Viva, MBC to launch mobile payment for Shahid Plus
MANAMA, September 22, 2015
Viva, a leading telecom provider in Bahrain, has partnered with MBC Group to allow its customers to pay subscription fees of Shahid Plus, the latest by Shahid and a leading premium video-on-demand (VOD) service in the Arab world.
The agreement was made possible with the strategic deal signed among Viva, MBC Group and Integral, a leading digital hub in the Middle East, said a statement.
Under the deal, Viva’s customers will be able to enjoy receiving the paid package from Shahid Plus PLUS to watch the latest movies without commercial breaks along with premium TV shows and series for BD2 ($5.2) only, it said.
The payment will be settled without a credit card, but directly charged to the customers' monthly post-paid bill or debited from their prepaid account.
Andrew Hanna, chief commercial officer, Viva Bahrain, said: “We are pleased to continue bringing the latest developments and most innovative services to our customers, by offering them new technology and products catering to their needs with valuable services.
“Our partnership with MBC Group enables us to continue to provide yet another value-added offering coupled with international content that will help our customers stay connected to their favorite shows and enjoy the best of entertainment even while on-the-go”.
Abe Naga, head of Digital at MBC Group, said: "We're delighted to partner with Viva Bahrain to present Shahid Plus service to its customers and offer them a different payment method.
“Shahid Plus became as a value added service to Shahid, the most popular and successful premium video-on-demand (VOD) service in the Arab world, which we are proud of and continue working to bring all that is new.” - TradeArabia News Service
