Ericsson selected by T-Mobile USA for LTE and network transformation
(Thomson Reuters ONE) -
* T-Mobile USA first North American contract for Ericsson's Antenna Integrated
Radio (AIR) solution
* Ericsson to deploy LTE in key T-Mobile USA markets with Release 10 capable
hardware
* Ericsson to transform GSM, WCDMA and HSPA+ sites and to perform consulting
and system integration and rollout services
Ericsson (NASDAQ:ERIC) today announced it has been selected by T-Mobile USA to
support the company's USD4 billion network transformation, which includes
preparatory work for the launch of LTE in 2013.
T-Mobile USA will be the first carrier in North America to deploy Ericsson's AIR
technology, enabling the carrier to improve existing coverage and quickly launch
LTE. T-Mobile USA selected the AIR solution due to the enhanced radio
performance and ease of deployment. Ericsson will install the radio, tower and
switch room equipment, as well as provide consulting and systems integration and
rollout services. Ericsson will also provide turnkey services in the areas of
installation, commissioning, integration and migration.
"T-Mobile continues to be at the forefront of 4G innovation and we're excited to
continue our long-standing partnership with Ericsson as we modernize our network
and deploy LTE in 2013," said Neville Ray, chief technology officer, T-Mobile
USA. "By partnering with Ericsson, T-Mobile expects to be the first carrier in
the nation to deploy the company's Antenna Integrated Radio technology, enabling
accelerated deployment and reduced site loading."
This new deal continues Ericsson's long-standing relationship with T-Mobile
USA. In 2006, Ericsson expanded its existing network contract with T-Mobile USA
to include a nationwide 3G network. In 2010, Ericsson further enhanced T-Mobile
USA's network with the deployment of HSPA+ 21 technology, and again in 2011
with HSPA+ 42 technology.
"This contract marks a significant milestone for Ericsson in North America and
further establishes our network leadership in the region," said Angel Ruiz, head
of Ericsson's North American operations. "We are excited that our commitment to
continued innovation in technology, services and design will further enhance T-
Mobile USA's network and extend our long-standing relationship with the
carrier."
Ericsson's AIR solution is designed to blend into the environment and closely
resemble a traditional antenna although it has built-in active radio units. The
benefits include simplified site acquisition and reduction of energy consumption
by up to 40-45 percent at typical load, compared to alternative site solutions
using standard base stations combined with passive antennas.
Ericsson has signed 46 LTE/EPC contracts in 23 countries on five continents. The
global LTE population coverage is 325 million, of which 215 million are covered
by Ericsson networks.
NOTES TO EDITORS
Media kit on LTE: www.ericsson.com/thecompany/press/mediakits/lte
Photos of Ericsson's Antenna Integrated Radio (AIR) solution:
www.ericsson.com/thecompany/press/photolibrary/network_products
Our multimedia content is available at the broadcast room:
www.ericsson.com/broadcast_room
Ericsson is the world's leading provider of communications technology and
services. We are enabling the Networked Society with efficient real-time
solutions that allow us all to study, work and live our lives more freely, in
sustainable societies around the world.
Our offering comprises services, software and infrastructure within Information
and Communications Technology for telecom operators and other industries. Today
more than 40 percent of the world's mobile traffic goes through Ericsson
networks and we support customers' networks servicing more than 2 billion
subscribers.
We operate in 180 countries and employ more than 100,000 people. Founded in
1876, Ericsson is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden. In 2011 the company had
revenues of SEK 226,9 billion (USD 35,0 billion). Ericsson is listed on NASDAQ
OMX, Stockholm and NASDAQ, New York stock exchanges.
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