October 14, 2008 09:20 ET
Ericsson delivers WCDMA/HSPA network to Kuzey Kibris Turkcell in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus
STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN--(Marketwire - October 14, 2008) - Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) has been selected by the leading operator in
Turkish Cyprus, Kuzey Kibris Turkcell, a subsidiary of Turkcell, as
the sole supplier of a WCDMA/HSPA network. The move will enable the
operator to offer high-speed mobile broadband, including mobile
internet, video calls and other advanced multimedia services to its
subscribers.
Under the agreement Ericsson will provide a WCDMA/HSPA network,
including radio access and packet core network and the Ericsson
Mobile Softswitch Solution. The agreement also includes Ericsson's
mobile backhaul solution with microwave and optical transport
equipment. Ericsson will also provide professional services such as
consulting and systems integration.
Daghan Fellahoglu, General Manager at Kuzey Kibris Turkcell, says:
"This move will extend and upgrade our network with WCDMA/HSPA
functionality, and cement our position as the leading local operator.
It will also ensure our subscribers enjoy a richer communications
experience, including advanced multimedia functionality and
high-speed mobile broadband that enables anytime, anywhere access.
We're also proud to say that KKTCell has built a unique all-IP 3G
network solution that includes microwave transmission."
Anders Lindblad, President of Ericsson Turkey and Israel, says: "We
are proud to continue our long-running partnership with KKTCell and
bring our mobile broadband solution to Northern Cyprus. The contract
reflects Ericsson's technology leadership and telecom business
understanding and will enable KKTCell to offer the latest services to
their customers."
Ericsson is the world's leading provider of technology and services
to telecom operators. The market leader in 2G and 3G mobile
technologies, Ericsson supplies communications services and manages
networks that serve more than 195 million subscribers. The company's
portfolio comprises mobile and fixed network infrastructure, and
broadband and multimedia solutions for operators, enterprises and
developers. The Sony Ericsson joint venture provides consumers with
feature-rich personal mobile devices.
Ericsson is advancing its vision of 'communication for all' through
innovation, technology, and sustainable business solutions. Working
in 175 countries, more than 70,000 employees generated revenue of
USD 27.9 billion (SEK 188 billion) in 2007. Founded in 1876 and
headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Ericsson is listed on OMX Nordic
Exchange Stockholm and NASDAQ.
For more information, visit www.ericsson.com or www.ericsson.mobi.
About KKTCell
Kuzey Kibris Turkcell is a leading GSM operator. As a subsidy of
Turkcell Communications Services PLC, it started providing services
in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus on August 3 1999. As of
the end of 2006, Kuzey Kibris Turkcell had gained a 75 percent market
share. For more information visit: www.kktcell3g.com
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