DOW JONES NEWSWIRES
Network equipment vendor Nokia Siemens Networks (SI, NOK) said
Monday it has been selected by Maltese operator GO PLC (GO.VT) to
provide the new radio and all-IP mobile backhaul network and
related services.
MAIN FACTS:
-GO is revamping its existing GSM and 3G networks through the
replacement of the current infrastructure and doubling the number
of base stations to provide high quality network and reliable voice
and mobile data connections both indoors and outdoors.
-Under the network modernization contract, Nokia Siemens
Networks will replace GO's existing radio network with its
energy-efficient, compact Flexi Multiradio Base Stations.
-In addition, the company will add new sites to expand coverage
and improve network performance.
-The operator will deploy Nokia Siemens Networks' NetAct network
management system to monitor, optimize and configure its
network.
-By Dominic Chopping; Dow Jones Newswires; +46-8-5451-3093;
dominic.chopping@dowjones.com