Zain Omantel International [ZOI], the Middle East’s premier wholesale carrier has secured the region’s highest Autonomous System Number [ASN] ranking after unifying its international IP networks. The Center for Applied Internet Data Analysis [CAIDA] listed ZOI among the world’s top 100 networks out of more than 70,000. ZOI is the only Middle-East-based operator on the elite list.
A strong ASN ranking signals exceptional peering relationships, extensive interconnection, and superior routing reachability—vital markers of network performance and scale. ZOI’s position confirms that it runs the most logically interconnected network in the Middle East. It gives customers direct, low-latency access to the largest pool of global networks without third-party dependencies.
“Reaching the region’s highest ASN ranking validates our ongoing investment in future-ready infrastructure and consolidation of our global IP footprint.” Said Sohail Qadir, CEO of ZOI. “Leading service providers, hyperscalers, and internet exchanges trust our platform to deliver the performance their customers demand.”
Today ZOI’s backbone:
- Covers 120+ cities worldwide
- Connects to 16+ global Internet exchange points
- Carries massive volumes of international voice, messaging, and data traffic
“We are building the Middle East’s most advanced and reliable wholesale platform,” Mr Qadir added. “This milestone reinforces our role as the region’s global gateway. We will keep expanding our footprint to power the next generation of digital-first economies.”
ZOI continues to invest in end-to-end connectivity, deepen partnerships with global digital platforms, and streamline routing strategies to raise internet performance at scale.
