Tata Communications, a leading provider of A New World of Communications, has been positioned in the 'Leaders' quadrant of the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Network Services, Global for the second year in a row. The Magic Quadrant evaluates companies based on 'completeness of vision' and 'ability to execute'.

Sumeet Walia, head of Global Enterprise Business, Tata Communications, says, ''For the second year running, we have been positioned as a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Network Services, Global. We believe this is testament to our ongoing commitment in driving our network capabilities forward, whilst extending coverage in both developed and emerging markets.We have combined an aggressive expansion of our existing network footprint with the introduction of new services to our portfolio, such as our game changing IZO network platform for enhanced hybrid cloud enablement. At the heart of everything we do is the primary focus of ensuring sustained customer and partner satisfaction, helping businesses stay one step ahead of their competition.''

Shares of the company gained Rs 2.15, or 0.53%, to trade at Rs 406. The total volume of shares traded was 8,914 at the BSE (11.10 a.m., Thursday).