booking can be done comfortably through a specially designed state of the art website for booking, appropriately addressed www.33.com.bh .
Mr. Ibrahim bin Abdul Rahman Al Omar, Head of the VIVA Bahrain Project, said: "The innovative programs that VIVA has put forward during the number booking period are truly exquisite, we are now celebrating the first public step to link Bahrain to our global family, and will offer an opportunity for all those interested in obtaining the most distinguished numbers which start with 33 in an atmosphere full of entertainment and enjoyment in both Bahrain City Centre and Seef Mall, where we will hold recreational activities for all age groups throughout the period of number booking. Also, all those who booked will have the chance to get into our Mega Promotion which offers amazing prizes."
Interested parties can book their choice of numbers that suit their personalities; the individual choice of unique numbers can respond to one’s birthday or anniversary or it could even be one’s car number plate. Everyone can get their current mobile numbers from other operators as well, but with adding a better prefix instead and starting their number with 33.
The number booking period will continue until the service launch day which will be announced soon, once services are launched, all those who booked their number of preference will be able to choose the package they desire from an exquisite range of packages that promise to provide the highest quality within the best prices along with a superior customer service experience.
January, 2010: VIVA, the new telecom company in Bahrain
Manama, Bahrain: STC Group, the leading Telecommunications Company in the Middle East which has been able to attain the third license for mobile operators in the Kingdom of Bahrain earlier last year have announced that the new telecommunications company will be named VIVA. >
The excitement has been building in the past few months to know the name that STC will use in Bahrain, as the company carries many hopes to elevate the services in telecommunications to a new level in the kingdom as it did in other regions. VIVA carries these hopes with a clear voice and a solid well to bring its global experience and triumphs here in the Kingdom.
The Head of the Bahrain project, Mr. Ibrahim bin Abdulrahman Al-Omar was pleased to announce the new name that will lead towards the final stages of operations as it sets its eyes towards launching its operations soon and commented by saying, "VIVA is an internationally recognised word symbolizing many positive meanings. This is a true reflection of what VIVA the company is all about as well".
The company which have already started to pump large investments in hundreds of millions of Dinars in order to develop the telecommunications infrastructure and pushing forward the Bahraini markets through the various services that will be provided by the new company's services, whether voice, data transfer or high-speed Internet is using the VIVA name for the second time after their major success in launching VIVA Kuwait in 2008, also the third mobile operator there.
The introduction of VIVA to the Bahraini community will make its positive mark on everyone on the Kingdom as it will revitalize large investments and actively promote its products & services through bringing the most up to date technologies and highest level of services along with a superior customer experience to everyone.
"VIVA represents a love for life which is translated into a celebration of individuality and a positive community by being an energetic and motivational force in Bahrain. VIVA is about “Vivaciousness”, verve, charisma, cheers and most of all enhancing each individual’s character, allowing them to stand out but fit in. VIVA inspires passion, excitement & celebration of self & others" Mr Al Omar added
January, 2010: VIVA Recruits Hundreds of Bahrainis
Manama, Bahrain: VIVA, the third mobile operator in the Kingdom of Bahrain, which is preparing to launch its services soon has recruited hundreds of Bahrainis in various sectors of the company.
Mr. Ibrahim bin Abdul Rahman Al Omar, Head of the VIVA Project in Bahrain, stressed that one of the top priorities VIVA sets its eyes on investing in Bahrain’s human capital and through the recruitment of young local talents to refine their skills through high-level training programs in the areas of technical, sales and marketing fields. Mr. Al Omar expressed his admiration of the skills for the high efficiency and skills which flourish in Bahrain's labour market and that these competencies will be a strong addition to the company.
He also added, "VIVA has already been responsible for recruiting hundreds of employees through its different sectors, most of whom will be Bahrainis, and the fact that the company is adding a new and significant investment to Bahrain's business community."
In March 2009, STC Group was able to attain the 3rd Mobile Operation license in the Kingdom of Bahrain. STC is considered to be the leading telecommunications company in the MENA region with more than 93 million subscribers to its services worldwide through 9 countries, namely Malaysia, Indonesia, India, Kuwait, Turkey, South Africa, Lebanon and Jordan in addition to its presence in the Saudi market, offering the most innovative services in the industry and promises to begin operations in the Kingdom of Bahrain’s most advanced telecommunications network services. STC is also a pioneering group in the financial markets having acquired class (A+) classification from Standard and Poor’s Agency and class (A1) Credit rating from Moody’s Investor Service Agency for Credit Services. These advancements have taken the company to the top ranking position of the “Global 100” charts as the number one communications company in the Middle East while ranking at number 25 globally.
