Nokia Wins Chinese GSM Contract

Nokia says that it has signed a GSM expansion contract with Jiangxi Mobile Communications (Jiangxi MCC). Nokia will provide GSM network equipment and solutions for Nokia's 10th GSM expansion for Jiangxi MCC. In addition, Nokia extended its cooperation with Jiangxi MCC by signing a contract to build GSM coverage for the rural areas.

Under the two contracts, Nokia will supply Jiangxi MCC with Nokia GSM radio and core networks, including Nokia UltraSite base stations and Nokia MSS (MSC Server System) mobile softswitch. The Nokia NetAct network and service management system will support the network, and Nokia will provide network planning, implementation and integration services.

Deliveries will start immediately and the network will be operational in October 2006.

Nokia has been a major supplier of Jiangxi MCC's radio and core networks since the launch of Jiangxi's GSM network in 1995. Jiangxi MCC launched the SMS-based eRefill service to its entry level subscribers in the province using the Nokia Connect eRefill solution in 2005."

Posted to the site on 11th September 2006