On this occasion, Abdul Hameed Al Sunaid commented: “Dedication leads to success and what we are witnessing today is proof of our excellence in the industry. Today I can proudly say that we have reached a distinctive stage, a stage of leadership and unsurpassed professionalism”.

“I also would like to congratulate the winners of the 2007 Excellence awards. i2’s team resides at the top of our priorities, 2007 was indeed a great success for all of us and the Awards presented are a token of our gratitude for the team’s expertise and loyalty to i2. In addition, I want to praise Amar Al Kadhi, Executive VP and Board member for his contribution to i2’s success” added Al Sunaid.

The winners of the 2007 Excellence Awards were as follows: the CEO Award, which is based on the Best Country Performance, was given to i2 Egypt; the Leadership Award was shared by Mohammad Nagy, MD i2 Egypt and Abdul Ghaffar Adib, MD i2 Kuwait,

i2’s Corporate Marketing Team, won the Squad Award for Best department. The President Award for Best Employee was presented to Sarah Azadegan from i2 Iran for the MENA region and Jamal Makhloufa from i2 Tunisia for the African region.

Finally the Excellence Award for Unusual Achievement was presented to Ahmad Issam from i2 Iraq.

“i2 heavily invests to get the most qualified individuals which are an integral part of our growth. 2008’s first quarter was a period marked with great realizations and the future will only be a permanent reflection of the success we are witnessing today,” said Al Sunaid.

While in Vienna, i2 attended Nokia’s Yearly Distributor meeting, whereby distributors are invited to share with them the 2007 results, discuss the 2008 strategy forward and announce best performing distributors in their respective regions. This year i2 Syria was recognized as the best performing distributor for the Levant Market. “We are pleased to have received this award from Nokia. It is our vision to evolve i2 in an industry leader and to become one of the top 3 global telecom players in 5 years. Every success pushes the company closer to our goal and motivates the team,” concluded Al Sunaid.

KSA, June 4th, 2008- i2 announced the lucky winners of the first draw of their latest Gold promotion “Shine and Win Gold From i2”. Mr.Abdullah Hussain AlBaiti was presented with a beautiful Lazurde golden set during the event held at i2 in Jeddah.

i2’s latest Gold promotion allows shoppers of all Nokia i2 devices to instantly win exciting gifts ranging from mobiles to gold coins and accessories from all i2 stores and other outlets selling i2 mobiles across KSA. Simultaneously, customers get the chance to enter a weekly draw to win a stunning gold set from Lazurde.

“We took this chance to thank our customers who participated in our mega promotion with a startling set of gold from Lazurde for their loyalty and commitment to i2 and we promise that we will seize every opportunity to indulge them with more surprises. Our customers reside at the top of our priorities, we consider them an imperative part of the i2 family” commented Faisal AlAdhadh , Marketing Director i2 Saudi Arabia .

The promotion ends on June 30,2008 and it holds a big surprise whereby shoppers will have the chance to enter the Mega draw to win 1 of 3 astonishingly luxurious Lazurde’s gold Sets from i2.

i2 has a presence in 22 markets across the Middle East and Africa. Over the past year i2 products and services reached customers through over 340 retail stores. With a strong presence across the region, i2 has become one of the leaders in telecommunications industry. Due to i2’s wide geographic presence and experience, they are well-versed on the challenges and difficulties faced when conducting international business.

Speaking at the event, Abdul Hammed Al Sunaid offered his insights on the telecommunications industry and suggestions on ways to advance into international markets. “The industry has experienced exponential growth in the last few years and there is still more potential for Arab telecommunication companies in the rest of the world,” said Al Sunaid. During his speech he also explained the obstacles and challenges faced by companies in the region, highlighting the factors that limit their growth. “The region with huge potential for telecommunication companies in this region is Africa. Yet even there we are faced with a few challenges. This is why this forum is important as it help all the industry leaders come together to discuss ways in which we can overcome these obstacles,” he added.

Another key issue discussed was VAT and high customs duties that stunt investment and encourage illegal trade in the region. “Many countries have reformed their taxation policies to soothe the problems faced by their economies. It is in my opinion that other countries consider the same to diffuse problematic situations,” he added.

The forum successfully brought together key opinions from other authorities in the telecommunications industry, opened the discussion about future expectations and offered a brief look at the next generation technologies.

Dubai, UAE, April, 2008 – For the third year, i2 participated in the Gitex 2008, the 7th International Information Technology Exhibition for Saudi Arabia. The 5 day event took place at the Riyadh Exhibition Centre, Saudi Arabia form April 20-24.

Commenting on the importance of joining this event Abdulrahman AlFeez, i2 Managing Director Saudi Arabia stated “i2 was founded in Saudi Arabia and the Kingdom is an integral region for i2. We started in this rich country and we aim to maintain our position as leaders in the mobile industry through exposure at important IT events. Gitex has always been a fundamental step in our strategic planning especially that it is a meeting place for the world’s top information technology market investors and focused IT/Telecommunication consumers”.

i2 has a presence in 22 markets across the Middle East and Africa. Over the past year i2 products and services reached customers through over 340 retail stores, with more than 50 stores in KSA. Gitex was the perfect hub to carry out business with key decision makers and innovators from this region and the world, which is valuable for i2; bearing in mind it is the leading distributor for Nokia in the region.

 “i2 has used the opportunity to show case it’s unique products such as i2 Magazine and i2 Club and to announce plans to expand it‘s unique retail concepts of i2 Digital and i2 Café in Saudi Arabia” commented Faisal Aladhadh, Marketing Director i2 Saudi.

“Gitex was an opportunity for us to showcase our cutting-edge products and services and examine our growth strategies to maximize and sustain our position. With this reason in mind, Gitex was the perfect platform for us and for all the major industry players to gather to discuss new concepts, network and debate on the issues facing the industry. What also makes this event exciting for i2 is that it coincides with i2’s 15th anniversary marking a continuous success as the leading mobile providers in the region” concluded AlFeez.

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Dubai, UAE, May 12, 2008- i2, the most diversified mobile phone and digital products provider in the Middle East and Africa has recently launched a new range of High-Tech digital products throughout its digital stores located at CompuMe -Mall of the Emirates, Burjuman and the newly opened flagship store in Abu Dhabi Mall.

The new Canon IXUS 970 IS Digital Camera, the HP Notebook Computer DV2899, the HP Office jet H470wbt Mobile Printer, the 8 series Sony Network Walkman and the Samsung SGH-U900 feature amazing characteristics offering their users advanced technology in both usage and quality.

“Along with the latest the latest telecommunications, IT and electronic products from world class brands, customers can enjoy their shopping experience throughout all of i2’s digital stores which display a wide range of mobile devices and accessories from world class brands. The newly launched digital products are rich in their characteristics by featuring the latest in technology.” commented Jihad El Eit, Senior Vice President Marketing of i2.

The Canon IXUS 970 IS digital Camera features a brand new 5x optical zoom lens which is the longest ever zoom in the range and offers a Motion Detection technology which reduces blur and results an accurate, natural-looking shots in all situations.

For tech-savvy youth who are looking to stand out of the crowd, the HP Notebook Computer DV2899 provides superior performance and features; all wrapped in a one-of-a-kind design.

The HP Office jet H470wbt Mobile Printer is perfect for travelers who need to print reports, photos and brochures straight from a notebook, camera or phone.

The new 8 series, Sony’s NWZ-A720, A820 and A820K Walkman players feature super compact and durable design, an excellent sound quality and most importantly a Bluetooth wireless technology. Moreover, the devices have a standard user interface that makes it easy to enjoy songs, videos and pictures.

The Samsung SGH-U900 also called Soul, possesses some real nice high-tech bits in its clean looking design. It is a slider phone with a brush metallic finish which makes it ultra chic.
The OLED touchscreen that sits below the main display is one of the Soul’s most interesting components .It also features a QVGA display and a 5 mega pixel camera which gives excellent picture quality.
The new mobile also has a face detection, anti-shake and ISO Settings which really makes it a camera phone.
The Samsung Soul has a built-in 128MB memory expandable with a micro SD card to house your favorite tunes. It also has an FM radio and supports Bluetooth A2DP profile.

“The diversity in choices and the high standards in quality which i2 offers, underline the company’s strength and leadership in the market. On top of our products variety, we offer our customers a comprehensive after sales maintenance program on all products purchased in store. Our main objective is to satisfy our loyal customers in all aspects to ensure a healthy long term relationship” concluded Jihad El Eit.

Guy Sauvage will be responsible for leading and directing i2’s group. He will oversee and drive i2’s business development to facilitate the short and long term success of the business.

On the appointment of Guy Sauvage, Abdul Hameed Al Sunaid, CEO, i2 commented,”Guy Sauvage has a wealth of experience and knowledge in business development. We believe that a major part of i2’s achievements and growth rely on our leaders and we think Guy Sauvage mirrors our endeavour in selecting experienced individuals. Guy Sauvage is a strong addition to our team and we are confident he will take i2 to the next level.”

Guy Sauvage has years of experience in business development and leading globally respected firms in France, Greece, Hong Kong, Korea and Spain. He

has held senior positions in large organisations such as Carrefour Group, IKEA Group, Auchan Group, MAXOR supermarket and most recently Gifi Group in
France as the Chief Operating Officer. He has also worked as a consultant in the retail business for FF Partners Consulting where he started his career.

Guy Sauvage’s extensive senior management expertise and ability to set up organisational structure to expand a company’s presence and reach has allowed him to obtain diversified knowledge in his field.

In his new role at i2, Guy Sauvage will oversee and drive business development and ensure that organisational process and appropriate infrastructure are set in place to ensure i2’s success and growth.

Jordan, May 12, 2008- Yesterday, Saudi Arabia’s i2 announced that it has been officially awarded by the Telecom Regulatory Commission in Jordan an individual license that allows it to operate a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) services in Jordan, following a signing agreement with the TRC on May 11th 2008 in Amman.

MVNO is a Telecom mobile service provider that does not have its own frequency allocation of the radio spectrum, nor does it have the entire infrastructure required to provide mobile telephone service but enters into agreement with exiting Mobile Network Operators (MNO) to provide end to end mobile telecom services to end users including voice and data. This agreement allows the MVNO to focus on Customer Care, Marketing and Sales instead of Technical and Network related issues.

Globally MVNO capture between 8 to 20% of Mobile subscribers depending on market maturity. It is forecasted that the MVNO in Middle East shall capture between 5 and 8% of the subscribers database in the first 5 years and the activity to generate $US 5 Billion for the same period.

“There are currently approximately 360 planned or operational MVNOs world-wide and we look forward to being the first Virtual Mobile Provider in the Region. Being granted the approval to operate as an MVNO in Jordan is a key milestone for us. This step is in line with our vision of integrating the mobile value chain and to leverage on our assets: distribution, logistics, retail network, brand and our exceptional relationship with Nokia. We are eager to provide Top Class Customer Care Services, innovative offers and more diversified options to consumers and businesses.” said Abdul Hameed Al Sunaid, CEO of i2.

Operating with the MVNO services in Jordan will open a new channel of business for i2 and will definitely boost even further the telecommunication industry development in Jordan.

“At i2 we will turn the MVNO services into an outstanding and complete new experience for the Customers offering quality, competitive prices and packages.” concluded Al Sunaid.

For the operator, it means a new revenue stream, optimization of resources and quicker execution of its business plan. For i2, it is a challenging and a perfect opportunity allowing for synergy between its various operations and businesses. For the customer, it will bring different value, different experience and a broader choice of their Telecommunication Suppliers.

Through the MVNO, Jordan in particular and the region in general will benefit from another level of liberalization and competition. i2 is committed to bring more growth into the region and to improve the landscape of telecommunications within an already mature market. i2 continues to bring in the best solutions for its customers by entering the MVNO space.

UAE, April 12, 2008 –i2 the most diversified mobile phone and digital product provider in the Middle East and Africa officially launched its first flagship digital store in the Capital at Abu Dhabi Mall on the 11th of April. Crowd of people waited with anticipation for the opening of the store clarifying their hunger for the latest technology.

“The opening of the store created an overwhelming excitement, whereby hundreds of people waited to uncover i2’s diverse collection of the latest technology. Witnessing the reaction reflects the importance of i2’s presence in the capital, which offers extensive range of the latest telecommunications, IT and electronic products from world class brands” expressed Dikran Tchablakian, Senior Vice President-Retail and Customer Care.

To celebrate the event, instant gift vouchers were offered to all shoppers present at Abu Dhabi Mall for one day only, prior to the official launch of i2’s new concept store, which boasts the latest digital products at unprecedented prices. i2’s new store in Abu Dhabi demonstrates that the company is in line with its strategic expansion plan.

Limited quantities of high end digital products were offered for unprecedented prices. The exciting range of products includes laptops, mobile phones and LCD screens.

i2’s new outlet is located on the third floor of the Abu Dhabi mall and offers consumer electronics aficionados the best shopping experience and technical support. The new store confirms i2’s commitment towards retail expansion and its direction towards product diversification.

“Exceeding our customers’ expectations is what all this is all about. This event was an occasion to reward our customers who are our biggest asset by offering them outstanding deals in prices and quality” concluded Tchablakian.