Kenyan Operator Plans Network Expansion to 80% Coverage

Alcatel-Lucent has won a GSM/EDGE contract for network expansion from Celtel Kenya. This multi-million Euro contract is the result of a complete network evolution program designed by Celtel Kenya to further improve its network quality and extend national radio coverage in the country.

Once the project is completed, Celtel will be able to offer mobile services to more than 80% of the population through a network that will cover the majority of the Kenyan territory.

Under the agreement, Alcatel-Lucent will supply its field ATCA-based Base Station Controllers (BSC) Evolution. Additionally, Alcatel-Lucent will supply its Twin TRX radio transceiver, which is compatible with equipment already deployed in Celtel's network. Alcatel-Lucent also will provide network maintenance services."

Posted to the site on 19th June 2007