Wataniya Telecom acquires all Fono branded shops in Kuwait

Driven by its commitment to enhance its customer's experience; Wataniya Telecom, a leading provider of mobile and data services, announces today its acquisition of all Fono branded shops, the pioneering mobile retailer in Kuwait.

This acquisition will enhance Wataniya's customer's experience by increasing the availability of points of sale and reassuring its commitment to convenience for our customers.

"We are delighted with this acquisition as it gives Wataniya Telecom more direct control in servicing our existing and prospective customers. We have a large customer base and we need more Wataniya owned shops to ensure that our customers can easily get all of our latest products as they are introduced, a new line, or one of a variety of handsets and accessories at competitive prices with excellent after sales service", said Scott Gegenheimer, CEO&GM of Wataniya Telecom. He added: "The Fono shops are in desirable locations and the company has an excellent reputation."

Mohamed Amira, Managing Director of Al-Bahar United Company (Fono) stated: "We are honored that Wataniya has chosen to acquire our Fono retail mobile business in Kuwait. We have had a long standing business relationship with Wataniya Telecom since its launch back in 1999 and after 9 years the Fono brand is well recognized and respected in Kuwait specially in after sale services. It is only fitting that Wataniya Telecom capitalizes on our presence in the market."

25/1/2009