Chinese operator Jiangxi MCC has concluded an agreement with Nokia for the expansion of its GSM network. The deal, valued at over 65 million USD, covers a full range of Nokia network equipment to meet expected increases in demand for mobile voice capacity and improved SMS text messaging service.
Under the agreement, Nokia will supply its core and radio-access network infrastructure, a Nokia Short Message Service Center, the Nokia NetAct(TM) network and service management system. Also included are implementation, radio network planning and optimization, and care services including software maintenance.
Deliveries have already begun with the aim of bringing the new capacity into use as soon as possible.
"After eight years of close co-operation with Jiangxi MCC, we feel our relationship is stronger than ever," says David Ho, Senior Vice President, Nokia Networks, China. "We are pleased to continue as the main supplier to Jiangxi MCC as it expands and enhances its network, and we look forward to satisfying its needs in the future."
Jiangxi MCC is a subsidiary of China Mobile (CMCC), the largest GSM operator in the world. Jiangxi MCC has a dominant market position in Jiangxi province with several million subscribers.
Nokia is committed to long-term development and preferred partnership in China. With innovative technology, Nokia has continuously strengthened its market position in China as a leading supplier of mobile and broadband network systems and mobile phones. China is an important part of Nokia's global manufacturing and R&D networks. In China, Nokia is the largest exporter in the mobile telecommunications industry. Nokia has established more than fifty offices and two R&D centers, with over 4,700 employees in China.
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