About Us

At Transworld (TW1), we are the backbone of Pakistan’s digital landscape—connecting the nation to the global digital realm with speed, security, and unwavering reliability. As Pakistan’s sole private sector operator with exclusive ownership of submarine fiber optic cable systems, we stand as the country’s leading Tier-1 connectivity provider with a substantial market share. We empower Pakistan with high-speed internet bandwidth, serving major mobile operators, Internet Service Providers (ISPs), enterprises, and Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) across the country.

Our Vision

To be the premier global connectivity solutions provider by offering high value customized products and services, ensuring complete customer confidence and satisfaction, in an environment that respects and empowers employees and rewards initiative, competence and integrity.

Our Network

TW1

Our wholly owned 1,300 km submarine cable.

SEA-ME-WE 5

A 20,000 km consortium cable system enhancing our global connectivity.

SEA-ME-WE 6

An upcoming next-generation cable, where we are a consortium member with exclusive landing rights in Pakistan, significantly expanding our reach and capacity.

2Africa

Landing party in Pakistan, bringing massive capacity and redundancy.

EMA (Europe Middle East Asia)

An upcoming cable that will connect Pakistan with multiple destinations in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

AAE-1, MENA, FLAG, PEACE, and EIG

Additional strategic cable systems that provide us with high-capacity, resilient international bandwidth.

With a strong international footprint and direct peering with global IXs and content giants—such as DE-CIX, Equinix IX, HKIX, SHIX, NL-IX, Google, Facebook (Meta), Amazon, and Netflix—we ensure an optimized, high-performance internet experience for our customers across Pakistan.

Our Values

Integrity

We endorse our reputation for our virtue in the marketplace and retain it by providing our customer what’s promised.

Respect For People

Respect for people is one of our principles too. We listen to each other and our communities of interest and incorporate feedback into the approaches we take. We believe and follow the saying “In order to gain respect, you must start giving it”.

Striving For Excellence

Our belief in customer centricity helps us deliver a better world to them, and this makes us win their belief in us. We are entirely dedicated to turn this amazing relationship into a never-ending one.

Teamwork

None of us is as smart as all of us. So, together we form a team, and our teamwork makes our dream work. The unity among us is the fuel to drive our brand to an untouchable height of success.

Our Leadership

Saad Muzaffar Waraich

President

Aasif Inam

Deputy CEO and COO

Naveed Malik&nbsp;joined Transworld in December 2010 and currently serves as the Executive Vice President of Finance &amp; Company Secretary to the Board. A Chartered Accountant by profession, he possesses extensive expertise in business development, financial management, banking, financial advisory and corporate affairs.

&nbsp;He has a proven track record in business development, financial structuring, and resource planning. An expert in structuring projects across various sectors, including telecommunication, power generation, healthcare, and environmental programs. His work has often focused on innovative and sustainable solutions, officially recognized by the UNFCCC through the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM).

Before joining Transworld, Naveed held key roles at prominent organizations, including roles within the Saif Group, Bank Alfalah Limited, and Anjum Asim Shahid Rehman (Grant Thornton).

With his diverse experience and financial expertise, Naveed continues to drive strategic financial initiatives that contribute to Transworld's growth and success.

Naveed Malik

Executive Vice President - Finance

Syed is a seasoned expert in the ICT industry with over 25 years of progressive experience, specializing in next-generation communication platforms, strategic network planning, and telecommunications infrastructure. Passionate about fostering a connected society to empower individuals and add value to communities.

He joined Transworld in August 2007 and currently serves as the Executive Vice President of Engineering. With a career spanning over 25 years, he has been an integral part of the Internet and Data Communication community since 1995.

As a founding team member of Cybernet, Syed played a pivotal role in establishing the company's foundational network architecture. He also served as a senior consultant to the high-tech industry, where he provided expertise in designing advanced data networks for high-profile clients.

At Transworld, Syed leads network engineering and operations while serving as a key advisor for new technology adoption and strategic initiatives. His expertise spans multiple domains, including IP, MPLS, ATM technologies, Submarine cables projects and International IP peering arrangements.

Syed holds a Master of Science degree in Computer Science from Pakistan and continues to contribute to advancing the ICT landscape in the region.

Syed Amiruddin

Executive Vice President – Engineering

Abdul Rehman Durwaish is a seasoned professional with a Techno-Commercial background having experience of over three decades in ICT and Telecommunications. He joined TWA in April 2014 and currently serves as the Vice President of Business Development, while also holding the role of head of Commercial Division.

Prior to TWA, Mr. Durwaish spent more than 26 years at PTCL holding key leadership roles, including Executive Vice President for Corporate Services &amp; Sales in the South Zone. He started his telecom career as an Assistant Divisional Engineer in International Transmission, he advanced to senior roles in Corporate Strategy, Churn Management, Corporate Sales, and Business Development, serving as Manager, General Manager, and eventually elevated to leadership role as an Executive Vice President.

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Abdul Rehman Durwaish

EVP – International, Carrier & Wholesale Business

Muneeb Rabbani is a seasoned leader in the telecommunications and IT sectors, bringing over 20 years of expertise in strategy, planning, and the delivery of complex IT systems and digital solutions. His extensive career spans IT solution management for Tier 1 operators across Asia, the Middle East, and Africa, with a strong focus on digital transformation, business process re-engineering, product management, and the architectural design of innovative service portfolios.

A trailblazer in the industry, Muneeb played a pivotal role in launching Pakistan's first digital telecom brand, ONIC, and has driven key advancements such as convergent billing systems, mobile financial platforms, and biometric verification systems. He has also led high-impact initiatives, including Ufone's 4G launch, PTCL Group's 5G trials, and multiple network modernization programs, consistently turning visionary ideas into actionable results.

Passionate about innovation, Muneeb excels in end-to-end technical procurement, solution architecture, and project leadership. His unique blend of technical expertise and strategic vision allows him to deliver value-driven solutions that align cutting-edge technology with business goals.

Muneeb holds an MBA from the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) and a Bachelor's degree in Telecommunication Engineering from NUST.

Muneeb Rabbani

Director IT

Sheraz Karim

Director HR

Yawar Yasin is a veteran telecom professional with over 44 years of extensive experience spanning government service, international missions, and the telecom industry. Throughout his distinguished career, he has made significant contributions to regulatory oversight, licensing, and enforcement, playing a key role in streamlining national telecommunications processes. Yawar’s expertise transcends national boundaries, highlighted by his service with a United Nations Mission, where he successfully planned, deployed, and monitored telecommunication services for UN forces. During his tenure at the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), Yawar was instrumental in shaping regulatory frameworks, driving compliance, and executing strategic initiatives that strengthened Pakistan’s telecom industry. His leadership in licensing and enforcement has left a lasting imprint on the country’s regulatory landscape. In the telecom sector, Yawar’s regulatory insights and ability to navigate complex industry dynamics have positioned him as a trusted advisor, fostering collaboration between industry stakeholders and government entities.

Yawar Yasin

Director - Regulatory and Administration

Bilal, a seasoned professional with over 19 years of experience, excels in Auditing, Business Process Reviews, Consulting, Risk Management, and Quality Audits. He is a Fellow member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Pakistan (ICAP) and a Certified Internal Auditor of the IIA (USA). Having commenced his career with A F Ferguson &amp; Co. in 2006, a PwC member firm, he has honed his skills in Internal Audit within the Financial and telecommunication sectors.

His journey includes pivotal roles at PTCL Group (PTCL &amp; Ufone) and Allied Bank Limited before assuming the prestigious position of the first Head of Internal Audit at Transworld. He has hands-on experience in transforming and enhancing legacy Internal Audit functions, notably in areas such as Governance, training &amp; capacity development of IA teams. An active member of the IIA and other professional bodies, Bilal conducts Internal Audit and GRC related training sessions, both domestically and internationally. Noteworthy is his pivotal role as QAIP in securing the gold standard Internal Audit department external quality certification from the Institute of Internal Auditors (USA) twice, setting unprecedented benchmarks for Pakistan in 2015 and 2020, achieving 100% General Conformance in IPPF at PTCL Group.

Bilal emphasizes the pivotal role of Internal Audit in organizations, highlighting its transformation into a strategic business partner that offers valuable insights and foresight rather than just a routine task. He believes in positioning of Internal Audit as a key enabler for organizational success, driving strategic decisions and providing valuable perspectives&nbsp;for&nbsp;the&nbsp;future.

Bilal Afzal

Head of Internal Audit

Kamran Sharif is a seasoned technology and operations leader with over 25 years of experience in Pakistan’s ICT industry. Currently Kamran is serving as the&nbsp;Head of Governance at Transworld Associates. In this role, he oversees an integrated portfolio encompassing the&nbsp;Corporate PMO, Cybersecurity &amp; GRC, and Quality Management &amp; Assurance, ensuring seamless alignment with organizational strategy to drive operational transformation and efficiency.

Kamran has held key leadership roles at Pakistan’s leading fixed and mobile service operators, where he managed large-scale network and services operations, setting industry benchmarks in&nbsp;operational excellence, service reliability, and cost optimization. His expertise includes the nationwide deployment of critical telecom infrastructure, including&nbsp;Core Transport, IP, Access, IPTV, IMS, and OSS/BSS systems.

Known for his&nbsp;strategic vision, cross-functional leadership, and execution excellence, Kamran has successfully built and led high-performing teams to deliver transformative programs with a national impact. He holds a&nbsp;Master’s in Telecom Management&nbsp;from INT France and a&nbsp;Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering&nbsp;from UET Lahore. Additionally, he has advanced his leadership acumen through executive programs at&nbsp;Harvard, LUMS, Franklin Covey, Nokia, and Huawei.

Kamran Sharif

Head of Governance

Sh. Taimur Nawaz is a seasoned marketing and technology leader with over two decades of experience across global telecom and tech giants. Currently serving as Director Marketing at Transworld Associates, he brings strategic depth, product insight, and a future-focused mindset to the organization’s digital and brand initiatives.

His career includes key leadership roles at Alcatel, Telenor Pakistan, China Mobile, and Qualcomm Technologies, where he led innovation in value-added services, 4G product portfolios, and regional business development across MEA. He also contributed to national digital infrastructure by launching Pakistan’s DIRBS (device identification registration and blocking service)&nbsp;system in collaboration with the regulator.

Taimur’s expertise lies in building scalable strategies around business development, product adoption, pricing, and go-to-market planning. He continues to explore emerging trends and technologies that drive meaningful digital transformation and long-term value creation.

Taimur holds an MBA from LUMS and a degree in Electrical engineering with majors in telecommunications&nbsp;from NUST.

Sheikh Taimur Nawaz

Director Marketing

With over 27 years of cross-industry experience, Imran Yousaf is a seasoned Procurement and Supply Chain leader, bringing deep expertise across the telecommunications, consulting, and construction sectors. As Head of Procurement at Transworld, he drives enterprise-wide procurement strategy, governance, and performance, advancing sustainability, cost efficiency, and long-term value creation.

Imran is known for building high-performing teams and leading digital procurement transformations that deliver transparency and operational excellence. Prior to joining Transworld, he held senior roles at Jazz (a VEON company), KPMG, and STFA, where he led major procurement transformation and vendor governance initiatives.

He is a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (UK) and a Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement &amp; Supply (UK). An active thought leader, Imran frequently speaks on procurement transformation, ESG, supplier diversity, and digital supply chains.

About Us

About Us

Our Vision

Our Network

Our Values

Integrity

Respect For People

Striving For Excellence

Teamwork

Our Leadership

Saad Muzaffar Waraich

President

Aasif Inam

Deputy CEO and COO

Naveed Malik

Executive Vice President - Finance

Syed Amiruddin

Executive Vice President – Engineering

Abdul Rehman Durwaish

EVP – International, Carrier & Wholesale Business

Muneeb Rabbani

Director IT

Sheraz Karim

Director HR

Yawar Yasin

Director - Regulatory and Administration

Bilal Afzal

Head of Internal Audit

Kamran Sharif

Head of Governance

Sheikh Taimur Nawaz

Director Marketing

Imran Yousaf

Head of Procurement

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