DTAC prepares for data growth with Ericsson
(Thomson Reuters ONE) -
* DTAC signs its first contract with Ericsson to modernize its 2G network
* DTAC to meet Thailand's growing data-traffic demand and get ready for 3G and
LTE
* Users to enjoy improved smartphone performance, faster web browsing and
downloads
Thailand's second largest operator, DTAC, with 20 million subscribers, has
signed its first contract with Ericsson (NASDAQ:ERIC) to modernize its
nationwide 2G, GSM/EDGE network, and prepare for mobile-broadband services based
on WCDMA/HSPA and LTE/4G. The operator will meet the demands that come with the
country's 30 percent annual growth rate in data traffic and fast mobile take-up,
which is currently over 100 percent.
The network modernization will improve network capacity and enhance speeds so
that Thai users can enjoy improved smartphone performance, faster web browsing
and downloads, and better performance in busy areas.
Rolf Marthinusen, CTO of DTAC, says: "This modernization will provide a more
efficient and capable network that is well suited to today's demands, and
readies us for 3G and 4G/LTE. This gives us a strong roadmap for years to come,
so DTAC can continue to deliver leading services to Thai consumers and business
users. Through Ericsson's combination of technology and services expertise we
feel confident that this live upgrade of our network will be managed in a smooth
way."
In order to facilitate DTAC's technology migration, Ericsson will also support
in managing the network during the first year of operation. Ericsson will also
supply and integrate the Messaging in One platform, and provide network rollout
and manage services during the first year of rollout and operation.
Joacim Damgard, President of Ericsson Thailand says: "Data traffic is growing in
Thailand due to the increased use of smart phones and mobile broadband. To meet
this trend and the increased expectations on user experience, it's crucial to
have a cost-effective and future-proof network."
This live upgrade of DTAC's network is a large undertaking that makes Ericsson
responsible for supplying, designing and rolling out a nationwide GSM/EDGE
network. By deploying the latest core and radio-access technology from Ericsson,
DTAC will be ready to offer mobile-broadband services based on WCDMA/HSPA/LTE
technology. The contract includes Ericsson's RBS 6000 multi-standard radio base
stations, MSC Server Blade Cluster and User Data Management, as well as its
mobile packet core and circuit core solutions.
The modernized network will utilize the latest equipment, shown to be more than
40 percent more energy-efficient than previous generations.
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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 90,000 employees generated
revenue of SEK 203.3 billion (USD 28.2 billion) in 2010. Founded in 1876 with
the headquarters in Stockholm, Sweden, Ericsson is listed on NASDAQ OMX,
Stockholm and NASDAQ New York.
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