3G to Stimulate Mobile Market Growth in UAE

UAE remains a very promising market for third generation (3G) mobile services, greatly influenced by the crowded mobile market combined with large affluent population that seems to be more technically savvy. As a result, the number of mobile subscribers forecast to grow at a CAGR of around 25% (2007-2012) to reach 2.4 million by 2012 end, according to our new report, "thriving UAE Telecom Sector".

There have been a mass migration of users from traditional voice-only phones for more sophisticated third-generation mobile technology over the past year. Analyze the current situation of massive immigration, our report said that the number of 3G mobile subscribers will reach 2.4 million in 2012. Moreover, with better understanding of technology, access to more affordable 3G phones on the market, sales of 3G mobile phones with around 22% in 2008 compared to 2007.

We also found that penetration of the mobile market reached over 190% in 2008, leaving less space for the operators to further benefit from the market. Therefore, operators are now looking at Value Added Services (VAS) to derive revenue from a saturated mobile market. With rapidly declining Internet subscription rate and easy access to high speed broadband, the number of Internet subscribers is forecast to grow at a CAGR of approx. 25% during 2009-2012.

"Flowering UAE Telecom Sector" provides extensive research and detailed information about the various telecom segments, such as landline, Internet and 3G. It thoroughly analyzes the UAE telecom market, taking into account various factors that are still necessary for anticipated market growth. The report further assesses the potential of new telecom technologies as WiMAX, mobile TV and IPTV.

Besides, as the telecommunications market remains duopoly of Etisalat and du in the report, to forget the importance of these two players in the UAE telecom market, also offers a rational analysis of these two operators. This includes in-depth research and extensive analysis of their activities, the latest development and SWOT analysis with respect to the UAE telecommunications industry.