Olive Branch FTTH Network Project in Afrin

The Olive Branch FTTH Network Project in Afrin represents established operational experience in developing fiber-optic networks and delivering connectivity services to households and businesses.

Project Overview

The Olive Branch FTTH Network Project is an operational telecommunications project serving Afrin and its surrounding areas. Z.D Telecom is responsible for the implementation and operation of the network, providing internet services to households, businesses, and service facilities across the covered areas.

Since 2021, the project has included the rehabilitation of existing infrastructure, replacement of damaged cables, deployment of underground and aerial fiber-optic networks, and development of the operational and data infrastructure required to deliver, manage, and monitor services.

The network currently serves more than 15,800 active users through an infrastructure comprising approximately 200 kilometres of fiber-optic cables and 9 Optical Line Terminals (OLTs), with plans to expand the service base to more than 25,000 users.

Project Roles

Kayan Holding Group supports the project’s investment and development strategy, evaluates growth opportunities, and coordinates partnerships associated with future network expansion.

Z.D Telecom is responsible for the implementation and operation of the network and for managing its technical and commercial services within the project scope.

The responsibilities of participating entities, bandwidth and connectivity providers, and service providers are governed by the approved agreements, defining the scope of each party and its operational and financial obligations.

Investment Metrics

Investment Size:

6M USD

Project Sector:

Telecommunications

Project location:

Afrin Area, Aleppo, Syria

Investment Type:

Expansion Investment

Expected ROI:

Provided upon request.

Project Status:

Operational, Completed

Investment & Development Lead:

Kayan Holding Group

Executing Entity:

Z.D Telekom

Partner Entities:

None

Government Entities:

None

Project Objectives

  • Develop fiber-optic internet services across Afrin and the surrounding coverage areas.
  • Improve connection quality and service continuity for households, businesses, and service facilities.
  • Rehabilitate and modernize infrastructure while improving network operating and maintenance efficiency.
  • Expand the user base in line with network readiness and actual demand.
  • Support access to education, employment, and digital services.
  • Develop technical capabilities and customer service to support the continued growth of operations.

Project Scope and Components

  1. Infrastructure Rehabilitation
    Repairing and upgrading sections of the existing network, replacing damaged cables, and preparing the required routes to support expanded coverage.
  2. Fiber-Optic Networks
    Deployment, connection, and testing of underground and aerial fiber-optic cables, together with the installation of distribution points across the service areas.
  3. Access Equipment & User Connections
    Operating OLT equipment and other network infrastructure, implementing last-mile connections, installing customer-premises equipment, and activating services.
  4. Network Operations & Data Facilities
    Operating the facilities and technical infrastructure dedicated to network and service management, performance monitoring, and fault resolution.
  5. Connectivity & Digital Services
    Providing high-speed internet, IPTV, and VoIP services, subject to technical and commercial availability within each service area.

Why Invest in This Project?

The project is built on an operational network, an established user base, and practical field experience in implementing and operating fiber-optic infrastructure across Afrin and its surrounding areas.

The existing infrastructure provides a basis for evaluating expansion opportunities using actual operating data, including usage, subscriptions, collections, service quality, and maintenance costs.

Development opportunities focus on improving utilization of the existing network, expanding coverage, upgrading equipment, and increasing operational efficiency. The feasibility of each expansion phase is assessed based on the cost of connecting new users, expected revenues, bandwidth costs, and service delivery expenses.

Current Readiness

  • The project is operational, with service areas including Afrin, Jindires, Rajo, Kafr Safra, Qatma, and Kafr Jannah, subject to the available coverage within each area.
  • Current operating data includes approximately 200 kilometres of deployed fiber-optic cables.
  • The network operates 9 OLT units.
  • The network serves more than 15,800 active users.
  • Current services include high-speed internet, IPTV, and VoIP.
  • The expansion strategy focuses on increasing network capacity and extending coverage to enable the network to serve more than 25,000 users, subject to technical studies and the approved growth plan.
Project Completed
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Investment Opportunity

The investment opportunity lies in the development and expansion of an existing fiber-optic network through increased coverage, equipment upgrades, enhanced network capacity, improved operating efficiency, and stronger customer service capabilities.

The existing service base enables the investment opportunity to be evaluated using actual operating data, while clearly distinguishing the performance of the existing network from the costs and projected revenues associated with future expansion.

The scope of participation, use of funds, management and operating responsibilities, and return distribution mechanisms will be defined through a dedicated investment study and agreements governing the specific opportunity.

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Conclusion

The Olive Branch FTTH Network Project in Afrin represents established operational experience in developing fiber-optic networks and delivering connectivity services to households and businesses.

Its development strategy focuses on maintaining service quality, improving network efficiency, and expanding coverage through a disciplined approach that supports business growth, strengthens the project’s investment value, and sustains its contribution to the local economy.

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