The stc group revealed that in the middle of the holy month of Ramadan, the usage of digital and communication services at the Two Holy Mosques achieved a record increase, coinciding with an increase in the number of Umrah pilgrims and visitors and high demand for communication and internet services in Makkah and Medina.
According to the network’s operational indicators, the Holy Mosque of Makkah has seen an increase of more than 21% in internet data traffic, and more than 48% of internet traffic is transmitted via fifth generation technology, an increase of 18% compared to last year. The network also recorded a more than 40% increase in internet data traffic at Civil Mosque, with more than 48% of the traffic passing through fifth generation technology, an increase of 67% compared to last year.
In terms of voice traffic, the network recorded an increase of 5% in the Holy Mosque of Makkah and 14% in the Medina Mosque compared to last year. This is an indicator that reflects the high operational efficiency of the network and its ability to accommodate a significant increase in visitors and pilgrims, while maintaining the quality of service and achieving standard performance indicators.
In addition to preparing for the Umrah period, stc Group expanded its network capabilities by developing and modernizing more than 600 communication towers in Makkah and 470 communication towers in Medina to meet increased demand and accommodate the significant increase in the number of visitors and pilgrims during the peak season of the holy month of Ramadan.
stc Group continues to strengthen the readiness of digital infrastructure in Makkah and Medina, preparing key locations and developing networks to serve the millions of Umrah pilgrims, worshipers and visitors, ensuring an integrated digital experience for the divine guests of the Holy Mosque of Makkah and the Prophet’s Mosque.
This year, the network also witnessed an increase in the number of international roaming customers visiting the Kingdom to perform Umrah or visit, recording an increase of over 10% compared to the previous year. This reflects the growing demand for digital and communication services at the Two Holy Mosques and confirms the ability of the STC network to keep up with millions of pilgrims and provide reliable, high-quality communication services.
The stc group revealed that the use of digital and communication services in holy mosques saw a record increase in the middle of the holy month of Ramadan. This coincides with an increase in the number of pilgrims and visitors in Mecca and Medina, and an increased demand for communication and internet services.
According to the network’s operational indicators, the Holy Mosque of Makkah saw an increase in internet data traffic of more than 21%, and more than 48% of internet traffic was transmitted via 5G technology, an increase of 18% compared to last year. The network also recorded a more than 40% increase in internet data traffic at the Holy Mosque in Medina, with more than 48% of the traffic being transmitted via 5G technology, reflecting a 67% year-on-year increase.
In terms of voice traffic, the network recorded a 5% increase in the Holy Mosque of Makkah and a 14% increase in the Holy Mosque of Medina compared to last year. This demonstrates the high operational efficiency of the network and its ability to accommodate a significant increase in the number of visitors and pilgrims, while maintaining service quality and achieving record performance indicators.
Regarding preparations for the Umrah season, STC Group expanded its network capacity by developing and upgrading more than 600 communication towers in Mecca and 470 communication towers in Medina to meet the growing demand and accommodate the significant increase in the number of visitors and pilgrims during the peak season of the blessed month of Ramadan.
stc Group continues to strengthen the readiness of the digital infrastructure in Makkah and Medina, with key locations serving millions of pilgrims, worshipers and visitors, and developing networks to ensure a comprehensive digital experience for the guests of Allah at the Holy Mosque in Makkah and the Prophet’s Mosque in Medina.
This year, the network also witnessed an increase in the number of international roaming customers arriving in the Kingdom to perform Umrah or visit, recording an increase of over 10% year-on-year. This reflects the growing demand for digital and communication services in the capacity of the Holy Mosque and confirms the ability of the STC network to accommodate the millions of guests of Allah and provide reliable and high-quality communication services.
