Ericsson and VimpelCom to Deliver WCDMA/HSPA Network in Russia
Posted on: Wednesday, 20 February 2008, 12:01 CST
Ericsson and VimpelCom have signed an agreement for the supply and implementation of a WCDMA/HSPA network services in nine regions across Russia, including Moscow, the North Caucasus, Siberia, Volga, Northwest Russia, South Russia and the Urals.
Under the five-year agreement, Ericsson will supply a WCDMA/HSPA (high-speed packet access) radio access and core network, including circuit-switching and packet-switching, and subscriber management system home location register.
Ericsson will also be responsible for a range of telecom services, including deployment and integration, systems integration, operation and maintenance assistance, technical support and training.
The move will enable VimpelCom to offer multimedia and high-speed mobile broadband services, such as Mobile TV and video calls, to its subscribers.
Peter Covell, COO of VimpelCom, said: "This agreement is a continuation of our long-term partnership with Ericsson and sets the stage for VimpelCom to introduce cutting-edge services to our customers. We believe that the move will also provide us with a competitive advantage in the telecommunications market."
Source: Datamonitor
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