ZOI Breaks Regional Records with Highest ASN Ranking in the Middle East
Zain Omantel International (ZOI) has officially secured its position as the most interconnected network in the Middle East, after achieving the highest Autonomous System Number (ASN) ranking of any regional service provider. Following the successful consolidation of international IP networks across its operations, ZOI is now the only Middle East-based ASN in the top 100 globally, among more than 70,000 active networks tracked worldwide.
This significant milestone positions ZOI as the leading global internet gateway for the region, offering unmatched scalability and reach for its partners and clients.
CAIDA Recognition Validates ZOI’s Global Peering Power
The ranking—based on data from the Center for Applied Internet Data Analysis (CAIDA)—measures the technical strength of interconnections, including peering diversity, routing efficiency, and network visibility. ZOI’s high ASN rank reflects its status as the most logically and operationally connected IP network in the region, operating with minimal dependency on third-party infrastructure.
Through its seamless routing strategies and efficient architecture, ZOI empowers its partners with low-latency, secure, and direct access to global internet ecosystems.
“This achievement is a result of our deep investment in building future-ready, carrier-grade infrastructure,” said Sohail Qadir, CEO of ZOI.
“The consolidation of our global IP assets has enabled us to serve as a trusted backbone for hyperscalers, ISPs, and internet exchanges who rely on ZOI to power their mission-critical services.”
Global Reach Backed by Unmatched Network Infrastructure
ZOI’s international infrastructure spans 120+ cities and connects with over 16 global internet exchange points, carrying large-scale volumes of voice, messaging, and data traffic across continents. This end-to-end reach allows ZOI to act as a key enabler for global digital platforms, content providers, and cloud services.
With its highly resilient backbone, ZOI is helping shape the next generation of global telecom architecture, ensuring businesses and end-users across the region experience faster, more stable, and more secure digital access.
Building the Middle East’s Most Advanced Wholesale Platform
CEO Sohail Qadir added:
“We’re building the region’s most advanced and reliable wholesale platform. This ASN ranking confirms ZOI’s role as the go-to partner for international carriers, digital ecosystems, and data-driven economies.”
The company is continuing to expand its global footprint, further investing in:
- End-to-end IP and voice connectivity
- Strategic partnerships with digital platforms
- Enhanced routing and traffic engineering capabilities
- Infrastructure designed to scale with AI, cloud, and 5G demands
These initiatives are central to ZOI’s vision to connect continents and power emerging digital-first economies, positioning the company as a critical bridge between East and West.
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