Emtel
Veerapen Prabagaren, also known as Vellen, currently serves as the Distribution Commercial Manager at Emtel since May 2023. Previously, Vellen held the position of Head of Sales at Grays. inc Ltd from October 2018 to May 2023 and worked as a Sales Supervisor at Panagora Marketing from March 2014 to September 2018. In terms of education, Vellen is pursuing a PhD in Public Finance at Heriot-Watt University, expected to complete in May 2025. Vellen also holds a Master of Science in Financial Management from Heriot-Watt University (2020-2022), a Master of Business Administration in Marketing from the University of Mauritius (2015-2017), and a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Production and Operation Management from the University of Mauritius (2011-2014).
Emtel
Emtel has been a fountainhead of innovation in telecom and digital space. It has grown in its stature over the years and today, it has matured into a one-stop-shop that offers a wide range of products and services, with an objective of meeting telecommunication needs of its customers , be it individuals, big corporates , small and medium enterprises or the households. Emtel was launched in 1989 and this major step in Mauritian telecommunications history took place under the aegis of The Currimjee Jeewanjee Group, one of the leading business groups in the Mauritius. Living up to its reputation as a pioneer in mobile telephony in the Southern hemisphere, Emtel has consistently strived to fulfil its commitment to society by embracing change. Emtel has many accolades to its name as FIRST , be it launching 3G service and later launch of 4G services, unveiling a state-of-the-art Tier-3 data centre , mobile services and enterprise connectivity in Agalega, innovative Value- added services , Cloud bases Enterprise Solutions and Unlimited Voice & Data products in mobile telephony segment. Emtel offers Unlimited Data, Voice and Vas products on prepaid and postpaid platforms along with unlimited high speed broadband internet access for home users. Emtel has now opened new possibilities for all segments with ππ’π«ππ¨π± ππ which brings seamless, uninterrupted and ultra-fast home Internet with a simple Plug & Play solution. Airbox 5G offers special 5G packs together with add-on services such as added speed/volume, fixed voice service, WiFi extender, security camera and TV channels with Canal+ Emtel is offering a wide range of customized and innovative connectivity solutions to corporates suiting their business needs under Emtel Business portfolio. With METISS and continued fibre expansions, Emtel is undoubtedly laying the foundation for 5G in Mauritius, which will bring considerable benefits to individuals, households, businesses and smart cities in coming years.