Indosat gears up for 4G and launches Asia's fastest network
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· Increases speed for consumers, enables true "instant access"
· 3-year frame Agreement to modernize mobile network and prepare it for
4G
· Greener network with alternative power sources and features that
reduce energy consumption by up to 50 percent
As part of a multi year project aimed to enhance Indonesians' mobile experience,
Indosat has commissioned Ericsson (NASDAQ:ERIC) to modernize its network and, at
the same time, launched Asia's fastest mobile network, based on Ericsson's HSPA
Evolution technology, capable of reaching up to 42Mbps. Indosat is currently
serving 39.1 million subscribers in Indonesia.
The modernization will not only prepare the network to migrate to next
generation LTE technology, but it will also gear it up with features that reduce
energy consumption and footprint, making the network more environment friendly
while reducing operating costs. The sustainable character of this network will
be boosted by a number of "green sites" powered by alternative energy sources.
Harry Sasongko Tirtotjondro, Indosat's President Director, says: We proudly
launch the fastest internet access DC-HSPA+ 42 Mbps, in which Indosat is the
first operator in Asia and the second in the world. Besides providing the
fastest download data up to 42 Mbps, through the network modernization, Indosat
is also supporting the telecommunication industry in creating 'green telco' that
will reduce the power consumption and create a friendly environment. It will
also be beneficial as it creates efficiency for the company."
Johan Wibergh, head of Ericsson's networks unit, says: "With mobile data traffic
doubling every year, network modernization has become key for operators to
continue offering the best experience to their customers while reducing total
cost of ownership and taking care of their own environmental impact".
As part of the agreement Ericsson will provide Indosat with latest technology
available: Radio Base Station (RBS) 6000, MSS Blade Cluster, and MINI-LINK TN.
Network design, deployment, training and support services are also part of the
agreement. The modernization will provide Indosat with the flexibility to
evolve to next generation technology, known as LTE (Long Term Evolution).
Notes to editors:
Photo of Johan Wibergh
www.ericsson.com/ericsson/press/photos/johan_wibergh.shtml
Photo of products: RBS6000 and Evolved Packet Core
www.ericsson.com/ericsson/press/photos/network_products.shtml
Ericsson LTE achievement list
www.ericsson.com/ericsson/press/facts_figures/lte_achievement.shtml
About Indosat
www.indosat.com/About_Indosat
Ericsson is the world's leading provider of technology and services to telecom
operators. Ericsson is the leader in 2G, 3G and 4G mobile technologies, and
provides support for networks with over 2 billion subscribers and has the
leading position in managed services. The company's portfolio comprises mobile
and fixed network infrastructure, telecom services, software, broadband and
multimedia solutions for operators, enterprises and the media industry. The Sony
Ericsson and ST-Ericsson joint ventures provide consumers with feature-rich
personal mobile devices.
Ericsson is advancing its vision of being the "prime driver in an
all-communicating world" through innovation, technology, and sustainable
business solutions. Working in 175 countries, more than 80,000 employees
generated revenue of SEK 206.5 billion (USD 27.1 billion) in 2009. Founded in
1876 with the headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden, Ericsson is listed on OMX
NASDAQ, Stockholm and NASDAQ New York
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About Indosat
Indosat is a leading telecommunication and information service provider in
Indonesia that provides cellular services (Mentari, Matrix and IM3), fixed
telecommunication services or fixed voice (IDD 001, IDD 008 and FlatCall 01016,
fixed wireless service StarOne and I-Phone). Indosat also provides Multimedia,
Internet & Data Communication Services (MIDI) through its subsidiary company,
Indosat Mega Media (IM2) and Lintasarta. Indosat also provides 3.5 G with HSDPA
technology. Indosat's shares are listed in the Indonesia Stock Exchange
(IDX:ISAT) and its American Depository Shares are listed in the New York Stock
Exchange (NYSE:IIT).
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