Azaz FTTH Network Expansion Project

The Azaz FTTH Network Expansion Project aims to develop telecommunications infrastructure and expand access to high-speed internet services, supporting the needs of residents, economic activities, and digital services across the city.

Project Overview

The project focuses on expanding the fiber-optic access network and upgrading its infrastructure based on a technical design incorporating GPON / XGS-PON technologies, with a targeted capacity of approximately 16,000 subscribers and the potential for future expansion to 24,000 subscribers.

The expansion is being implemented in phases to connect the targeted service areas, improve connectivity quality, and enable the introduction of additional digital services in the future, subject to technical readiness and applicable regulatory and commercial requirements.

Project Roles

Kayan Holding Group leads the project’s investment and development process, coordinates financing requirements, and oversees the progress of implementation.

Nexa Telecommunications is responsible for executing the network expansion in accordance with the approved scope of work, plans, and technical specifications.

Responsibilities related to network operations, capacity provision, connectivity, and subscriber services are defined through the agreements governing the project, establishing the role and obligations of each party.

Investment Metrics

Investment Size:

3M USD

Project Sector:

Telecommunications

Project location:

Azaz, Aleppo, Syria

Investment Type:

Expansion Investment

Expected ROI:

Provided upon request.

Project Status:

Under Construction / In Execution

Investment & Development Lead:

Kayan Holding Group

Executing Entity:

NEXA Telecommunication

Partner Entities:

None

Government Entities:

None

Project Objectives

Expand Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) coverage across the city of Azaz.
Improve connection speed, quality, and reliability within the service areas.
Increase network capacity to accommodate subscriber and usage growth.
Support access to education, employment, and digital services.
Prepare the infrastructure for the introduction of future telecommunications services.
Implement the expansion in phases based on coverage priorities, demand, and operational feasibility.

Project Scope and Components

Studies & Engineering Design
Defining coverage areas, network routes, distribution points, capacity requirements, technical specifications, and implementation phases.
Civil Works & Infrastructure
Construction of network routes, ducts, manholes, and other required civil works in accordance with the approved plans and site conditions.
Fiber-Optic Network
Supply, installation, connection, and testing of fiber-optic cables, together with the required distribution points and connections to extend the network across the targeted service areas.
Technical Equipment & Network Management Systems
Deployment of core network components, access equipment, monitoring systems, and network management systems in accordance with the approved technology and capacity requirements for each phase.
Subscriber Connections & Service Activation
Implementation of last-mile connections, installation of customer-premises equipment, and completion of the required testing prior to service activation.
Operations, Maintenance & Technical Support
Monitoring network performance, managing capacity and faults, conducting maintenance, and providing subscriber support to ensure service continuity.
Future Expansion & Services
Preparing the network for future capacity expansion and evaluating the introduction of additional services such as IPTV and VoIP, subject to technical and regulatory requirements and commercial feasibility.

Why Invest in This Project?

The project provides an opportunity to expand existing telecommunications infrastructure and enhance residential internet services in Azaz through a fiber-optic network capable of increasing both coverage and capacity in phases.

The commercial model is based on recurring revenues generated through subscriptions and services provided to customers, with the potential to increase revenues by growing the active subscriber base, improving service quality, and strengthening customer retention.

The studies, plans, and technical specifications prepared for the project provide a basis for defining the implementation scope, estimating financing requirements, and aligning capital deployment with implementation milestones.

The feasibility of the expansion is assessed based on actual demand, revenue collection, bandwidth costs, and operating and maintenance expenses.

Current Readiness

According to project data, the technical and civil studies, detailed implementation plans, technical specifications, cost estimates, and implementation schedule have been completed.
Project data also indicates that the required licenses and approvals have been secured and the project agreement has been signed with the relevant government authorities.
Implementation of the network expansion has commenced, with reported progress reaching 50%.
The next stages include completing the required infrastructure, extending the fiber-optic network, installing equipment, conducting testing, and activating services across sectors that have fulfilled the necessary operational requirements.

Project Completed

Investment Opportunity

The investment opportunity involves participating in the completion of the FTTH network expansion in Azaz and developing its capacity to serve approximately 16,000 subscribers, with the potential for future expansion to 24,000 subscribers in accordance with the approved design.

Investment funding is aligned with the project’s implementation, equipment deployment, and service activation phases, supported by an operating and subscriber growth plan corresponding to the readiness of individual coverage areas.

Technical and financial details, the investment participation structure, governance mechanisms, and return distribution arrangements are available through the project’s dedicated investment brief.

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Conclusion

The Azaz FTTH Network Expansion Project represents a step toward strengthening digital connectivity and increasing the capacity of telecommunications infrastructure to meet the needs of residents and economic activities.

Kayan Holding Group and Nexa Telecommunications are advancing the project through a disciplined phased implementation approach, measurable technical quality standards, and efficient operations designed to support subscriber growth and preserve the long-term value of the investment.