Smart Cities Ops and Apps Committee

The committee’s mission is to accelerate deployment of ultra-high-speed FTTX – highlighting deployment approaches, applications, and the benefits for Smart Cities, campuses, and other real estate developments in the MENA region.

Committee: Dr. Houssam Almasri, FTTx Project Manager, Khatib & Alami

Technology & Training Committee

This committee is a key pillar for promoting FTTx, 5G, AI, and IoT in the MENA region. It provides the council with an agnostic view of fiber technologies and delivers technical documentation and certified training to expand know-how.

Committee: Mr. Eusebi Llensa, CEO, Outvise

Market Development & Regulatory Committee

This committee analyzes the latest FTTx market data across MENA and focuses on FTTH and 5G development in each country. It delivers reports and studies used as lobbying tools within national institutions to support strategic decision-making. The committee also monitors and influences policy and regulatory frameworks impacting broadband and FTTx deployment and engages with international bodies on FTTH and broadband matters.

Committee Chair: Mr. Khaled Alnatour, Board Member, and CEO of Middle East Fiber Cable Manufacturing Co.