Zain Kuwait has achieved a regional milestone by successfully completing the Middle East’s first ultra-high-capacity throughput test, reaching speeds of 31 Gbps.
The breakthrough reflects Zain’s continued investment in future-ready infrastructure and its focus on evolving network capabilities to meet rising demand and enable the next generation of digital services.
By combining large bandwidth resources with 5G-Advanced (5G-A) capabilities, the test delivered stable ultra-high data rates, demonstrating Zain’s readiness to provide extreme capacity, low latency, and next-generation performance.
The trial explored the technical potential of the N77 and mmWave spectrum bands, widely regarded as critical pathways for high-capacity 5G-Advanced evolution. It also aligned with broader developments in advanced carrier aggregation, enabling networks to manage heavy usage while maintaining consistent performance.
Chief Technology Officer Daaij Al-Oud said reaching 31 Gbps in a real-world environment shows how far network capabilities can evolve when advanced spectrum assets are combined with 5G-Advanced features.
“This regional first reflects our commitment to building a future-proof network that keeps Kuwait at the forefront of next-generation connectivity,” he said.
He added that such capacity and performance readiness supports high-density environments, enterprise-grade connectivity, and emerging experiences that rely on ultra-low latency and massive bandwidth.
“Our goal is to ensure the network remains ready not only for today’s digital lifestyles, but also for the platforms, applications, and innovations that will shape the next phase of the digital economy in Kuwait and across the region,” Al-Oud said.
