WASHINGTON, June 7, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Movistar Argentina
has selected Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) to transform its Radio Access
Network (RAN) over a three-year period based on Ericsson Radio
System. In addition to expanded network coverage, the deal will
provide customers of Movistar Argentina with more rewarding mobile
broadband experiences.
The modernization gets underway this year, with a partial
network upgrade to be completed in 2021. The scope covers
improvements to radio access network capacity and coverage as well
as an OSS migration to Ericsson Network Manager.
In addition to improvements in mobile broadband coverage and
quality, the deal also enables Movistar Argentina to start its
journey towards 5G and IoT through the 5G-evolution capabilities of
Ericsson Radio System. Finally, this modernization initiative
supports the implementation of energy-efficient networks that will
reduce consumption and carbon emissions.
Federico Rava, Executive
President of Telefónica/Movistar Argentina, says: "We are
strengthening our strategic partnership with Ericsson by having
end-customer experience and satisfaction as the most important
common goals. We are focusing on expanding and enhancing our mobile
network for people in Argentina."
Arun Bansal, Senior Vice
President and Head of Market Area Europe and Latin America, Ericsson, says the
transformation deal is the biggest since Telefónica Argentina and Ericsson began working
together.
"The deal means we will almost double our market share with
Telefónica, which is a great vote of confidence and trust in our
ability to help them transform as they move towards 5G," he says.
"As part of this agreement, Ericsson will deploy its latest
generation radio network solutions, including full turnkey delivery
of products and services for Movistar's Radio Access Network, to
help Movistar Argentina deliver the best experiences and quality to
its customers."
All Ericsson Radio System portfolio products supplied to
Movistar Argentina will be able to run 5G New Radio (NR). This
capability will be achieved through a remote software
installation.
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