Zain Omantel International (ZOI), the Middle East’s premier global wholesale powerhouse, has achieved the highest Autonomous System Number (ASN) ranking of any service provider in the Middle East, following the successful consolidation of international IP networks across its operations. This milestone places ZOI as the only Middle East network in the top 100 list of over 70,000 networks globally, reinforcing its role as the global gateway for the region and beyond.
A high ASN ranking, recognized by the Center for Applied Internet Data Analysis (CAIDA), reflects peering relationships strength, network’s interconnection lead and routing reachability, which are key indicators of technical performance and scalability. ZOI’s position confirms it operates the most logically interconnected network in the Middle East, offering unparalleled reach to the largest number of networks of any provider in the region without reliance on third parties. This allows ZOI’s customers and partners to benefit from seamless, low-latency access to global networks through a single, secure and efficient platform.
“Achieving the highest ASN ranking in the Middle East is a direct reflection of the investments we’ve made in building world-class, future-ready infrastructure, as well as the successful consolidation of our Global IP network across our operational footprint. We are proud to be the trusted partner of leading service providers, hyperscalers and internet exchanges who rely on our international network to deliver the performance their customers demand,” said Sohail Qadir, CEO at ZOI.
ZOI’s network spans more than 120 cities, connects over 16 global internet exchange points, and supports massive volumes of international voice, messaging, and data capacity services. By carrying such high volumes of traffic across its infrastructure, ZOI plays a foundational role in global telecommunications.
“We are building the most advanced and reliable wholesale platform in the region, and this milestone reinforces our role as the global gateway for the Middle East and beyond. We will continue to expand our network footprint even further and grow our position as the partner of choice for international connectivity,” added Mr. Qadir.
ZOI is investing in expanding end-to-end connectivity, strengthening partnerships with global digital platforms, and streamlining routing strategies to further enhance internet performance at scale. These efforts align with its goal to connect continents and enable the next generation of digital-first economies.
About Zain Omantel International (ZOI)
Zain Omantel International (ZOI) is the Middle East’s premier wholesale powerhouse serving regional operators, international carriers, global hyperscalers and cloud providers seeking services within the region and beyond. The first-of-its-kind joint venture signifies a substantial advancement in the telecommunications industry and is poised to become a global powerhouse due to Zain’s extensive regional presence and success in the retail and digital arenas, combined with Omantel’s exceptional wholesale capabilities and comprehensive international subsea and terrestrial networks. ZOI manages all international wholesale requirements of Zain and Omantel operations in eight countries, serving over 50 million customers.
