KRALENDIJK, Bonaire NA -- Digicel, the fastest-growing mobile telecommunications operator in the Caribbean, today announced it has acquired the mobile business from Bonaire telecom provider, TELBO. Under the terms of the deal, Digicel has acquired TELBO's existing mobile subscriber base, spectrum and base station.

Digicel entered the Bonaire market in July 2006, making it the first mobile operator ever to connect Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao (the ABC islands) under one seamless GSM network. Digicel has also increased its commitment to the island by becoming the official sponsor of the Bonaire national football team and Bonaire national football league. Full integration plans are now underway to ensure a smooth and seamless transition for TELBO customers to the Digicel family, allowing them to keep all their exiting benefits as well as experience Digicel's leading industry service, cutting-edge technology and unmatched customer service.

Bonaire Minister of Economic Affairs, Mr. Burney El Hage, welcomes the acquisition. "This is a positive development for TELBO and the people of Bonaire, as it enables TELBO to focus more closely on developing other sides of their business while Digicel will bring Bonaire mobile customers additional choice in addition to increased support and involvement in our community."

Digicel Group