A third 2G licence in Morocco - expected to be issued in the coming months, following the commencment of the bidding process in October - is among the many opportunities still available in the region, says report author and analyst at Analysys Mason, Daniel Jones. Sales of stakes in BatelcoBatelco and OmantelOmantel are also in progress.

"The market will become more complex as new players, including MVNOs and WiMAXWiMAX operators, launch services. However, the new licences and privatisation activity will enable major operators in MENA - such as Etisalat, Orascom, Saudi Telecom, Qtel and Zain - to expand their pan-regional operations and strengthen their grip on the region," says Jones.

Other major investment opportunities are clouded by political or regulatory issues that make it unclear as to when operators might be able to take advantage of them. These include the delays to the sale of a stake in Algerie TelecomAlgerie Telecom, the award of a second fixed licence in Egypt and the privatisation of the two Lebanese mobile operators, as well as uncertainty over the auction of a third mobile licence in Iran.

MENA telecoms market: strategies and opportunities 2008-2013 examines the key issues affecting the fixed, mobile and broadband markets in the MENA region, including ongoing market liberalisation, the impact of WiMAXWiMAX, prospects for MVNOs and the strategies of pan-regional operators. The report provides case studies, market data and forecasts for four of the region's largest markets - Egypt, Morocco, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates - as well as for the region as a whole.

"Operators are keen to expand, but they must not lose sight of the importance of their established operations and how to best exploit opportunities in those markets," explained Jones. "Broadband services will represent the key growth area during the next five years, and mobile operators need to position themselves to take advantage of this growth, as European operators have in their home markets."

For further information, or to arrange an interview with the Daniel Jones, please contact Gina Ghensi press@analysysmason.com or telephone +44 (0)1223 460600.

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About Analysys Mason (www.analysysmason.com)
Analysys Mason delivers strategy advice, operations support, and market intelligence worldwide to leading commercial and public-sector organisations in telecoms, IT, and media. Analysys Mason consistently delivers significant and sustainable business benefits. We are respected worldwide for the exceptional quality of our work, our independence and the flexibility of our teams in responding to client needs. The company has over 300 staff worldwide, with headquarters in London and offices in Cambridge, Dubai, Dublin, Edinburgh, Madrid, Manchester, Milan, Paris, Singapore and Washington DC.

Media contact:
Gina Ghensi
Press Office
Analysys Mason
Tel: +44 (0)1223 460600
Email: press@analysysmason.com
Web: http://www.analysysmason.com

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