HSDPA Launched in Kuwait

Kuwait's Wataniya Telecom yesterday opened its High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) network, making it the first operator in the Middle East and Africa region to offer mobile services beyond 3G. The solution, provided by Nokia, covers Kuwait and enables Wataniya to offer a wide range of services, among which are audio and visual services, matching customers' expectations. This follows a supply agreement signed in May 2005.

"Wataniya is proud to be a pioneer in introducing HSDPA in the Middle East and Africa region. Today, adopting Nokia's advanced solution complements Wataniya's strategy to develop the best in broadband services. We continue to offer seamless network access and multimedia content for our customers," said Harri Koponen, General Manager & CEO, Wataniya Telecom.

In May 2005, Nokia won a supply agreement from Wataniya that included the delivery of the Nokia HSDPA solution, supported by Nokia NetAct network service and management system, and extensive delivery, integration and care services."

Posted to the site on 9th February 2006