Nortel Wins Polish 3G Contract

Poland's PTK Centertel has selected Nortel as a key supplier of 3G radio equipment to upgrade its wireless access network across Southern Poland. Based on a new supply agreement, Nortel will provide UMTS equipment and professional services to Centertel.

"Nortel is working closely with leading operators to make 3G a reality across the globe," said Peter MacKinnon, president, GSM/UMTS, Nortel. "Our technology is helping operators like Centertel enhance the customer experience by delivering sophisticated data-based services that will change the way consumers and businesses communicate in the coming years."

Nortel will continue to support Centertel with maintenance services, including technical support and repair services following the commercial launch.

Nortel previously supplied the GSM and GPRS wireless access network on which Centertel currently offers voice services in Southern Poland. Centertel has also launched EDGE data services based on Nortel technology in Krakow, Katowice and Wroclaw, and is currently expanding this coverage to new areas. Centertel's EDGE offering complements its UMTS strategy by extending high-speed coverage to a wider area across the region."

Posted to the site on 20th July 2005