3G Launch for Norway

Yesterday, Telenor opened its Norwegian UMTS mobile network for commercial use. At the time of launch, the network covers 70 cities and densely populated areas in Norway.

"It is with a feeling of pride and excitement that we now embark upon a new era in Norwegian mobile history. Norwegians are among the world leaders in adopting advanced mobile services, and the potential of such services has now been made significantly greater. At the time of launch, the new network covers approximately half of Norway's population, and we are committed to continue our network rollout as planned," said CEO Jon Fredrik Baksaas of Telenor.

At the time of launch, Telenor's UMTS network covers more than two million people in 70 cities and densely populated areas. By March 2005, 132 cities and densely populated areas will be covered, and all areas with more than 200 people will have full coverage by 2007.

During an introductory phase, Telenor Mobil customers will be able to make video calls free of charge. During the campaign period, customers in the consumer market will not be charged more than US$0.82 per day for Mobile TV and other Internet access (packet switched)."

Posted to the site on 2nd December 2004