The Challenge
Jazz, Pakistan's leading telecom operator, faced a critical growth challenge. Their existing copper network couldn't meet the surging demand for high-speed broadband in Lahore's rapidly expanding housing societies.
Key Pain Points
- 1Legacy copper infrastructure limiting speeds to 20 Mbps
- 245,000 homes in 12 societies without fiber connectivity
- 3Competitors gaining market share with faster rollouts
- 4Complex coordination required with multiple housing authorities
- 5Underground cabling challenges in congested urban areas
Business Impact: Jazz was losing an estimated PKR 50M monthly in potential revenue to competitors who had already deployed fiber in adjacent areas.
The Opportunity
With the right partner and execution strategy, Jazz could not only catch up but leapfrog competitors by deploying a future-proof FTTH network capable of delivering gigabit speeds.
Project Scope
450km of fiber optic cable across 12 housing societies, connecting 45,000 homes with next-generation broadband infrastructure.
The Solution
HNL proposed a comprehensive turnkey solution that would handle everything from route surveys to final testing, allowing Jazz to focus on customer acquisition while we handled the infrastructure.
Parallel Workstream Execution
Instead of sequential deployment, we established 6 parallel teams working simultaneously across different societies, cutting the timeline by 60%.
Pre-Fabricated Duct Systems
We used pre-fabricated HDPE duct modules that reduced installation time from 3 days to 8 hours per kilometer.
Automated Splicing & Testing
Deployed fusion splicers with automated alignment and integrated OTDR testing, ensuring consistent quality across 15,000+ splice points.
Stakeholder Management Hub
Created a centralized coordination center to manage approvals, schedules, and communications with all 12 housing societies.
Technical Specifications
| fiber Type | G.652.D Single Mode Fiber |
| cable Capacity | 96-core trunk, 12-core distribution |
| splice Standard | < 0.05 dB average loss |
| testing Protocol | 100% OTDR bi-directional testing |
Execution Timeline
Phase 1: Planning & Survey
Month 1- Route surveys for all 12 societies
- Fiber network design and optimization
- Regulatory approvals and permits
- Housing society coordination setup
Phase 2: Civil Works
Months 2-4- Underground ducting installation
- Manhole and handhole construction
- Road crossing bore pits
- Fiber cable laying
Phase 3: Fiber Installation
Months 4-6- Cable pulling and splicing
- Distribution cabinet installation
- Drop cable preparation
- OTDR testing and documentation
Phase 4: Integration & Handover
Months 7-8- Core network integration
- End-to-end testing
- Documentation and as-built drawings
- Training and handover
Project Gallery
Fiber cable installation in progress
Underground ducting work
OTDR testing and quality assurance
The Outcome
FTTH fiber network across Lahore
Residential connections enabled
Completed ahead of schedule
Splice loss within specification
Business Impact
"HNL delivered our most complex urban fiber rollout on time and within budget. Their coordination with multiple stakeholders was exceptional. We've already contracted them for Phase 2 covering 8 more societies."
AAsad MehmoodNetwork Planning Manager, Jazz
Key Learnings
- Parallel execution can reduce timelines by 50-60% if properly coordinated
- Pre-fabricated systems significantly improve quality consistency
- Dedicated stakeholder management is essential for multi-society projects
- Automated testing ensures quality at scale