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Nokia Siemens Networks extends coverage of operator’s GSM/EDGE radio and core network under three-year frame agreement
PLUS Communication sh.a, the latest telecom entrant in Albania, now offers high-quality voice and data services across the country, allowing users to retain their existing phone numbers when switching to its services. The operator has increased the geographical coverage of its 3G-ready GSM/EDGE radio and core nework supplied by Nokia Siemens Networks to more than 85% and implemented mobile number portability.
PLUS Communication launched its telecom operations in November 2010. The Authority of Electronic and Postal Communications, the Albanian telecommunications regulator, has validated the network coverage and the high quality of service (QoS).
“PLUS Communication is focused on developing the mobile broadband market in Albania and offering a superior experience to our subscribers. With Nokia Siemens Networks’ world-class equipment and speedy implementation, we have been able to provide uninterrupted, high-quality voice and data services to nearly all parts of the country. We are now looking forward to completing the network deployment and reaching out to the underserved areas of Albania,” said Moni Buchnik, chief executive officer, PLUS Communication.
“Drawing on our experience of rapid and cost-effective network deployments across the world, we were able to build PLUS Communication’s network in record time. In line with the operator’s endeavor to become the service provider of choice in Albania, we continue to ensure the quality of service remains high,” said João Picoito, head of South East Europe region, Nokia Siemens Networks.
Under the three-year frame agreement*, Nokia Siemens Networks is supplying complete 3G-ready GSM/EDGE radio access as well as packet and circuit switched core network, including its award-winning, energy-efficient Flexi Multiradio Base Station. It is also providing a full range of services including network design, implementation, maintenance and care, as well as its NetAct network management system to monitor, manage and optimize the operator’s network.
About PLUS Communication sh.a
PLUS Communication sh.a., the only Albanian mobile operator, was established on June 26, 2009, after AKEP granted the individual authorization for offering mobile telephony services (GSM), after offering the highest bid of Euro 7.2 million in an international tender.
PLUS adds value to its clients and aims at becoming the leader mobile operator in the Albanian telecommunication market. PLUS philosophy is based on the strong Albanian values and traditions, combined with principles, work culture and latest technology, aiming to always bring the best services to clients. www.plus.al
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
Polish operator’s GSM and expanded 3G networks modernized by Nokia Siemens Networks to launch new services using 900 MHz frequency
Polkomtel S.A., Poland’s leading mobile operator, now offers improved mobile broadband services with better indoor coverage and wider reach beyond the country’s big cities. Nokia Siemens Networks has modernized the operator’s GSM network and expanded its 3G/HSPA+ network to enable new services using the 900 MHz frequency band. Nokia Siemens Networks also upgraded Polkomtel’s packet core network to the latest ATCA* technology for faster roll-out of advanced data services.
As part of the contract, Nokia Siemens Networks also enabled radio access network sharing between Polkomtel and Aero2, another Polish telecom operator, which will save costs for both operators.
“It is very important for Polkomtel to extend mobile broadband access to all parts of the country and to offer services and applications that will benefit both people and businesses,” said Jaroslaw Bauc, member of the Polkomtel Board. “With Nokia Siemens Networks, we successfully launched new 3G/HSPA+ services by using a 900 MHz band refarming solution as a supplement to our existing 2.1 GHz services. This resulted in improved coverage and quality of our mobile broadband offering.”
In just four weeks, Nokia Siemens Networks deployed 500 Flexi Multiradio Base Stations, part of its LTE-ready Single RAN (radio access network) solution. It also enabled existing GSM sites to be reused without requiring any additional external combiners, filters or dedicated antennas, thereby saving costs while maintaining GSM quality and capacity. In addition, the contract includes the ATCA-based Flexi Network Server, part of the Nokia Siemens Networks Liquid Core architecture. It provides high transaction capacity to accommodate increased signaling load and ensures a seamless evolution to 4G.
Nokia Siemens Networks’ NetAct network management system will ensure optimal monitoring and management of the GSM and 3G/HSPA+ networks as well as the multi-operator core network (MOCN). Nokia Siemens Networks provided a range of services to Polkomtel such as network implementation, integration, and a full set of care services including hardware and software maintenance and competence development.
“By using spectrum in the 900 MHz band, operators can extend mobile broadband to rural areas and offer improved indoor coverage, where most data consumption takes place,” said Radomir Grucza, head of Nokia Siemens Networks in Poland. “In addition, using the 900 MHz band saves implementation and operation costs due to lower hardware requirements. Operators can thus offer high-quality experience to their customers without having to make significant hardware investments.”
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About Polkomtel S.A.
Polkomtel S.A. is the operator of Plus mobile network which was launched in 1996 and which currently serves around 14 million users. Since the beginning of its operations Plus has been the pioneer in implementing latest technological and data communication solutions on Polish market. Plus has been dynamically implementing data transmission technologies which enable increasingly faster use of the Internet. Thanks to such technologies as LTE, HSDPA, HSPA+, CDMA or older 2G and 3G technologies over 99% of Poland’s population has Internet access which is available not only in biggest cities but also in less urbanized areas. Polkomtel S.A. has also created the first Polish Internet music store which enables legal downloading of music files at very low prices, both to a computer and to a mobile phone. Polkomtel S.A. has been the first operator in Poland to launch a web site with audio-books, e-books and e-press which can be purchased at attractive prices from its Plusoczytelnia service.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
Telkom, Nokia Siemens Networks deliver world’s longest repeater-free 40G channel submarine linkA 354 kilometer under-sea link in Indonesia, critical to the country’s international connectivity, has been upgraded by Nokia Siemens Networks. PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia (PT Telkom), the largest telecom operator in Indonesia, now benefits from bandwidth of 40 Gigabits per second (40G) per channel on its JaSuKa* undersea cable between Dumai and Dangas, while reusing existing assets. Nokia Siemens Networks provided its optical networking equipment to deliver the world’s longest 40G link deployment without intermediate amplifiers. With currently four 40G channels - or wavelengths of light - in operation, the link’s maximum information carrying capacity has been increased over 16 times.The link carries fixed and mobile voice and data traffic from PT Telkom and other major operators of Indonesia, many of them employing elements of Nokia Siemens Networks’ Liquid Net architecture."This initiative is part of our vision to develop the Nusantara Super Highway to provide ‘true’ broadband to 90% of capital districts across the Indonesian Archipelago by 2015. We are upgrading our terrestrial network to 40G to cope with the increased demand for bandwidth-intensive applications and services. The JaSuKa undersea cable is critical for international connectivity and we felt it was time to increase its capacity too,” said David Bangun, executive general manager of Telecommunication Infrastructure Division at PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia. “Nokia Siemens Networks proposed a solution that made the most of our existing investments, delivering a high quality, cost-effective and reliable 40G network on time."“Indonesia is witnessing a rapid uptake of broadband services. With ever-increasing wireline and mobile broadband penetration and the roll-out of new services, operators need to ensure round-the-clock connectivity for end users,” said Salman Zafar, head of PT Telkom customer team at Nokia Siemens Networks. “By investing in the optical undersea link that carries international telecoms traffic, whether it’s mobile or fixed, PT Telkom is well prepared to meet the increase in demand.”Nokia Siemens Networks provided its dense wavelength division multiplexing (DWDM) solution**, comprising the hiT 7300 optical network platform, which is part of the company’s Liquid Transport architecture. The hiT 7300 platform aims to provide cost savings by either adopting no dispersion compensation (DCM-free) techniques on new fiber or simply by utilizing the operator’s installed DWDM network infrastructure. The latter option enables operators to benefit from higher capacity without the costly and time-consuming fiber measurement required by conventional systems***.Nokia Siemens Networks’ network planning tools simplified the project’s design phase, and its network management system is managing the JaSuKa backbone network. Under the contract, Nokia Siemens Networks also provided implementation services such as survey, installation, commissioning and integration for the DWDM equipment. The company used its end-to-end project management expertise for rapid deployment of the network, helping the operator achieve its targeted return on investment.About PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia, Tbk.PT. Telekomunikasi Indonesia, Tbk. (Telkom) is a State Owned Enterprise (“SOE”) and the largest telecommunication and network services provider in Indonesia. Serving millions of customers nationwide, Telkom provides a strong portfolio of information and communication services, including fixed wireline and fixed wireless telephone, mobile cellular, data and internet, and network and interconnection services, directly or through subsidiaries companies.The Government is Telkom’s majority shareholder and the remaining shares are owned by the public. Our shares are traded on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (“IDX”), the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”), the London Stock Exchange (“LSE”) and the Tokyo Stock Exchange (without listing). http://www.telkom.co.id/About Nokia Siemens NetworksNokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
Nokia Siemens Networks modernizes Vodacom’s nationwide network, enhances performance, reduces energy consumption, prepares for LTEVodacom Tanzania is modernizing its GSM and 3G networks nationwide to improve performance and capacity, providing more reliable, faster, mobile broadband services. Under a five-year contract, Nokia Siemens Networks is implementing its Single RAN (radio access network) platform for the network modernization and expansion. In addition, the vendor is deploying additional GSM and 3G base stations to expand coverage. The company will also deploy its software features to increase network capacity and efficiency.“It’s our key priority to constantly improve the quality of service for our customers by increasing our network capacity, performance and coverage across the country,” said Dana Bakker, manager of executive operations, Vodacom Tanzania. “To achieve this, we selected Nokia Siemens Networks to be our long term partner based on its technology capability and efficient services support.”“We awarded managed services contract to the company previously. We believe it is the right approach to make one partner responsible for both managed services, and network upgrade and expansion. This allows the company to fully understand our network requirements,” added Bakker.“Vodacom required a radio access platform that can increase spectral efficiency and network capacity, and reduce capital and operating costs as well as energy consumption,” said Gideon Geyser, head of customer team Vodacom Tanzania at Nokia Siemens Networks. “Our flexible, scalable single radio access platform fulfills all these requirements for Vodacom. This multi-technology platform can prepare Vodacom’s network for LTE, helping the operator get the most out of its investments today and tomorrow.”Under the contract, Nokia Siemens Networks is implementing its Single RAN platform based on its award-winning, compact, energy-efficient Flexi Multiradio Base Station*. This platform will replace Vodacom’s existing GSM and 3G base stations. This multi-technology platform is able to run GSM, High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) and LTE, and can be defined to roll out a particular technology with a simple software update. The company also provides its Liquid Radio based Self Organizing Network (SON)** for the radio access and core network as well as its NetAct powered network management solutions.In addition, Nokia Siemens Networks provides its Orthogonal Sub Channel (OSC-Half Rate) and Dynamic Frequency and Channel Allocation (DFCA) GSM software features*** to increase the network capacity and efficiency.The company’s services including network planning and optimization, network implementation as well as care services ensures rapid modernization and expansion of the network.For more information on Nokia Siemens Networks’ mobile broadband capabilities and a video overview on this, please click here. To share your thoughts on the topic, join the discussion on Twitter using #mobilebroadband.About Vodacom TanzaniaVodacom Tanzania Limited is Tanzania’s leading cellular network offering state-of-the-art GSM communication services to more than 10 million customers across the country with more than 8 million M-PESA registered customers. Vodacom Tanzania is a subsidiary company of Vodacom Group (Pty) Limited, South Africa.Vodacom Tanzania has deployed state of the art technology, thereby enhancing its product portfolio and positioning itself as the market leader for any communication solution. For voice, data, leased lines, PABX connectivity, international connectivity, WiMAX solutions, remote communication solutions over satellite or Mobile Money Transfer solutions, Vodacom Tanzania addresses the need.About Nokia Siemens NetworksNokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
KDDI to use CDMA for high-quality voice, alongside LTE data service by the end of 2012
Nokia Siemens Networks is implementing its Circuit Switched Fallback (CSFB) technology to enable CDMA and LTE technologies to work together in KDDI’s network in Japan. The deployment will allow KDDI to use its existing CDMA network to continue delivering high-quality voice services while maximizing the efficiency of its newly deployed LTE network. Nokia Siemens Networks provided the CDMA network, and is supplying and deploying KDDI’s LTE radio network. KDDI expects to launch LTE services by the end of 2012.
"We require a high-quality voice solution for our subscribers, one that uses the inherent capabilities and value of our existing nationwide CDMA network, while working in unison with our planned nationwide LTE network,” said Toshihiko Yumoto, vice president and general manager, network technical development division, technology sector at KDDI. “Nokia Siemens Networks’ ability to deliver a high-quality end-to-end CSFB solution on time, coupled with its technology expertise means that our customers will benefit from continued high-quality voice and in future, high-speed data services."
"CDMA is recognized for its high voice quality and high call capacity,” said Scott Mottonen, head of the CDMA/LTE business line at Nokia Siemens Networks. “Until LTE technology matures and Voice over LTE (VoLTE) has been optimized, CDMA will fully meet subscribers’ expectations while increasing KDDI’s return on network investment. The operator will be able to maximize the effectiveness of its LTE network bandwidth delivering high-speed data services, while high-quality voice services are carried on the CDMA network, making this approach a win-win for KDDI and its subscribers alike."
Nokia Siemens Networks’ CDMA-LTE CSFB solution is implemented via software on the existing CDMA 1X system, which interfaces with KDDI’s LTE network. Exhaustive trials of end-to-end CSFB have already been successfully conducted and the nationwide deployment will be completed by mid 2012. This ensures readiness of end-to-end CSFB functionality in anticipation of KDDI’s commercial LTE network launch later in 2012.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
Nokia Siemens Networks is implementing its Circuit Switched Fallback (CSFB) technology to enable CDMA and LTE technologies to work together in KDDI’s network in Japan. The deployment will allow KDDI to use its existing CDMA network to continue delivering high-quality voice services while maximizing the efficiency of its newly deployed LTE network. Nokia Siemens Networks provided the CDMA network, and is supplying and deploying KDDI’s LTE radio network. KDDI expects to launch LTE services by the end of 2012.
"We require a high-quality voice solution for our subscribers, one that uses the inherent capabilities and value of our existing nationwide CDMA network, while working in unison with our planned nationwide LTE network,” said Toshihiko Yumoto, vice president and general manager, network technical development division, technology sector at KDDI. “Nokia Siemens Networks’ ability to deliver a high-quality end-to-end CSFB solution on time, coupled with its technology expertise means that our customers will benefit from continued high-quality voice and in future, high-speed data services."
"CDMA is recognized for its high voice quality and high call capacity,” said Scott Mottonen, head of the CDMA/LTE business line at Nokia Siemens Networks. “Until LTE technology matures and Voice over LTE (VoLTE) has been optimized, CDMA will fully meet subscribers’ expectations while increasing KDDI’s return on network investment. The operator will be able to maximize the effectiveness of its LTE network bandwidth delivering high-speed data services, while high-quality voice services are carried on the CDMA network, making this approach a win-win for KDDI and its subscribers alike."
Nokia Siemens Networks’ CDMA-LTE CSFB solution is implemented via software on the existing CDMA 1X system, which interfaces with KDDI’s LTE network. Exhaustive trials of end-to-end CSFB have already been successfully conducted and the nationwide deployment will be completed by mid 2012. This ensures readiness of end-to-end CSFB functionality in anticipation of KDDI’s commercial LTE network launch later in 2012.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
TD-LTE network and subscriber devices provide fixed wireless broadband in Brazil
SKY, the largest cable and satellite TV operator in Brazil, launched wireless broadband services using fourth generation (4G) technology. Nokia Siemens Networks is the sole vendor for the launch, providing a complete TD-LTE (time division duplex long term evolution)* network, the first of its kind in Latin America.
SKY has initially launched fixed wireless broadband services for customers in Brasília city. The company plans to roll out services to new customers in other cities of Brazil, and other countries in Latin America, in the future. TD-LTE is a 4G mobile broadband technology. It enables SKY to deliver high data throughputs with superior reliability, allowing users to benefit from a wide range of new and innovative multimedia applications and services.
“We are proud to be the very first operator to introduce wireless broadband in Brazil by deploying a TD-LTE network,” said Luiz Eduardo Baptista, CEO, SKY. “To implement our 4G plans, we required a partner that had the strong expertise and solutions to truly assist us in taking broadband experience to a completely new level for our customers. So we selected Nokia Siemens Networks’ end-to-end TD-LTE solution for our TD-LTE network rollout.”
“We are committed to the overall LTE ecosystem and driving the adoption of 4G technology globally,” said Eduardo Araujo, head of Latin America region, Nokia Siemens Networks. “Brazil is a key market for our company. With this deal, we are delighted to have brought 4G to Brazil through our partnership with SKY, one of the region’s leading brands. Our expertise in TD-LTE and strong local service delivery helped SKY roll out the 4G services rapidly for its customers.”
Under the three-year contract, Nokia Siemens Networks has provided the TD-LTE radio network based on its award-winning, compact, energy-efficient Flexi Multiradio Base Station. The company has also provided its FlexiPacket Microwave transport platform and Evolved Packet Core (EPC), which is part of its Liquid Core architecture**. In addition, Nokia Siemens Networks has provided its CPEi-lte 7212, a wireless router built for indoor use that provides fixed wireless connectivity to TD-LTE services via WiFi or Ethernet.
Nokia Siemens Networks has also provided its NetAct network management system to provide consolidated configuration, monitoring and network optimization. The company’s One-NDS subscriber database software will help SKY improve its customers’ experience. One-NDS unifies fragmented subscriber data into a single database for one or multiple network applications, creating a consolidated view of subscriber profile information. Network planning, network implementation and care services are part of the deal to ensure a smooth rollout of the network.
For more information on Nokia Siemens Networks’ mobile broadband capabilities, including a video overview, follow this link. To share your thoughts on the topic, join the discussion on Twitter using #mobilebroadband.
About SKY
SKY is the largest Pay-TV operator via satellite in Brazil. SKY’s 100% digital signal is broadcasted to all our subscribers, throughout Brazil. In 2011, SKY completes 15 years of its existence and celebrates our position of expert in television, combining the best content, technological innovation and service excellence to over 12 million viewers across Brazil. Effective in 2011, SKY will also start providing 4G broadband service. Access www.sky.com.br
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
SKY, the largest cable and satellite TV operator in Brazil, launched wireless broadband services using fourth generation (4G) technology. Nokia Siemens Networks is the sole vendor for the launch, providing a complete TD-LTE (time division duplex long term evolution)* network, the first of its kind in Latin America.
SKY has initially launched fixed wireless broadband services for customers in Brasília city. The company plans to roll out services to new customers in other cities of Brazil, and other countries in Latin America, in the future. TD-LTE is a 4G mobile broadband technology. It enables SKY to deliver high data throughputs with superior reliability, allowing users to benefit from a wide range of new and innovative multimedia applications and services.
“We are proud to be the very first operator to introduce wireless broadband in Brazil by deploying a TD-LTE network,” said Luiz Eduardo Baptista, CEO, SKY. “To implement our 4G plans, we required a partner that had the strong expertise and solutions to truly assist us in taking broadband experience to a completely new level for our customers. So we selected Nokia Siemens Networks’ end-to-end TD-LTE solution for our TD-LTE network rollout.”
“We are committed to the overall LTE ecosystem and driving the adoption of 4G technology globally,” said Eduardo Araujo, head of Latin America region, Nokia Siemens Networks. “Brazil is a key market for our company. With this deal, we are delighted to have brought 4G to Brazil through our partnership with SKY, one of the region’s leading brands. Our expertise in TD-LTE and strong local service delivery helped SKY roll out the 4G services rapidly for its customers.”
Under the three-year contract, Nokia Siemens Networks has provided the TD-LTE radio network based on its award-winning, compact, energy-efficient Flexi Multiradio Base Station. The company has also provided its FlexiPacket Microwave transport platform and Evolved Packet Core (EPC), which is part of its Liquid Core architecture**. In addition, Nokia Siemens Networks has provided its CPEi-lte 7212, a wireless router built for indoor use that provides fixed wireless connectivity to TD-LTE services via WiFi or Ethernet.
Nokia Siemens Networks has also provided its NetAct network management system to provide consolidated configuration, monitoring and network optimization. The company’s One-NDS subscriber database software will help SKY improve its customers’ experience. One-NDS unifies fragmented subscriber data into a single database for one or multiple network applications, creating a consolidated view of subscriber profile information. Network planning, network implementation and care services are part of the deal to ensure a smooth rollout of the network.
For more information on Nokia Siemens Networks’ mobile broadband capabilities, including a video overview, follow this link. To share your thoughts on the topic, join the discussion on Twitter using #mobilebroadband.
About SKY
SKY is the largest Pay-TV operator via satellite in Brazil. SKY’s 100% digital signal is broadcasted to all our subscribers, throughout Brazil. In 2011, SKY completes 15 years of its existence and celebrates our position of expert in television, combining the best content, technological innovation and service excellence to over 12 million viewers across Brazil. Effective in 2011, SKY will also start providing 4G broadband service. Access www.sky.com.br
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
Nokia Siemens Networks used wind, sun and fuel cell with battery back-up to power service
Vodacom South Africa and Nokia Siemens Networks provided zero-carbon emission mobile broadband at COP17* climate change conference in Durban, November 28 to December 09. Nokia Siemens Networks installed its energy-efficient base station, powered by its complete green energy solution, to help Vodacom meet the surge in the traffic caused by conference visitors.
This base station was running purely on renewable energy without any connection to grid. This implementation was part of a global initiative from the Vodafone Site Solution Innovation Centre (SSIC)**, in which Nokia Siemens Networks is a key partner for mobile infrastructure site solutions.
The installation at COP17 was one of two provided by Nokia Siemens Networks as part of Vodafone’s SSIC. The other has been implemented in Canelands, South Africa.
At the COP17, Nokia Siemens Networks built a green mobile site by deploying its award-winning, energy-efficient Flexi Multiradio Base Station and complete energy solution on a trailer***. It used a combination of solar energy and wind power, supported by fuel cells and a deep cycle battery, to provide seamless broadband connectivity for the event.
At Canelands, Nokia Siemens Networks has reconfigured a legacy site that was previously running permanently on a diesel generator. After completion of the site implementation and change in the operational mode by end of this year, it will start drawing energy from solar foils mounted on the existing tower and from a vertical wind turbine at its top. In addition, an optimized cooling concept for a modernized single radio access network that supports various technologies is already in use. This site solution will ensure both minimum energy requirements and an enormous reduction in diesel consumption while increasing the use of renewable energy sources.
Nokia Siemens Networks’ Green Energy Controller manages all energy sources efficiently at base station sites, helping Vodacom reduce maintenance costs and carbon emissions. The controller is managed by Nokia Siemens Networks’ NetAct network management platform. This platform allows Vodacom to remotely maintain and install new software, removing the need for frequent site visits and therefore further reducing carbon emissions from vehicles.
“It is encouraging to see that our partnership with Nokia Siemens Networks, in line with our SSIC initiative, is helping us implement innovative base station site solutions. These solutions help us save operational costs and achieve our green target by reducing carbon emissions,” said Steve Pusey, Group CTO, Vodafone.
In 2008, the Vodafone Group set a target to cuts its carbon emissions in half by 2020 compared to its fiscal year 2006-07 baseline. In May this year, the group also set an additional target in emerging markets to reduce carbon emissions by 20% per network node by March 2015 compared to fiscal year 2010-11 baseline.
“We are committed to providing superior mobile broadband infrastructure that also improves energy efficiency and reduces carbon emissions,” said Bosco Novak, head of Global Services, Nokia Siemens Networks. “Our participation in Vodafone’s SSIC initiative is in line with our focus on innovation within our mobile broadband business. In addition, our cooperation with Vodafone SSIC provides us opportunities to understand the operator’s needs and further improve the quality of our site solutions.”
Nokia Siemens Networks and Vodafone are working on various projects to reduce diesel consumption and carbon emissions at hundreds of sites around the world by implementing green energy solutions.
For more information on Nokia Siemens Networks’ energy solution, please click here.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
Vodacom South Africa and Nokia Siemens Networks provided zero-carbon emission mobile broadband at COP17* climate change conference in Durban, November 28 to December 09. Nokia Siemens Networks installed its energy-efficient base station, powered by its complete green energy solution, to help Vodacom meet the surge in the traffic caused by conference visitors.
This base station was running purely on renewable energy without any connection to grid. This implementation was part of a global initiative from the Vodafone Site Solution Innovation Centre (SSIC)**, in which Nokia Siemens Networks is a key partner for mobile infrastructure site solutions.
The installation at COP17 was one of two provided by Nokia Siemens Networks as part of Vodafone’s SSIC. The other has been implemented in Canelands, South Africa.
At the COP17, Nokia Siemens Networks built a green mobile site by deploying its award-winning, energy-efficient Flexi Multiradio Base Station and complete energy solution on a trailer***. It used a combination of solar energy and wind power, supported by fuel cells and a deep cycle battery, to provide seamless broadband connectivity for the event.
At Canelands, Nokia Siemens Networks has reconfigured a legacy site that was previously running permanently on a diesel generator. After completion of the site implementation and change in the operational mode by end of this year, it will start drawing energy from solar foils mounted on the existing tower and from a vertical wind turbine at its top. In addition, an optimized cooling concept for a modernized single radio access network that supports various technologies is already in use. This site solution will ensure both minimum energy requirements and an enormous reduction in diesel consumption while increasing the use of renewable energy sources.
Nokia Siemens Networks’ Green Energy Controller manages all energy sources efficiently at base station sites, helping Vodacom reduce maintenance costs and carbon emissions. The controller is managed by Nokia Siemens Networks’ NetAct network management platform. This platform allows Vodacom to remotely maintain and install new software, removing the need for frequent site visits and therefore further reducing carbon emissions from vehicles.
“It is encouraging to see that our partnership with Nokia Siemens Networks, in line with our SSIC initiative, is helping us implement innovative base station site solutions. These solutions help us save operational costs and achieve our green target by reducing carbon emissions,” said Steve Pusey, Group CTO, Vodafone.
In 2008, the Vodafone Group set a target to cuts its carbon emissions in half by 2020 compared to its fiscal year 2006-07 baseline. In May this year, the group also set an additional target in emerging markets to reduce carbon emissions by 20% per network node by March 2015 compared to fiscal year 2010-11 baseline.
“We are committed to providing superior mobile broadband infrastructure that also improves energy efficiency and reduces carbon emissions,” said Bosco Novak, head of Global Services, Nokia Siemens Networks. “Our participation in Vodafone’s SSIC initiative is in line with our focus on innovation within our mobile broadband business. In addition, our cooperation with Vodafone SSIC provides us opportunities to understand the operator’s needs and further improve the quality of our site solutions.”
Nokia Siemens Networks and Vodafone are working on various projects to reduce diesel consumption and carbon emissions at hundreds of sites around the world by implementing green energy solutions.
For more information on Nokia Siemens Networks’ energy solution, please click here.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
Acquisition to accelerate ADTRAN’s global growth strategy
ADTRAN®, Inc., (NASDAQ:ADTN), a leading provider of next-generation networking solutions, announced that it plans to acquire, through an asset sale and purchase agreement, the Nokia Siemens Networks fixed line Broadband Access business (BBA), and associated professional services and network management solutions. The planned acquisition would include the Broadband Access intellectual properties, technologies and the established customer base.
As part of this planned transaction, up to approximately 400 people, including engineering, R&D, sales and professional services employees, are expected to transfer to ADTRAN globally. The agreement also includes provisions which would allow ADTRAN solutions to be incorporated by Nokia Siemens Networks into its customer propositions, broadening ADTRAN’s business opportunities.
The planned transaction is expected to close by the end of April 2012 subject to the completion of a consultation process with certain employees and their representatives, finalization of transition services agreements and customary closing conditions. After close of the planned transaction ADTRAN expects the acquired business will be neutral to diluted earnings per share for the first full year and accretive thereafter.
“Nokia Siemens Networks’ long standing customer relationships, combined with ADTRAN’s long term focus and financial strength, make this a very favorable outcome for customers, employees and shareholders. With this planned acquisition, ADTRAN will combine its success with the strength of Nokia Siemens Networks’ Broadband Access business to deliver a full portfolio of solutions to meet customer needs on a global scale,” said ADTRAN CEO Tom Stanton. “Service providers around the world are seeing high bandwidth services as an integral component of their future opportunities. This strategic acquisition would position ADTRAN in key markets with an established customer base; complementary market-focused products; along with engineering, R&D, sales and professional services resources that will enable ADTRAN to take a significant step forward as one of the world’s leading communications solutions providers.”
“We believe that this planned divestment would provide our existing fixed broadband access customers with a continuous high-quality service from a company focused on their needs,” said Marc Rouanne, head of Mobile Broadband at Nokia Siemens Networks. “The planned sale is in line with our new strategy to increase our focus on the mobile broadband and services market.”
ADTRAN announced that a conference call will be held December 12, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. Central Time to discuss the planned transaction. This conference call will be web cast live through StreetEvents.com. To listen, simply visit the Investor Relations site at http://www.adtran.com or http://streetevents.com approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of the call and click on the conference call link provided.
An online replay of the conference call will be available for seven days at http://streetevents.com. In addition, an online replay of the conference call, as well as the text of this announcement, will be available on the Investor Relations site at http://www.adtran.com for at least 12 months following the call.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
ADTRAN®, Inc., (NASDAQ:ADTN), a leading provider of next-generation networking solutions, announced that it plans to acquire, through an asset sale and purchase agreement, the Nokia Siemens Networks fixed line Broadband Access business (BBA), and associated professional services and network management solutions. The planned acquisition would include the Broadband Access intellectual properties, technologies and the established customer base.
As part of this planned transaction, up to approximately 400 people, including engineering, R&D, sales and professional services employees, are expected to transfer to ADTRAN globally. The agreement also includes provisions which would allow ADTRAN solutions to be incorporated by Nokia Siemens Networks into its customer propositions, broadening ADTRAN’s business opportunities.
The planned transaction is expected to close by the end of April 2012 subject to the completion of a consultation process with certain employees and their representatives, finalization of transition services agreements and customary closing conditions. After close of the planned transaction ADTRAN expects the acquired business will be neutral to diluted earnings per share for the first full year and accretive thereafter.
“Nokia Siemens Networks’ long standing customer relationships, combined with ADTRAN’s long term focus and financial strength, make this a very favorable outcome for customers, employees and shareholders. With this planned acquisition, ADTRAN will combine its success with the strength of Nokia Siemens Networks’ Broadband Access business to deliver a full portfolio of solutions to meet customer needs on a global scale,” said ADTRAN CEO Tom Stanton. “Service providers around the world are seeing high bandwidth services as an integral component of their future opportunities. This strategic acquisition would position ADTRAN in key markets with an established customer base; complementary market-focused products; along with engineering, R&D, sales and professional services resources that will enable ADTRAN to take a significant step forward as one of the world’s leading communications solutions providers.”
“We believe that this planned divestment would provide our existing fixed broadband access customers with a continuous high-quality service from a company focused on their needs,” said Marc Rouanne, head of Mobile Broadband at Nokia Siemens Networks. “The planned sale is in line with our new strategy to increase our focus on the mobile broadband and services market.”
ADTRAN announced that a conference call will be held December 12, 2011 at 9:30 a.m. Central Time to discuss the planned transaction. This conference call will be web cast live through StreetEvents.com. To listen, simply visit the Investor Relations site at http://www.adtran.com or http://streetevents.com approximately 10 minutes prior to the start of the call and click on the conference call link provided.
An online replay of the conference call will be available for seven days at http://streetevents.com. In addition, an online replay of the conference call, as well as the text of this announcement, will be available on the Investor Relations site at http://www.adtran.com for at least 12 months following the call.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
ADTRAN Company announced today that it plans to acquire through asset sales and the signing of the agreement to purchase the business of Nokia Siemens Networks for the production of wired broadband equipment (BBA) and related professional services and network management solutions. The planned acquisition will include intellectual property rights of broadband access technologies and existing customer base.
Under the proposed transaction, approximately 400 people, including engineers, developers, managers and professionals will move to the state of ADTRAN.
According to plans, this transaction should be completed by April next year, subject to completion of the consultation process with some employees and their representatives, and other necessary procedures required in such situations.
Under the proposed transaction, approximately 400 people, including engineers, developers, managers and professionals will move to the state of ADTRAN.
According to plans, this transaction should be completed by April next year, subject to completion of the consultation process with some employees and their representatives, and other necessary procedures required in such situations.
Companies make mobile voice and high-speed data economically viable in remote areas
Telecom operators can now provide 3G mobile broadband to isolated and under-served areas via satellite backhaul. The approach that makes this possible combines Nokia Siemens Networks’ I-HSPA* with Evolution** satellite routers from VT iDirect, Inc. (iDirect), a world leader in satellite-based IP communications technology. The solution, successfully tested by both companies, can deliver downlink speeds of 10 Mbps*** per user from base stations in remote areas linked to a core network via satellite.
“The growing demand for mobile broadband is making operators look for efficient ways of delivering services in areas with low population density where terrestrial transport networks are less economically viable,” said Keith Sutton, head of the WCDMA business line for Nokia Siemens Networks. “Our I-HSPA architecture, together with iDirect’s satellite platform, makes 3G mobile broadband delivery possible in such areas. In addition to services such as social networking and video streaming, operators can deliver telemedicine and remote learning, helping bridge the digital divide.”
Nokia Siemens Networks’ I-HSPA uses a flat architecture for 3G networks that supports voice as well as high-speed data services. By allowing base stations to connect directly to the core network, I-HSPA eliminates the need for the intermediate nodes**** found in traditional networks.
“With the adoption of 3G networks, the use of mobile data has grown exponentially and the mobile device is the primary form of connectivity for many people in remote and rural areas,” said Toni Lee Rudnicki, iDirect’s chief marketing officer. “Successful testing between iDirect and Nokia Siemens Networks’ I-HSPA has shown peak rates for satellite backhaul up to ten times higher than those achieved with other commercially available approaches to 3G. This is good news for those seeking true mobile broadband connectivity in hard-to-reach locations, as the Evolution product line can be rapidly deployed and provide a reliable satellite platform combined with the benefits of the I-HSPA architecture.”
Nokia Siemens Networks’ I-HSPA and iDirect’s Evolution product line are already commercially available to operators globally.
To share your thoughts on the topic, join the #HSPA discussion on Twitter.
About iDirect
iDirect, a subsidiary of VT Systems, Inc., is a global leader in IP-based satellite communications providing technology that enables our 350+ service provider partners to optimize their networks, differentiate their services and profitably expand their businesses. The iDirect Intelligent Platform™ allows service providers to run their entire business operations more efficiently via a single, unified IP-based satellite architecture, whether it’s providing core IP applications to the enterprise or specialized services to any number of diverse vertical markets. iDirect is the #1 name in global satellite communications in key industries including maritime, military/government, and oil and gas, with a nearly 70% hub market share and more than a quarter million remotes installed worldwide. In 2007, iDirect Government Technologies (iGT) was formed to drive adoption of its IP-based solutions in the U.S. government market. In 2008, iDirect Asia Pte Ltd was established in Singapore to enhance its value-add and responsiveness to customers in the Asia Pacific region. For more information please visit www.idirect.net.
Telecom operators can now provide 3G mobile broadband to isolated and under-served areas via satellite backhaul. The approach that makes this possible combines Nokia Siemens Networks’ I-HSPA* with Evolution** satellite routers from VT iDirect, Inc. (iDirect), a world leader in satellite-based IP communications technology. The solution, successfully tested by both companies, can deliver downlink speeds of 10 Mbps*** per user from base stations in remote areas linked to a core network via satellite.
“The growing demand for mobile broadband is making operators look for efficient ways of delivering services in areas with low population density where terrestrial transport networks are less economically viable,” said Keith Sutton, head of the WCDMA business line for Nokia Siemens Networks. “Our I-HSPA architecture, together with iDirect’s satellite platform, makes 3G mobile broadband delivery possible in such areas. In addition to services such as social networking and video streaming, operators can deliver telemedicine and remote learning, helping bridge the digital divide.”
Nokia Siemens Networks’ I-HSPA uses a flat architecture for 3G networks that supports voice as well as high-speed data services. By allowing base stations to connect directly to the core network, I-HSPA eliminates the need for the intermediate nodes**** found in traditional networks.
“With the adoption of 3G networks, the use of mobile data has grown exponentially and the mobile device is the primary form of connectivity for many people in remote and rural areas,” said Toni Lee Rudnicki, iDirect’s chief marketing officer. “Successful testing between iDirect and Nokia Siemens Networks’ I-HSPA has shown peak rates for satellite backhaul up to ten times higher than those achieved with other commercially available approaches to 3G. This is good news for those seeking true mobile broadband connectivity in hard-to-reach locations, as the Evolution product line can be rapidly deployed and provide a reliable satellite platform combined with the benefits of the I-HSPA architecture.”
Nokia Siemens Networks’ I-HSPA and iDirect’s Evolution product line are already commercially available to operators globally.
To share your thoughts on the topic, join the #HSPA discussion on Twitter.
About iDirect
iDirect, a subsidiary of VT Systems, Inc., is a global leader in IP-based satellite communications providing technology that enables our 350+ service provider partners to optimize their networks, differentiate their services and profitably expand their businesses. The iDirect Intelligent Platform™ allows service providers to run their entire business operations more efficiently via a single, unified IP-based satellite architecture, whether it’s providing core IP applications to the enterprise or specialized services to any number of diverse vertical markets. iDirect is the #1 name in global satellite communications in key industries including maritime, military/government, and oil and gas, with a nearly 70% hub market share and more than a quarter million remotes installed worldwide. In 2007, iDirect Government Technologies (iGT) was formed to drive adoption of its IP-based solutions in the U.S. government market. In 2008, iDirect Asia Pte Ltd was established in Singapore to enhance its value-add and responsiveness to customers in the Asia Pacific region. For more information please visit www.idirect.net.
Provides centralized service delivery for network planning and optimization to Latin America
Nokia Siemens Networks inaugurated a new center in Mexico to deliver remote services to operators across Latin America and around the world. The service delivery center – or SDC – will provide network design and planning as well as optimization and assurance for both networks and the services running over them. The new center aims to ensure excellent network performance, and an enhanced customer experience, while reducing operational costs.
The new center joins Nokia Siemens Networks’ existing global network of SDCs for optimizing networks remotely for operators. The company’s four other SDCs are operating from Chennai and Noida in India, Lisbon in Portugal, and from Shanghai in China. The Mexico SDC will provide network planning and optimization services (NPO)* to operators in Latin America and eventually extend these capabilities to other regions. Nokia Siemens Networks currently supports a number of operators with its remote service delivery model.
“With the surge in network traffic due to increasing adoption of smartphones and the use of data intensive services such as VoIP, video download and IPTV, operators are seeking to improve customer experience,” said Jose Luis Garcia, head of global service delivery for Nokia Siemens Networks. “We have increased our focus on optimizing the specific services our customers offer, in addition to providing network optimization, and this new center is part of that effort.”
Nokia Siemens Networks’ SDCs combine the traditional network optimization services with services optimization. Network optimization services ensure network performance for more consistent and reliable services with improved call connection ratio and data speed. Services optimization improves the overall performance of different services, applications and devices to enhance the customer experience.
“The telecom market in Latin America is growing rapidly with increasing demand for higher value services,” said Eduardo Araujo, head of Nokia Siemens Networks in the Latin America region. “We already have strong partnerships with operators across the continent. Mexico is a high growth market and we estimate it is the region’s second largest with more than 23%** share of the Latin Americans market in 2011. Our new Mexico SDC will help us further strengthen our position in the region to serve our customer base across the Americas.”
“We have already set up a Global Network Operations Center (GNOC) for network operations in Brazil, which was inaugurated earlier this year. The new SDC in Mexico further enhances our global service delivery in the Latin American market,” said Araujo.
The global network of five SDCs supports multi-technology, multi-vendor networks for operators. These centers support radio (2G, 3G and 4G technologies), transport, core and IP networks, as well as an increasing range of services, applications and devices.
Nokia Siemens Networks, on an average, delivers 1,300 planning and optimizations projects annually. These include addressing mobile broadband and smartphone challenges for over 90 customers, and planning and optimization for 14 commercial LTE rollouts. Over 220 planning and optimization projects are delivered remotely at any given time. For more information on Nokia Siemens Networks NPO capabilities, including a video overview, follow this link.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. For more information please visit www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com.
Nokia Siemens Networks inaugurated a new center in Mexico to deliver remote services to operators across Latin America and around the world. The service delivery center – or SDC – will provide network design and planning as well as optimization and assurance for both networks and the services running over them. The new center aims to ensure excellent network performance, and an enhanced customer experience, while reducing operational costs.
The new center joins Nokia Siemens Networks’ existing global network of SDCs for optimizing networks remotely for operators. The company’s four other SDCs are operating from Chennai and Noida in India, Lisbon in Portugal, and from Shanghai in China. The Mexico SDC will provide network planning and optimization services (NPO)* to operators in Latin America and eventually extend these capabilities to other regions. Nokia Siemens Networks currently supports a number of operators with its remote service delivery model.
“With the surge in network traffic due to increasing adoption of smartphones and the use of data intensive services such as VoIP, video download and IPTV, operators are seeking to improve customer experience,” said Jose Luis Garcia, head of global service delivery for Nokia Siemens Networks. “We have increased our focus on optimizing the specific services our customers offer, in addition to providing network optimization, and this new center is part of that effort.”
Nokia Siemens Networks’ SDCs combine the traditional network optimization services with services optimization. Network optimization services ensure network performance for more consistent and reliable services with improved call connection ratio and data speed. Services optimization improves the overall performance of different services, applications and devices to enhance the customer experience.
“The telecom market in Latin America is growing rapidly with increasing demand for higher value services,” said Eduardo Araujo, head of Nokia Siemens Networks in the Latin America region. “We already have strong partnerships with operators across the continent. Mexico is a high growth market and we estimate it is the region’s second largest with more than 23%** share of the Latin Americans market in 2011. Our new Mexico SDC will help us further strengthen our position in the region to serve our customer base across the Americas.”
“We have already set up a Global Network Operations Center (GNOC) for network operations in Brazil, which was inaugurated earlier this year. The new SDC in Mexico further enhances our global service delivery in the Latin American market,” said Araujo.
The global network of five SDCs supports multi-technology, multi-vendor networks for operators. These centers support radio (2G, 3G and 4G technologies), transport, core and IP networks, as well as an increasing range of services, applications and devices.
Nokia Siemens Networks, on an average, delivers 1,300 planning and optimizations projects annually. These include addressing mobile broadband and smartphone challenges for over 90 customers, and planning and optimization for 14 commercial LTE rollouts. Over 220 planning and optimization projects are delivered remotely at any given time. For more information on Nokia Siemens Networks NPO capabilities, including a video overview, follow this link.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. For more information please visit www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com.
Offers 80% more capacity, 40% more coverage to deliver cost-efficient TD-LTE
Helps operators reduce site costs by up to one-third
Nokia Siemens Networks has introduced a Liquid Radio-based ‘6 pipes’ remote radio head* that uses the company’s unique pipe approach to offer unprecedented flexibility in delivering TD-LTE.
“Our new, high-capacity 6 pipes remote radio head is a great addition to our TD-LTE RAN (Radio Access Network) portfolio and promises to take the TD-LTE experience to the next level,” said Tommi Uitto, head of the LTE radio access business line at Nokia Siemens Networks. “In addition to enabling a more flexible approach to TD-LTE, the new product delivers much higher throughput and lower latency than other offerings, to enable higher data speeds. Subscribers can thus enjoy the same level of mobile broadband, anywhere and everywhere, no matter what applications they’re using.”
By covering three sectors with a single radio head**, operators can reduce site costs by up to one-third. It is the first remote radio head that can support a 6-sector TD-LTE site to deliver 80% more capacity and 40% more coverage as compared to traditional 3-sector sites. This enables higher data speeds, and reduces total cost of ownership by 40%.
Nokia Siemens Networks’ pipe concept offers a cost-effective, future-proof alternative to the current ‘path’-based approaches, allowing more flexible allocation of sectors, carriers and transmit and receive channels by a base station. It can do multiple configurations, starting with a simple, low-cost, 3-sector site configuration and scaling to a high-capacity, 6-sector site configuration, when needed. Further, a simple software upgrade offers a smooth evolution path to LTE-Advanced.
Nokia Siemens Networks’ 6 pipes remote radio head is based on the company’s Liquid Radio*** architecture, which self-adapts coverage and capacity based on subscriber demand. The offering’s unique 6 pipes beamforming feature mitigates signal loss due to interference****. This helps deliver up to 50% higher data speeds and improved coverage, compared to 4 path radio heads, for subscribers in high-density areas, both indoors and outdoors. This feature also eliminates the need for additional sites, and reduces CAPEX, OPEX and site costs.
The offering is 3GPP standardized and is now commercially available globally.
For further information on TD-LTE, please refer to Nokia Siemens Networks’ website. To share your thoughts on the topic, join the discussion on Twitter using #LTE and #LiquidNet.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. For more information please visit www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com.
Helps operators reduce site costs by up to one-third
Nokia Siemens Networks has introduced a Liquid Radio-based ‘6 pipes’ remote radio head* that uses the company’s unique pipe approach to offer unprecedented flexibility in delivering TD-LTE.
“Our new, high-capacity 6 pipes remote radio head is a great addition to our TD-LTE RAN (Radio Access Network) portfolio and promises to take the TD-LTE experience to the next level,” said Tommi Uitto, head of the LTE radio access business line at Nokia Siemens Networks. “In addition to enabling a more flexible approach to TD-LTE, the new product delivers much higher throughput and lower latency than other offerings, to enable higher data speeds. Subscribers can thus enjoy the same level of mobile broadband, anywhere and everywhere, no matter what applications they’re using.”
By covering three sectors with a single radio head**, operators can reduce site costs by up to one-third. It is the first remote radio head that can support a 6-sector TD-LTE site to deliver 80% more capacity and 40% more coverage as compared to traditional 3-sector sites. This enables higher data speeds, and reduces total cost of ownership by 40%.
Nokia Siemens Networks’ pipe concept offers a cost-effective, future-proof alternative to the current ‘path’-based approaches, allowing more flexible allocation of sectors, carriers and transmit and receive channels by a base station. It can do multiple configurations, starting with a simple, low-cost, 3-sector site configuration and scaling to a high-capacity, 6-sector site configuration, when needed. Further, a simple software upgrade offers a smooth evolution path to LTE-Advanced.
Nokia Siemens Networks’ 6 pipes remote radio head is based on the company’s Liquid Radio*** architecture, which self-adapts coverage and capacity based on subscriber demand. The offering’s unique 6 pipes beamforming feature mitigates signal loss due to interference****. This helps deliver up to 50% higher data speeds and improved coverage, compared to 4 path radio heads, for subscribers in high-density areas, both indoors and outdoors. This feature also eliminates the need for additional sites, and reduces CAPEX, OPEX and site costs.
The offering is 3GPP standardized and is now commercially available globally.
For further information on TD-LTE, please refer to Nokia Siemens Networks’ website. To share your thoughts on the topic, join the discussion on Twitter using #LTE and #LiquidNet.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. For more information please visit www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com.
1X Advanced feature for CDMA2000 offers superior voice quality, expands data services
A new feature from Nokia Siemens Networks allows CDMA operators to offer significantly improved voice quality and coverage, and expand their mobile broadband services, while protecting their network investments. Nokia Siemens Networks is expanding its CDMA2000 portfolio with the launch of 1X Advanced technology, which can triple existing base station capacity when fully implemented. Operators can use this additional capacity to handle much greater volumes of voice or data traffic in dense metros or to improve coverage.
Nokia Siemens Networks’ 1X Advanced feature can expand base station capacity in a more energy efficient and cost effective manner. The company’s 1X Advanced capable equipment is more power efficient for a given amount of traffic than existing 1X solutions. Implementation is economical, with a simple board upgrade to the existing base-station. Operators will be able to realize even greater performance with future software upgrades.
“We see 1X Advanced as the next step in the evolution of CDMA2000, and are fully committed to investing and building our capabilities in this technology,” says Scott Mottonen, head of the CDMA/LTE business line at Nokia Siemens Networks. “As subscriber demand can be quite extreme and variable over time, CDMA operators must be able to improve network performance while keeping costs low. 1X Advanced satisfies this need by offering a cost-effective upgrade of existing network assets, while vastly enhancing quality of experience.”
Nokia Siemens Networks’ 1X Advanced capable equipment will be commercially available by the end of 2011.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. For more information please visit www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com.
A new feature from Nokia Siemens Networks allows CDMA operators to offer significantly improved voice quality and coverage, and expand their mobile broadband services, while protecting their network investments. Nokia Siemens Networks is expanding its CDMA2000 portfolio with the launch of 1X Advanced technology, which can triple existing base station capacity when fully implemented. Operators can use this additional capacity to handle much greater volumes of voice or data traffic in dense metros or to improve coverage.
Nokia Siemens Networks’ 1X Advanced feature can expand base station capacity in a more energy efficient and cost effective manner. The company’s 1X Advanced capable equipment is more power efficient for a given amount of traffic than existing 1X solutions. Implementation is economical, with a simple board upgrade to the existing base-station. Operators will be able to realize even greater performance with future software upgrades.
“We see 1X Advanced as the next step in the evolution of CDMA2000, and are fully committed to investing and building our capabilities in this technology,” says Scott Mottonen, head of the CDMA/LTE business line at Nokia Siemens Networks. “As subscriber demand can be quite extreme and variable over time, CDMA operators must be able to improve network performance while keeping costs low. 1X Advanced satisfies this need by offering a cost-effective upgrade of existing network assets, while vastly enhancing quality of experience.”
Nokia Siemens Networks’ 1X Advanced capable equipment will be commercially available by the end of 2011.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. For more information please visit www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com.
Nokia Siemens Networks’ off-grid base station improves network coverage, reduces carbon footprint
Vip mobile, the youngest of Serbia’s three mobile operators, is running a base station powered by solar and wind energy as part of a trial into renewal energy. The site provides coverage to several kilometers along the Belgrade-Nis highway that has no electricity grid connectivity. The operator is using Nokia Siemens Networks’ Energy Solutions, which can reduce the use of diesel generators at sites by as much as 90%.
“We are committed to extending network connectivity to under-served areas of the country, while ensuring the environmental impact of our overall operations remains limited. Renewable energy addresses these requirements by minimizing our reliance on diesel generators to power telecom infrastructure in areas with limited or no grid connectivity,” said Rene Schiefer, head of Access Network at Vip mobile. “Nokia Siemens Networks brings strong understanding of telecom network power requirements and management to provide a solution that helps us lower carbon dioxide emissions.”
The Off-Grid Site Solution provided by Nokia Siemens Networks uses solar panels, wind turbines, deep cycling batteries, alongside diesel generators for backup, and a “Green Energy Controller” that manages these components. The solution typically reduces the diesel generator runtime from 24 hours to an average of less than 3 hours per day.
As part of the six-month trial, Nokia Siemens Networks has enabled remote energy management of the site through its NetAct network management platform. This enables Vip mobile to monitor all green energy components anytime and eliminates the need for physical visits to install and maintain new software. The solution increases site reliability by ensuring round-the-clock power availability, providing return on investment in less than three years.
“Nokia Siemens Networks is committed to helping telecom operators reduce the cost of running their networks and strengthen their credentials as environmentally responsible organizations. With more than 80 percent of an operator’s total energy consumption taking place in the network, there is a large scope for them to minimize both their energy costs and carbon footprint by tapping renewable energy. Our Energy Solutions optimize this potential and provide a cost-effective transition to more energy-efficient networks,” said Josef Fuhl, head of the customer business team for Austria at Nokia Siemens Networks.
About Vip mobile
Vip mobile d.o.o. is a private mobile operator, the owner of the third mobile telephony license in Serbia for GSM and UMTS networks and exclusive partner of Vodafone in Serbia. It is a member of Telekom Austria Group, which caters approximately 22 million satisfied customers across eight countries in the region. It is recognized as a leader in innovations for it continually develops new technologies and services and is the first one to introduce them into the market.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. For more information please visit www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com.
Talk about Nokia Siemens Networks’ news at http://blogs.nokiasiemensnetworks.com and find out if your country is exploiting the full potential of connectivity at www.connectivityscorecard.org
Vip mobile, the youngest of Serbia’s three mobile operators, is running a base station powered by solar and wind energy as part of a trial into renewal energy. The site provides coverage to several kilometers along the Belgrade-Nis highway that has no electricity grid connectivity. The operator is using Nokia Siemens Networks’ Energy Solutions, which can reduce the use of diesel generators at sites by as much as 90%.
“We are committed to extending network connectivity to under-served areas of the country, while ensuring the environmental impact of our overall operations remains limited. Renewable energy addresses these requirements by minimizing our reliance on diesel generators to power telecom infrastructure in areas with limited or no grid connectivity,” said Rene Schiefer, head of Access Network at Vip mobile. “Nokia Siemens Networks brings strong understanding of telecom network power requirements and management to provide a solution that helps us lower carbon dioxide emissions.”
The Off-Grid Site Solution provided by Nokia Siemens Networks uses solar panels, wind turbines, deep cycling batteries, alongside diesel generators for backup, and a “Green Energy Controller” that manages these components. The solution typically reduces the diesel generator runtime from 24 hours to an average of less than 3 hours per day.
As part of the six-month trial, Nokia Siemens Networks has enabled remote energy management of the site through its NetAct network management platform. This enables Vip mobile to monitor all green energy components anytime and eliminates the need for physical visits to install and maintain new software. The solution increases site reliability by ensuring round-the-clock power availability, providing return on investment in less than three years.
“Nokia Siemens Networks is committed to helping telecom operators reduce the cost of running their networks and strengthen their credentials as environmentally responsible organizations. With more than 80 percent of an operator’s total energy consumption taking place in the network, there is a large scope for them to minimize both their energy costs and carbon footprint by tapping renewable energy. Our Energy Solutions optimize this potential and provide a cost-effective transition to more energy-efficient networks,” said Josef Fuhl, head of the customer business team for Austria at Nokia Siemens Networks.
About Vip mobile
Vip mobile d.o.o. is a private mobile operator, the owner of the third mobile telephony license in Serbia for GSM and UMTS networks and exclusive partner of Vodafone in Serbia. It is a member of Telekom Austria Group, which caters approximately 22 million satisfied customers across eight countries in the region. It is recognized as a leader in innovations for it continually develops new technologies and services and is the first one to introduce them into the market.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. For more information please visit www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com.
Talk about Nokia Siemens Networks’ news at http://blogs.nokiasiemensnetworks.com and find out if your country is exploiting the full potential of connectivity at www.connectivityscorecard.org
Saudi Telecom Company (STC) teams with Nokia Siemens Networks to ensure network availability and up to 42 Mbps mobile broadband
Saudi Telecom Company (STC) has once again successfully handled the upsurge in mobile traffic during the holy Hajj pilgrimage, which in the western calendar took place this year between 3 to 9 November. Nokia Siemens Networks, STC’s preferred mobile equipment and services supplier, ensured connectivity for thousands of STC subscribers and millions of pilgrims. There was an average increase of 500%, and a peak increase of 760%, in STC’s 3G traffic during the pilgrimage. Despite this huge increase in traffic and capacity load, network performance remained high, providing an optimal service for pilgrims. Nokia Siemens Networks is the sole GSM and 3G radio supplier for STC’s network in Mecca, Medina, and other pilgrim areas, and has been providing Hajj service support for over a decade.
The Hajj is a week-long pilgrimage when millions of visitors move through Masha'er; from Mina to Muzdalifah along to Arafat, an area of 15 square kilometers. Nokia Siemens Networks’ association with the Hajj pilgrimage dates back to the year 2001, when it built STC’s network in Mecca to accommodate the heavy traffic during Ramadan*. This year, the peak hour traffic reached one million erlangs** on the day of Eid on November 6.
“Nokia Siemens Networks has once again stepped up to the task, giving us the necessary support to handle high density traffic during the Hajj,” said Bandar Algafari, vice president, Networks Sector at STC. “The challenge this year was to handle the dramatic increase in data traffic driven by an increased uptake in the use of smartphones. Pilgrims were sharing their experiences by taking pictures, uploading those to social networking sites, sending MMSs and surfing the internet. We are happy to have served all our subscribers and roaming visitors, thanks to Nokia Siemens Networks’ extensive support services and expertise in handling events of this size.”
“We understand the importance of the Hajj and what it means to pilgrims coming from across the world,” added Teo Tuomas Hirvonen, head of STC business at Nokia Siemens Networks. “Coping with high-density traffic in such a confined space requires robust equipment and reliable performance. It was thus absolutely essential for us to make sure that services work smoothly during this critical period, and subscribers are able to connect with friends and family both back home and on the pilgrimage.”
Nokia Siemens Networks deployed HSPA+ to deliver speeds of up to 42 megabits per second (Mbps). To meet the increased demand for network capacity and avoid any degradation in network performance during exceptional traffic and load conditions, the vendor provided its Special Event Support services***. This involves comprehensive managed services, including network design planning, and optimization services, as well as full care and field support for the network. This allowed STC to offer subscribers improved data services such as live video calls. Nokia Siemens Networks also took complete responsibility of supply, installation, integration and commissioning of equipment.
In the future, operators can further improve the management of unpredictable broadband traffic by evolving to Liquid Net****. This radical new approach from Nokia Siemens Networks unleashes frozen network capacity and efficiently allocates resources to fulfill unpredictable demand, wherever and whenever people use broadband. This will allow operators to be even better prepared for events such as the Hajj pilgrimage, or new services introduced in the internet without knowing release dates and the impact it can have on their network.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
Saudi Telecom Company (STC) has once again successfully handled the upsurge in mobile traffic during the holy Hajj pilgrimage, which in the western calendar took place this year between 3 to 9 November. Nokia Siemens Networks, STC’s preferred mobile equipment and services supplier, ensured connectivity for thousands of STC subscribers and millions of pilgrims. There was an average increase of 500%, and a peak increase of 760%, in STC’s 3G traffic during the pilgrimage. Despite this huge increase in traffic and capacity load, network performance remained high, providing an optimal service for pilgrims. Nokia Siemens Networks is the sole GSM and 3G radio supplier for STC’s network in Mecca, Medina, and other pilgrim areas, and has been providing Hajj service support for over a decade.
The Hajj is a week-long pilgrimage when millions of visitors move through Masha'er; from Mina to Muzdalifah along to Arafat, an area of 15 square kilometers. Nokia Siemens Networks’ association with the Hajj pilgrimage dates back to the year 2001, when it built STC’s network in Mecca to accommodate the heavy traffic during Ramadan*. This year, the peak hour traffic reached one million erlangs** on the day of Eid on November 6.
“Nokia Siemens Networks has once again stepped up to the task, giving us the necessary support to handle high density traffic during the Hajj,” said Bandar Algafari, vice president, Networks Sector at STC. “The challenge this year was to handle the dramatic increase in data traffic driven by an increased uptake in the use of smartphones. Pilgrims were sharing their experiences by taking pictures, uploading those to social networking sites, sending MMSs and surfing the internet. We are happy to have served all our subscribers and roaming visitors, thanks to Nokia Siemens Networks’ extensive support services and expertise in handling events of this size.”
“We understand the importance of the Hajj and what it means to pilgrims coming from across the world,” added Teo Tuomas Hirvonen, head of STC business at Nokia Siemens Networks. “Coping with high-density traffic in such a confined space requires robust equipment and reliable performance. It was thus absolutely essential for us to make sure that services work smoothly during this critical period, and subscribers are able to connect with friends and family both back home and on the pilgrimage.”
Nokia Siemens Networks deployed HSPA+ to deliver speeds of up to 42 megabits per second (Mbps). To meet the increased demand for network capacity and avoid any degradation in network performance during exceptional traffic and load conditions, the vendor provided its Special Event Support services***. This involves comprehensive managed services, including network design planning, and optimization services, as well as full care and field support for the network. This allowed STC to offer subscribers improved data services such as live video calls. Nokia Siemens Networks also took complete responsibility of supply, installation, integration and commissioning of equipment.
In the future, operators can further improve the management of unpredictable broadband traffic by evolving to Liquid Net****. This radical new approach from Nokia Siemens Networks unleashes frozen network capacity and efficiently allocates resources to fulfill unpredictable demand, wherever and whenever people use broadband. This will allow operators to be even better prepared for events such as the Hajj pilgrimage, or new services introduced in the internet without knowing release dates and the impact it can have on their network.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
Operator Tele2, a European mobile operator, signed a contract with Nokia Siemens Networks to supply a complete set of equipment and infrastructure for the network construction in the Far East. As a result of competitions held in the first half of 2011, the company Tele2 Russia has acquired a license to provide services in the standard GSM 1800 networks in six regions of the Far East. Tele2 mobile network will unite Kamchatka, Koryak Okrug, Chukchi Autonomous Region, Sakhalin, Magadan and the Jewish autonomous region. During the construction of the Far East Tele2 network will use equipment company Nokia Siemens Networks, including energy-efficient and compact base stations Flexi Multiradio with support for GSM, 3G and LTE, base station controllers with support for batch interface Packet Abis over IP / Ethernet, A-interface over IP and IP-functional synchronization via Ethernet to the radio access network. With these features, you can create profitable, cost, transport networks. And also provide the flexibility to transition to the infrastructure built entirely based on IP. In addition, Nokia Siemens Networks, will deliver the core network elements, including the system software switches for mobile networks, multimedia gateway Multimedia Gateway and Network Server Flexi Network Server. These elements are able to effectively transmit data traffic to ensure reliability of voice and mobile broadband. In addition Nokia Siemens Networks will install a network management system NetAct to monitor, adjust and optimize the network. Nokia Siemens Networks will also provide its own implementation of the reference location register (HLR), whereby Tele2 Russia will be able to create a unified database with all the information about the subscriber.
NewNet Communication Technologies, LLC, a Skyview Capital, LLC portfolio company, announced that the company plans to acquire the former Motorola Solutions’ WiMAX business from Nokia Siemens Networks. Under the terms of the agreement, NewNet would acquire the complete WiMAX product portfolio, the related employees and assets, as well as active customer and supplier contracts. Approximately 300 Nokia Siemens Networks employees would transfer to NewNet. The companies expect to close before December 31, 2011.
“The addition of the WiMAX business would enhance the breadth of NewNet’s product portfolio, R&D capabilities, customer relationships and our overall market position in providing wireless infrastructure solutions to carriers on a global basis. We are thrilled at the prospect of welcoming a world-class group of WiMAX pioneers and thought leaders to the NewNet team,” said Ron Pyles, president and CEO of NewNet. “NewNet recognizes there is enormous potential in providing outstanding products, support and services to operators who have already invested heavily in WiMAX technologies as well as those who will do so in the future. We are committed to serving the market with an industry leading roadmap and innovative product migration options.”
“We believe that our current WiMAX customers would receive the highest quality products, services and sales support from NewNet,” said Marc Rouanne, head of Network Systems, Nokia Siemens Networks. “This transaction would also provide an excellent opportunity for our WiMAX employees. We have great confidence in NewNet’s plans to become a major WiMAX infrastructure provider. The company has a solid track record in acquiring telecommunication businesses and driving revenue growth.”
“This transaction represents a significant milestone in our strategy of building a strong global presence in the telecommunications marketplace through NewNet Communication Technologies”, said Alex Soltani, chairman and CEO of Skyview Capital. “We are very excited about the WiMAX market opportunity and are fully committed to supporting Ron and his team as they evolve the business into a global leadership position.”
As a part of the transaction the companies expect to transition approximately 300 globally deployed Nokia Siemens Networks employees to NewNet. Many of these employees are based in suburban Chicago, USA and Hangzhou, China. Nokia Siemens Networks and NewNet believe this acquisition would provide transferring employees with attractive professional growth opportunities in a solid, technologically advanced company that has an on-going focus within their core areas of expertise.
Specific terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. For more information please visit www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com.
“The addition of the WiMAX business would enhance the breadth of NewNet’s product portfolio, R&D capabilities, customer relationships and our overall market position in providing wireless infrastructure solutions to carriers on a global basis. We are thrilled at the prospect of welcoming a world-class group of WiMAX pioneers and thought leaders to the NewNet team,” said Ron Pyles, president and CEO of NewNet. “NewNet recognizes there is enormous potential in providing outstanding products, support and services to operators who have already invested heavily in WiMAX technologies as well as those who will do so in the future. We are committed to serving the market with an industry leading roadmap and innovative product migration options.”
“We believe that our current WiMAX customers would receive the highest quality products, services and sales support from NewNet,” said Marc Rouanne, head of Network Systems, Nokia Siemens Networks. “This transaction would also provide an excellent opportunity for our WiMAX employees. We have great confidence in NewNet’s plans to become a major WiMAX infrastructure provider. The company has a solid track record in acquiring telecommunication businesses and driving revenue growth.”
“This transaction represents a significant milestone in our strategy of building a strong global presence in the telecommunications marketplace through NewNet Communication Technologies”, said Alex Soltani, chairman and CEO of Skyview Capital. “We are very excited about the WiMAX market opportunity and are fully committed to supporting Ron and his team as they evolve the business into a global leadership position.”
As a part of the transaction the companies expect to transition approximately 300 globally deployed Nokia Siemens Networks employees to NewNet. Many of these employees are based in suburban Chicago, USA and Hangzhou, China. Nokia Siemens Networks and NewNet believe this acquisition would provide transferring employees with attractive professional growth opportunities in a solid, technologically advanced company that has an on-going focus within their core areas of expertise.
Specific terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. For more information please visit www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com.
Nokia Siemens Networks puts mobile broadband and services at the heart of its strategy; initiates restructuring to maintain long-term competitiveness
and improve profitability.
Focuses on mobile network infrastructure and services market
- Targets significant operating expense and production overhead savings
- Plans global workforce reduction of approximately 17,000
Nokia Corporation
Stock Exchange Release
Espoo, Finland - Nokia Siemens Networks announced its strategy to focus on mobile broadband and services and the launch of an extensive global restructuring program.
"We believe that the future of our industry is in mobile broadband and services - and we aim to be an undisputed leader in these areas," said Rajeev Suri, chief executive officer of Nokia Siemens Networks. "At the same time, we need to take the necessary steps to maintain long term competitiveness and improve profitability in a challenging telecommunications market."
Strategy update
Nokia Siemens Networks will target end-to-end mobile network infrastructure and services, with a particular emphasis on mobile broadband.
"Our goal is to provide the world's most efficient mobile networks, the intelligence to maximize the value of those networks, and the services capability to make it all work seamlessly," said Suri. "Despite the need to restructure parts of our company, our commitment to research and development remains unchanged, with investment in mobile broadband expected to increase over the coming years."
Nokia Siemens Networks plans to realign its business to focus on mobile broadband (including optical), customer experience management and services. The company's Services organization will further strengthen its highly-efficient global delivery system. Business areas not consistent with the new strategy are planned to be divested or managed for value. Quality and innovation will continue to be priorities for the company, with ongoing investment in both areas.
Restructuring program
Nokia Siemens Networks targets to reduce its non-IFRS* annualized operating expenses and production overheads by EUR 1 billion by the end of 2013, compared to the end of 2011. While these savings are expected to come largely from organizational streamlining, the company will also target areas such as real estate, information technology, product and service procurement costs, overall general and administrative expenses, and a significant reduction of suppliers in order to further lower costs and improve quality.
Nokia Siemens Networks plans to reduce its global workforce** by approximately 17,000 by the end of 2013. These planned reductions are expected to be driven by aligning the company's workforce with its new strategy as well as through a range of productivity and efficiency measures. These planned measures are expected to include elimination of the company's matrix organizational structure, site consolidation, transfer of activities to global delivery centers, consolidation of certain central functions, cost synergies from the integration of Motorola's wireless assets, efficiencies in service operations, and company-wide process simplification.
Nokia Siemens Networks will begin the process of engaging with employee representatives in accordance with country-specific legal requirements to find socially responsible means to address these reduction needs. More information will be shared in impacted countries as the process proceeds. In order to reduce the impact of the planned reductions, Nokia Siemens Networks intends to launch locally led programs at the most affected sites to provide re-training and re-employment support.
"As we look towards the prospect of an independent future, we need to take action now to improve our profitability and cash generation," said Suri. "These planned reductions are regrettable but necessary - and it is our goal to make them in a fair and responsible way, providing the support we can to employees and communities."
Conference Call and Webcast
Nokia Siemens Networks will host a conference call for media beginning at 15:00 pm (EET) 14:00 pm (CET) on Wednesday, November 23. The conference call will be webcast live with audio at: www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/webcast
A dial-in option is also available.
Telephone number: +44 (0) 203 106 4822
Confirmation code: 4484071
A replay of the webcast will be available shortly after the conclusion of the event.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
Talk about Nokia Siemens Networks' news at http://blogs.nokiasiemensnetworks.com and find out if your country is exploiting the full potential of connectivity at www.connectivityscorecard.org
About Nokia
Nokia is a global leader in mobile communications whose products have become an integral part of the lives of people around the world. Every day, more than 1.3 billion people use their Nokia to capture and share experiences, access information, find their way or simply to speak to one another. Nokia's technological and design innovations have made its brand one of the most recognized in the world. For more information, visit http://www.nokia.com/about-nokia
Focuses on mobile network infrastructure and services market
- Targets significant operating expense and production overhead savings
- Plans global workforce reduction of approximately 17,000
Nokia Corporation
Stock Exchange Release
Espoo, Finland - Nokia Siemens Networks announced its strategy to focus on mobile broadband and services and the launch of an extensive global restructuring program.
"We believe that the future of our industry is in mobile broadband and services - and we aim to be an undisputed leader in these areas," said Rajeev Suri, chief executive officer of Nokia Siemens Networks. "At the same time, we need to take the necessary steps to maintain long term competitiveness and improve profitability in a challenging telecommunications market."
Strategy update
Nokia Siemens Networks will target end-to-end mobile network infrastructure and services, with a particular emphasis on mobile broadband.
"Our goal is to provide the world's most efficient mobile networks, the intelligence to maximize the value of those networks, and the services capability to make it all work seamlessly," said Suri. "Despite the need to restructure parts of our company, our commitment to research and development remains unchanged, with investment in mobile broadband expected to increase over the coming years."
Nokia Siemens Networks plans to realign its business to focus on mobile broadband (including optical), customer experience management and services. The company's Services organization will further strengthen its highly-efficient global delivery system. Business areas not consistent with the new strategy are planned to be divested or managed for value. Quality and innovation will continue to be priorities for the company, with ongoing investment in both areas.
Restructuring program
Nokia Siemens Networks targets to reduce its non-IFRS* annualized operating expenses and production overheads by EUR 1 billion by the end of 2013, compared to the end of 2011. While these savings are expected to come largely from organizational streamlining, the company will also target areas such as real estate, information technology, product and service procurement costs, overall general and administrative expenses, and a significant reduction of suppliers in order to further lower costs and improve quality.
Nokia Siemens Networks plans to reduce its global workforce** by approximately 17,000 by the end of 2013. These planned reductions are expected to be driven by aligning the company's workforce with its new strategy as well as through a range of productivity and efficiency measures. These planned measures are expected to include elimination of the company's matrix organizational structure, site consolidation, transfer of activities to global delivery centers, consolidation of certain central functions, cost synergies from the integration of Motorola's wireless assets, efficiencies in service operations, and company-wide process simplification.
Nokia Siemens Networks will begin the process of engaging with employee representatives in accordance with country-specific legal requirements to find socially responsible means to address these reduction needs. More information will be shared in impacted countries as the process proceeds. In order to reduce the impact of the planned reductions, Nokia Siemens Networks intends to launch locally led programs at the most affected sites to provide re-training and re-employment support.
"As we look towards the prospect of an independent future, we need to take action now to improve our profitability and cash generation," said Suri. "These planned reductions are regrettable but necessary - and it is our goal to make them in a fair and responsible way, providing the support we can to employees and communities."
Conference Call and Webcast
Nokia Siemens Networks will host a conference call for media beginning at 15:00 pm (EET) 14:00 pm (CET) on Wednesday, November 23. The conference call will be webcast live with audio at: www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com/webcast
A dial-in option is also available.
Telephone number: +44 (0) 203 106 4822
Confirmation code: 4484071
A replay of the webcast will be available shortly after the conclusion of the event.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
Talk about Nokia Siemens Networks' news at http://blogs.nokiasiemensnetworks.com and find out if your country is exploiting the full potential of connectivity at www.connectivityscorecard.org
About Nokia
Nokia is a global leader in mobile communications whose products have become an integral part of the lives of people around the world. Every day, more than 1.3 billion people use their Nokia to capture and share experiences, access information, find their way or simply to speak to one another. Nokia's technological and design innovations have made its brand one of the most recognized in the world. For more information, visit http://www.nokia.com/about-nokia
The mobile operator MTS, Nokia Siemens Networks reported completion of the first phase of upgrading cellular networks in Moscow. The project is Nokia Siemens Networks has replaced 54 of the controller and the order of 1 700 base stations in Moscow. Full transition to Nokia Siemens Networks equipment in Moscow MTS plans by the end of this year.
In a joint project between MTS and Nokia Siemens Networks has been the replacement of base stations in the central part of Moscow, the North-East, East, South, South-East and South-Western administrative district. Commissioning of new equipment will allow MTS to improve the quality and reliability of voice services and data, as well as reduce costs for technical support of the mobile network.
As stated in companies carrying out modernization in a short time helped define clear criteria for network quality in the design phase, the use of world experience in Nokia Siemens Networks to build networks and laboratory testing of equipment. Until the end of 2011, MTS plans to complete network upgrades within the Ring Road, and in the fourth quarter of 2012 work on the replacement of equipment will be conducted throughout the Moscow region.
In a joint project between MTS and Nokia Siemens Networks has been the replacement of base stations in the central part of Moscow, the North-East, East, South, South-East and South-Western administrative district. Commissioning of new equipment will allow MTS to improve the quality and reliability of voice services and data, as well as reduce costs for technical support of the mobile network.
As stated in companies carrying out modernization in a short time helped define clear criteria for network quality in the design phase, the use of world experience in Nokia Siemens Networks to build networks and laboratory testing of equipment. Until the end of 2011, MTS plans to complete network upgrades within the Ring Road, and in the fourth quarter of 2012 work on the replacement of equipment will be conducted throughout the Moscow region.
Nokia Siemens Networks helps North American carriers plan for a flexible future in an unpredictable world
At 4G World this week, Nokia Siemens Networks is showcasing solutions that help arm carriers for a flexible future. These include its groundbreaking Liquid Net architecture, a comprehensive approach that allows carriers to instantly allocate unused capacity wherever and whenever it is needed. The company will also feature its Customer Experience Management portfolio, including the newly launched Facebook app, a self-care application that connects operators to their customers.
“In a fast-changing and very unpredictable world, operators need the ability to adapt, act fast and expect the unexpected,” said Ricky Corker, head of the North America region for Nokia Siemens Networks. “This means putting in place a plan for flexibility – for their network and for their customer’s individual experience. At 4G World, we’ll be showcasing some of our exciting new developments to help our carrier customers plan for a flexible future.”
Corker will speak more on this topic during his keynote, “Ensuring a Flexible Future in an Increasingly Unpredictable World,” on Tuesday, October 25 at 11 a.m.
Nokia Siemens Networks’ recently launched Liquid Net architecture provides flexibility across networks to adapt to changing customer needs instantly, using existing resources more efficiently. This optimizes capital investment and allows operators to offer new revenue opportunities. Liquid Net uses automated, self-adapting broadband optimization to remain constantly aware of the network’s operational status, as well as the services and content being consumed, to ensure the best user experience. Liquid Net consists of three areas: Liquid Radio, Liquid Core and Liquid Transport.
The company will also highlight its small cells and Unified HetNet, a key element of its Liquid Radio architecture. Nokia Siemens Networks’ complete portfolio of HetNet products and services include macro, micro, femto, Wi-Fi, DAS, repeaters and backhaul, as well as supporting solutions and services with SON, OSS, optimization, caching and deployment.
In addition to Liquid Net, operators can use Nokia Siemens Networks’ new Facebook app, announced just prior to 4G World, to allow people to personally manage their fixed and mobile telecom services. The new app enhances the company’s range of self-care portals that facilitate direct interaction between operators and customers. Customers can check their balance, browse and buy special offers and subscribe to services. They can also share their experience across their social network and get rewards for recommending services to friends. The app aims to offer an improved service by allowing operators to engage with customers where they spend their time online.
Visit Nokia Siemens Networks on the show floor at McCormick Place, Booth #707.
Nokia Siemens Networks is also participating in additional informative speaking engagements at the event:
October 24, 2:10 p.m.: Sandro Tavares, head of business intelligence, Business Solutions, will participate in a panel, “Ensuring High Quality Services Across the Expanding Universe of Devices,” as part of the Customer Experience Track.
October 25, 2:40 p.m.: Andrew White, principal consultant, Business Solutions, will participate in the ATIS Panel, “Cloud Services Interconnection,” as part of ATIS’ Cloud Services Forum.
October 26, 3:30 p.m.: Chris Ebert, head of Network Systems strategic product marketing, will participate in the “Strategies for Evolving to All-IP” panel.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland.
www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
Talk about Nokia Siemens Networks’ news at http://blogs.nokiasiemensnetworks.com and find out if your country is exploiting the full potential of connectivity at www.connectivityscorecard.org
“In a fast-changing and very unpredictable world, operators need the ability to adapt, act fast and expect the unexpected,” said Ricky Corker, head of the North America region for Nokia Siemens Networks. “This means putting in place a plan for flexibility – for their network and for their customer’s individual experience. At 4G World, we’ll be showcasing some of our exciting new developments to help our carrier customers plan for a flexible future.”
Corker will speak more on this topic during his keynote, “Ensuring a Flexible Future in an Increasingly Unpredictable World,” on Tuesday, October 25 at 11 a.m.
Nokia Siemens Networks’ recently launched Liquid Net architecture provides flexibility across networks to adapt to changing customer needs instantly, using existing resources more efficiently. This optimizes capital investment and allows operators to offer new revenue opportunities. Liquid Net uses automated, self-adapting broadband optimization to remain constantly aware of the network’s operational status, as well as the services and content being consumed, to ensure the best user experience. Liquid Net consists of three areas: Liquid Radio, Liquid Core and Liquid Transport.
The company will also highlight its small cells and Unified HetNet, a key element of its Liquid Radio architecture. Nokia Siemens Networks’ complete portfolio of HetNet products and services include macro, micro, femto, Wi-Fi, DAS, repeaters and backhaul, as well as supporting solutions and services with SON, OSS, optimization, caching and deployment.
In addition to Liquid Net, operators can use Nokia Siemens Networks’ new Facebook app, announced just prior to 4G World, to allow people to personally manage their fixed and mobile telecom services. The new app enhances the company’s range of self-care portals that facilitate direct interaction between operators and customers. Customers can check their balance, browse and buy special offers and subscribe to services. They can also share their experience across their social network and get rewards for recommending services to friends. The app aims to offer an improved service by allowing operators to engage with customers where they spend their time online.
Visit Nokia Siemens Networks on the show floor at McCormick Place, Booth #707.
Nokia Siemens Networks is also participating in additional informative speaking engagements at the event:
October 24, 2:10 p.m.: Sandro Tavares, head of business intelligence, Business Solutions, will participate in a panel, “Ensuring High Quality Services Across the Expanding Universe of Devices,” as part of the Customer Experience Track.
October 25, 2:40 p.m.: Andrew White, principal consultant, Business Solutions, will participate in the ATIS Panel, “Cloud Services Interconnection,” as part of ATIS’ Cloud Services Forum.
October 26, 3:30 p.m.: Chris Ebert, head of Network Systems strategic product marketing, will participate in the “Strategies for Evolving to All-IP” panel.
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland.
www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
Talk about Nokia Siemens Networks’ news at http://blogs.nokiasiemensnetworks.com and find out if your country is exploiting the full potential of connectivity at www.connectivityscorecard.org
