Huawei and Zain KSA have successfully completed a Proof of Concept (PoC) test of the groundbreaking Superlink Microwave solution, delivering exceptional results. This test is part of the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT)’s Universal Service Fund (USF) program.
The PoC demonstrated an impressive 3.5Gbps high capacity over a 35km ultra-long-distance link, with an outstanding availability of up to 99.999%. The system is also capable of being upgraded to 8Gbps in the future. This achievement marks the first commercial deployment of Huawei’s Superlink solution featuring universal ODUs (outdoor units). A key innovation is the Quad-band antenna, which supports channels across the 6/7/8/11GHz frequency bands simultaneously, overcoming the limitations of low-band frequency channels. The use of universal ODUs ensures that the solution can be deployed efficiently and cost-effectively, addressing key challenges faced by low-band microwave links.
Eng. Mohammed AlNujaidi, Vice President of Engineering at Zain KSA, stated, “At Zain KSA, we are committed to expanding our digital ecosystem throughout the Kingdom through global partnerships. We will continue to improve broadband services, especially in remote areas, as part of our ongoing effort to bridge the digital divide and enhance connectivity in both urban and rural communities.”
James Zeng, President of Huawei’s Microwave Product Line, added, “We are excited to collaborate with Zain KSA in delivering this innovative solution that significantly improves network capacity and reliability. Our SuperLink solution sets a new industry standard in microwave technology, ensuring robust performance and scalability for the next generation of telecommunications networks.”
