Well Being
We are committed to enhance the well-being of all the people in our community and aim for making our country a happier place to live in. We support various events related to sports, art and health in order to further motivate our people to be engaged in such activities.
Irancell sponsors Setaregan-e Sari Wrestling Team
In support of one of Iran’s national sports and considering excitement of the Wresting Premier League (free style) contests, MTN Irancell was sponsor of Setaregan-e Sari Wrestling Team. With a decade of history at Iran’s Premier League and winning three first runner-up’s positions and one second runner-up title at the Premier League, the team managed to get two second runner-up titles at 2017 and 2018 World Wrestling Clubs Cup. In the first leg of the League, Setaregan-e Sari secured the top position and hosted Sanaye Mazandaran, Moghavemate Tehran and Heyat Koshti Khorasan teams at Group B for the second leg.
These exciting contests were held at Sari’s Seyyed Rasoul Hosseini Stadium on Friday 12 November from 9 to 21 and broadcast live on TV3 Channel, Sport TV Channel and Tabarestan Provincial TV Channel.
Cooperation with South African Embassy in Supplying Healthcare Equipment for the Children of Kahrizak
In commemoration of Nelson Mandela’s birthday, South Africa’s late leader, and in response to the request made by South Africa’s embassy in Tehran, during a ceremony held on September 30, 2021, at the presence of South Africa’s ambassador, and in alignment with practicing our social responsibility to enhance the wellbeing of our society, Irancell donated a collection of baby healthcare equipment to Kahrizak Charity Institute (Alborz Province).
MTN Irancell sponsored documentary called “Tattooed Dreams”
Tattooed Dreams, the feature documentary by Mehdi Ganji which was sponsored by Irancell, has not only won the diploma of honor from Iran Documentary Independent Festival, but it also has made a remarkable performance in Milan Sports Films Festival! This movie follows the story of several football enthusiastic boys from around Iran who compete with each other so that they can be chosen to travel to Spain and be trained by La Liga’s professional coaches. Shot in several cities of Iran and Spain, Tattooed Dreams made its first international debut in the 39th Sports Films Festival of Milan and received jury’s certificate of appreciation!
MorePraising MTN Irancell for supporting Medical Staff
During a ceremony held concurrent with anniversary of Coronavirus breakout in Iran, MTN Irancell was recognized by the minister of Health and head of Medical Council of I.R.I and a prestigious award was granted to Irancell CEO for Irancell active role in fulfilling its social responsibilities and supporting the medical staff during the pandemic. The event was titled “Closing Ceremony for Reviewing and Hailing the Supporters of Medical Staff” and held on Monday, 15 March 2021 at Milad Tower Conference Hall and attended by Dr. Zarif, foreign minister; Dr. Zafarghandi, head of Medical Council; Dr. Hanachi, Tehran mayor; Mr. Hashemi Rafsanjani, chairman and member of Islamic City Council of Tehran; Dr. Harirchi, deputy minister of Health and Medical Education; Dr. Raeisi, deputy of Health and Medical Education ministry, Lieutenant Staff General Ebrahim Golfam, secretary of the Center for fighting the Corona on General Staff of the Armed Forces and groups of managers, veterans and those active in health issues and media including Adel Ferdowsipour.
Irancell Sponsors Shiraz’s International Rally
Irancell Sponsors Persepolis, Esteghlal and Tractor Football Clubs
The Cooperation is aimed at creating sustainable development and promoting the economic and cultural status of Esteghlal, Persepolis and Tractor football clubs and it is hoped to be the starting point for maximizing their potentialities to provide more services to their millions of fans.
MTN Irancell and La Liga Sign a Cooperation Contract
During a press conference held at MTN Irancell headquarter, MTN Irancell and La Liga cooperation has kicked off. The ceremony attended by MTN Irancell Managing Director, Spanish Ambassador, La Liga administrators, a number of deputies and managers of MTN Irancell, directors of Persepolis, Esteghlal, Tractor Sazi football clubs and a number of prominent Iranian and Spanish football figures, including Javad Nekounam and Fernando Morientes.
The partnership is aimed at providing products related to football, as well as mobile technology, including La Liga channel on MTN Irancell Lenz (IPTV) application platform. It is hoped that this cooperation would be the starting point for improving the level of football in the country through providing access to the up-to-date and first-hand content of the world football and present more services to the fans of this popular sport in the country which will lead to Irancellers ultimate satisfaction.
Irancell Sponsors Iran’s Pro League 2015-2016 Draw Event
Irancell Sponsors Iran Play-Off Football Champion Ceremony (2014-2015)
Irancell Sponsors Iran Football Pro League 2014-2015 Champion Ceremony
Irancell Sponsors Iran Persian Gulf Football Pro League 2014-2015
Irancell Sponsors Shiraz’s International Rally (Spring 2015)
Irancell the superior sponsor of the first Iran Motorcycle Race (September 2014)
Irancell sponsors Iranian teams for 2012 Olympics
According to the agreement concluded between Irancell CEO and Head of the National Olympic Committee, Irancell would be the exclusive sponsor of Iranian teams for 2012 Olympics.
This agreement is intended to facilitate the participation of Iranian athletes in 2012 Olympics and pave the way for using all the opportunities in this great sports event.
According to Irancell CEO, Mr. Dezfouli, the Olympic Games offer an opportunity for different athletes and cultures to gather together. Therefore, Irancell will sponsor all the Iranian teams for Olympics 2012 to fulfill part of its social responsibility.
He further stated that improvement of sports events sponsorship, creating excitement among Irancell young subscribers, and communicating the games results are among the main purposes of sponsorship of Iranian teams in Olympic 2012.
Irancell sponsors "Persian Gulf Premium League, Irancell Cup"
By conclusion of an agreement between the Head of Iranian Football Premier League and Irancell CEO, the sponsorship of the football premium league 1390-1391 named as Persian Gulf Premier League, "Irancell Cup" was undertaken by Irancell.
The objectives of such agreements include: increasing the public interest in football via mass media (especially through Irancell mobile and WiMAX platform), introducing the national football and the Premium League to the Iranians via innovative value added mobile contents and paving the way for extended relations between the specialists, authorities, sportsmen and fans using Irancell state-of-the-art mobile and WiMAX services.
Irancell is honored to have its brand name accompanied by the glorious name of "Persian Gulf". Irancell hopes the value and true meaning of the national heritage "Persian Gulf" is once again highlighted.
Irancell Vitrin includes different Premium League contents. To get the contents list (news, schedules, additional information, etc.), send a message to 9091, free of charge.
Irancell Sponsors Shiraz’s International Rally (Spring 2015)
Irancell sponsors Iran Health exhibition (2014)
Irancell sponsored the "Kung Fu To'a" World Cup in Shiraz (October-November 2011)
Irancell sponsors National Volleyball Team in Asia Cup
Irancell is honored to sponsor the National Volleyball Team in qualifying Olympics 2012 in addition to the Asian Volleyball Cup and qualifying Volleyball World Cup.
Our National Volleyball Team became the Asia Champion for the first time and qualified for the 2012 Olympics by defeating all the rivals not to mention defeating China on 29 September 2011.
Irancell sponsored Esteghlal - Persepolis match in the Football Premium League 86-87
Irancell Sponsors Iran’s First Concert-Theatre Called "Last Days of Winter"
Irancell sponsors the great concert of Hafez and Shahram Nazeri
Hafez Nazeri, the creator of #1 billboard "Rumi Symphony Project: Untold" at a concert with Shahram Nazeri, the receipiant of Légion d'honneur.
Irancell’s active participation in HSE conference
Irancell, Sponsor of 5th Digital Media Exhibition (September 2011)
The 5th Digital Media Exhibition held in Mosalla Tehran (90 thousands m2) dated 6-16 October 2011 and sponsored by Irancell had 900 stands and was attended by participants from 30 foreign countries. The Exhibition had visitors interested in different fields such as mobile, media in the mirror of art, computer games, etc.
Cooperation with Iran MS Org
Cooperation with Imam Khomeini Relief Foundation
Thanks to cooperation between Irancell and Imam Khomeini Relief Foundation (IKRF), Irancell subscribers can now give their alms and cash donations to IKRF via mobile phone.
In line with its social responsibilities, Irancell has paved the way for this charitable donation so that the subscribers can readily make their cash donations to the needy everywhere and anytime by their mobile phone.
Irancell subscribers can send a free SMS to short code 8133 to transfer the specified amount of donations to IKRF account.
Cooperation with State Welfare Organization
In cooperation with State Welfare Organization (SWO), Irancell launched "Hamrah-e-Mehr" system which enables the benevolent people to make their charitable contributions via their mobile phone, to help the needy supported by SWO.
The platform of Hamrah-e-Mehr System has been launched in cooperation with Irancell and in line with SWO strategy for maximum participation of the companies and organizations in fulfilling their social responsibilities.
Irancell subscribers can send a free SMS to short code 8111 to transfer the specified amount of donations to SWO.
Cooperation with Iranian Red Crescent Society
In cooperation between Irancell and Iranian Red Crescent Society (RCS), the "Public Participation 8115" service was launched which enables the subscribers to know how the donations are raised via mobile phone.
“Hamrah-e-Mehrabani” System has been launched in joint cooperation with Irancell aiming at implementing RCS strategy to attract optimal public contribution and to encourage companies to fulfill their social responsibility.
You can send a blank SMS to 8115 to choose one of the short codes mentioned below to deduct the following amounts from your airtime and transfer the same to the needy:
- 81151: IRR 5000
- 81152: IRR 10,000
- 81153: IRR 20,000
- 81154: IRR 50,000
At the end, you will receive a confirmation SMS.
These services are provided for humanitarian and relief purposes to alleviate the suffering of the needy and to support their life and health. Upon final confirmation, the donated amounts will be charged in the postpaid subscribers' bill and/or deducted from the prepaid subscribers' airtime.
Youth Education
Our main objective is to enhance the learning culture and increase the general knowledge of the youth. We aim for promoting positive youth development, motivating them to put more effort in learning and making them familiar with the latest achievements in science and technology.
Inauguration Ceremony of Irancell High School
In an attempt to equip deprived areas with educational facilities and in line with its social responsibilities, MTN Irancell has put up a school building in Simin Shahr, Golestan Province. The inauguration ceremony of Irancell High School was held on 29 September from 10 until 12 and attended by Dr. Abbasi Arand, CEO as well as provincial officials. The ceremony was broadcast live on Lenz IPTV.
National Congress of Biosystems Mechanical Engineering
The 13th National Congress of Biosystems Engineering Mechanization (Biosystems Mechanical Engineering 1400) and the first Biosystems Engineering Student Festival was held with the support of Irancell.
This congress was held online from 15 to 17 September 2021, in the presence of the Minister of Agriculture and the head of Agriculture and Natural Resources Engineering Organization of Iran at Tarbiat Modares University.
During this congress, specialized fields of design and construction, post-harvest technology, renewable energy and mechanization technologies were discussed. Keynote speeches in the fields of policy-making and practical and technical approaches, as well as entrepreneurship meetings with experts, were also among the programs of this congress.
Shining together, once again!
At “Iranian International Conference on Digital Transformation” , held online by the Faculty of Management University of Tehran on 6 and 7 September 2021 (15 and 16 Shahrivar 1400), we showed once again that we are aptly called “Iran’s first and greatest digital operator”! In “the most important professional digital transformation event in Iran” featuring leading companies in the field, we received this event’s highly coveted awards for the second consecutive year: the Golden Award in “Digital Elites of the Year” and a certificate of appreciation for “Work Management in COVID-19 Pandemic”. We are glad to be playing an active role in the transformation and prosperity of digital ecosystem in our country, and even more determined to continue our journey in the path we’ve followed so far!
The Third Startup Weekend in Irancell Innovation Center
Hosting 10 startup teams which had been accepted upon initial evaluations, this event took place from June 22 to 26, 2021, at Kahkeshan Accelerator of Irancell Labs, located in Irancell Innovation Center. The participating startup teams came from such fields as digital life style services, digital health, location-based services, cloud computing, digital marketing and VOD. The first day of this event kicked off on Tuesday, June 22 and continued with several online workshops on Dana Plus until Thursday. On Saturday, June 26, all the teams presented their ideas to the board of juries and at the end the best teams were accepted in “Pre-acceleration/acceleration” processes of Kahkeshan Accelerator which took place the summer of the same year.
29th Iranian Conference on Electrical Engineering With Irancell’s Support and Participation
This conference was held by Iranian Association of Electrical and Electronic Engineering and the Permanent Secretariat of the Conference at Amirkabir University, from May 18 to 20. By attending this conference, Irancell aimed to encourage and support innovative ideas in the fields of electronics and telecommunications, took part in the discussions and exchanged experiences in providing services based on new telecom technologies such as 5G and 6G. At the last day of the conference on May 20, Dr. Bijan Abbasi Arand, the CEO of Irancell, delivered a speech with the title of "Digital Transformation; Gateway to the Fully-Digital Future". Furthermore, multiple workshops were held with the participation of Irancell's top managers, to further the discussion in the subjects of "ICT localization; the Achievements of Mobile Operators", "Employment for University Graduates in Electrical and Telecommunications Industry" and "Mobile Networks and their Radio Optimization”.
Telecom 99 Exhibition
MTN Irancell as Iran’s first and greatest Digital Operator participated in the Telecom 99 Exhibition on 23-26 February 2021 and introduced its latest products, services and achievements in various communication technology fields and digital arena, not to mention its eight-month leadership in providing 5G Internet in Iran. During the event, Irancell diversified products and services were offered including local 4G and 5G modems, API service for businesses (Yello Hub), digital advertisement platform (Yello Adwise), online learning and webinar platform (Dana Plus), Kahkeshan Accelerator, VoLTE Service, Advance Airtime Service, Push to talk over Cellular (PoC) solution, Smart Fleet Management System, Enterprise Cloud Service (Sirang) and Enterprise mobile (FMC/MVPN).
Taking part in “Data Infrastructure Localization for the National Information Network”
In recent years, Irancell has been especially preoccupied with developing the necessary infrastructure to empower local companies and businesses, supporting national product, reinforcing knowledge enterprises and expanding business opportunities. The “Data Infrastructure Localization for the National Information Network” event in the closing days of 1399 was a great opportunity for Irancell to present its latest achievements in such pivotal areas as data centers, content distribution networks and cloud services. This event was held maintaining all the safety protocols on 21-22 February 2021, at ICT’s Research Center with the cooperation of National Virtual Space Center and private sector. Meanwhile, Irancell’s specialized procurement units sought out appropriate vendors to fulfill its data infrastructure needs at demand-driven negotiation tables.
Supporting the 2nd International Conference on Knowledge Management, Blockchain and Economy
Irancell is not a mere digital operator; we’re constantly after cutting-edge knowledge and technologies. We try to lay the necessary foundations for them to be useful to our society and have supported scientific and research events wherever and whenever possible. The 2nd International Conference on Knowledge Management, Blockchain and Economy was one of such occasions which was held online on 23-24 February 2021, with three main topics: “Blockchain and Knowledge-Based Management”, “Blockchain Usages in Industry and Services” and “Blockchain and Knowledge Economy”. This conference was a great opportunity to further introduce the concept of knowledge-based management which contributes to a better corporate governance. Moreover, it served as an occasion for the researchers in these fields to cooperate, exchange ideas and experiences, present their theoretical and applied achievements, and offer new solutions for the advancement of industry and services in our country using such novel technologies as Blockchain.
Sponsoring the 6th Round of ELECOM Stars
“ELECOM Stars”, which has always been a part of international ELECOMP Exhibition, is annually held to support startups and empower innovative businesses, and also to give consultation and seek investment for them. But the 6th round of this event in 2021 was unlike the preceding ones! Firstly, the event was held online due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and more importantly it received Irancell’s sponsorship. In the 6th ELECOM Stars, which included three main sections (“ELECOM Pitch”, “Shetab Pavilion” and “Sarmayeh Arena”), “Irancell Labs” representing Irancell Company had a major part in arranging for the competition, cooperation and investment for 70 startup teams. Since supporting startup businesses and knowledge enterprises, and ultimately helping Iran’s digital economy toward sustainable development and growth, has been one of Irancell’s main goals in recent years, our company’s name has gradually come to be known as the supporter of innovation ecosystem in Iran as well!
Major Contribution in the 3rd “Iran Digital Week” Event
In the 3rd “Iran Digital Week”, Irancell had some pretty good news from its achievements in digital services. Irancell’s new 5G site located at Ab-o-Atash Park was officially opened by ICT Minister; this is Irancell’s fourth commercially rolled-out 5G site and the first site of its kind to be accessible to public. “Avatar” project was another new digital service by Irancell inaugurated in this event. Using AI technology, Avatar makes smart customer relationship management possible in call centers. What’s more, Irancell participated in the first auction of radiofrequency spectrum band in Iran and signed “New Technologies Laboratory” and “Spectrum Sharing” agreements with Tarbiat Modares University. The 3rd “Iran Digital Week” was held on February 2021 with the aim of exploring the latest trends and developments of the modern technologies in Iran, and also showcasing the achievements of active businesses in digital services, featuring specialized seminars and meetings which revolved around “Fifth Generation Mobile Technology (5G)”, “Internet of Things (IoT)”, and “Artificial Intelligence (AI)”.
Sponsoring the publication of “Monopolies and Tech Giants” in Persian
“Monopolies and Tech Giants: The Insights You Need from Harvard Business Review” is one of the latest in Harvard Business Review Insights series which has been published in 2020. The writers of this book talk and think about the challenge of Tech mega-firms around the world and their ever-expanding monopoly at the expense of thwarting smaller or startup business activities. The discussions will provide helpful insights on corporate inequality and how to deal with them for those who are seeking for a healthier competitive space in their industry. In order to theoretically as well as practically support smaller companies and the startup ecosystem of our country, Irancell sponsored the publication of this book in Persian and printed it in partnership with RahPardakht Publication in 1399.
Irancell Sponsors Tehran Game Convention (TGC)
Irancell Sponsors the third round of Tehran Independent Game Producer Festival
Irancell Sponsors the First National Conference on Digital Game Research
Irancell Sponsors the International Holy Quran Competitions (2011, 2014 & 2015)
Dedicating Amounts Related to "One Image-One Brick" Campaign to the Organization for Development, Renovation and Equipping Schools of Iran (2015)
Active Participation in Tehran After Sales Services Exhibition (Spring 2015)
Irancell sponsors Programming Contest Allameh Helly High Sschool (Winter 2014)
Irancell sponsors Tehran International Book Fair (2011, 2014)
Irancell Sponsors TELECOM Exhibition (2007 - 2015)
Irancell Sponsors the First Digital Media and Information Technology Exhibition (2014)
Irancell Sponsors Tehran's Computer Games Exhibition (2013)
Irancell Sponsors Iran Mobile Congress (Feb. 2013 )
Irancell Sponsores the 1st Computer Games Festival and Exhibition
The 1st Computer Games Festival and Exhibition was held in Conference Hall of Milad Tower at the presence of the state culture authorities. The event was sponsored by Irancell.
Irancell, Sponsor of the Second International Conference on e-Citizen and Mobile Phone (December 2011)
Irancell, Sponsor of Iran 2nd Mobile VAS Conference
The 2nd Mobile Value-Added Services (VAS) Conference will be sponsored by Irancell and held by the Technology Research Center of Sharif University of Technology in February-March 2012. Irancell will attend this Conference as the first VAS web provider in Iran (Vitrin Portal).
Irancell, Sponsor of 2nd ICT Service Centers National Conference
Irancell sponsored the 2nd National Conference on ICT Service Centers and the non-governmental public sector and their role in realization of e-government, held on 26 December 2011 in the Conference Hall of Ministry of Interior.
The Conference was devoted to describing and defining the methods for implementing, decision making, and providing annual balance sheets and reports about these ICT service centers, not to mention providing the future perspective and roadmap for development and integration of ICT and the public sector.
Irancell Sponsors Isfahan 2nd Specialized Exhibition
The Second Specialized Exhibition of Telecommunications was held in Isfahan Permanent International Fairground from 18 to 21 June 2011 sponsored by Irancell Telecommunications Services Company.
Irancell Sponsored Mashhad 4th ELECIT Exhibition
Mashhad Municipality held the 4th IT and Electronic City Exhibition (ELECIT 2011) from 7 to 10 June 2011 which was sponsored by Irancell Telecommunications Services Company in line with implementation of the metropolitan municipalities ICT development strategy. This Exhibition played an essential role in the interaction between the private, public and government sectors.
Irancells Active Participation in Tabriz Exhibition on Telecom
The Exhibition on Telecom, Computer and Related Industries dated 23- 27 July 2011 was well attended by Irancell in Tabriz Permanent Fairground of the East Azerbaijan Province.
Irancell's Active Participation in 1st Annual Iran Mobile VAS Conference
The First Annual Iran Mobile VAS Conference (February 2011) was held by the Technology Research Center of Sharif University in IRIB International Conference Center with Irancell participation as the first provider of VAS website in Iran (Vitrin Portal).
Irancell Sponsors Qom and Mashhad Elecomp Exhibitions
Environment
In addition to providing environmental friendly services and products, we also pursue the goal of promoting to preserve and protect green environment as one of our important social responsibilities.
Irancell plants 15,000 seedlingsh4. Go paperless, help preserve the environment.
Irancell supports environment (April-May 2016)
Desert's thirst will be quenched, if there exists "water"
In line with promotion and development of environment protection culture and sustainable water consumption, Irancell Telecommunications Services Company sponsored desert trekking program carried out by one of the champions of this field with the aim of beating a world record.
We are pleased to inform those who are interested in desert trekking that through Irancell sponsorship, the first phase of this program (150 kilometers east to west trekking of Rig Jenn Desert) was successfully completed by Younes Movahed Sariee who could walk the said path in winter within 2 days, 18 hours, for the first time in Iran and in the world.
Younes Movahed Sariee is a professional mountain climber from East Azerbaijan. He is the member of Iran Mountaineering Association who trekked this difficult path in Rig Jenn Desert with the aim of increasing hazardous desert trekking conditions.
This professional mountaineer is also the member of Iranian Cheetah Society and holds the record of walking around Iran.
Technology
Sponsoring “5th Generation Communications” Specialized Seminar in KITEX 2022 International Exhibition
During KITEX 2022 International Exhibition which was held on Kish Island, 11 May 2022 (21st Ordibehesht 1401), the specialized seminar “5th Generation Communications: Future Perspective and the Challenges of its Domestic Development” was run with Irancell sponsorship. “Analyzing Proper 5G Frequency Band Allocation in Iran”, “Operators Roadmap to Develop 5G and its Regulatory-Frequency Requirements”, and “The Latest in 5G Technology and its Equipment Capability Developments in Response to Domestic Needs” were the most important pivots of this seminar, with the communications activists of the country having special panels and talks around these topics. Moreover, a special session titled “5G Frequency Allocation Requirements and Approaches in Iran” was presented by Dr. Hassan Bolvardi, Irancell’s Chief Technical Officer.