Centennial Migrating to GSM850

Centennial Communications Corp.'s US Wireless Operation has selected Ericsson as its sole supplier for upgrading its digital wireless network with EDGE-ready 850 MHz GSM/GPRS radio access and core network equipment. Deployment under the five-year contract will begin immediately.

By upgrading its TDMA networks in the 850 MHz band, Centennial Communications' US Wireless Operation will be able to offer its customers advanced wireless services that are compatible with its two largest roaming partners, AT&T Wireless and Cingular Wireless. The upgrade also gives Centennial Wireless a roadmap for providing advanced mobile voice and data services in the future.

"Ericsson looks forward to helping Centennial Communications' US Wireless Operations bring seamless GSM/GPRS coverage to the cities and rural areas throughout its footprint," said Angel Ruiz, President and Chief Executive Officer, Ericsson Inc. "Besides quality voice coverage, this upgrade shows our progress in making wireless data services available to users who live beyond major metropolitan areas."

"After an exhaustive review process, we are pleased to partner with Ericsson in this exciting network upgrade." said Phillip H. Mayberry, President of Centennial's US Wireless Operations. "We will soon be able to offer our US Wireless customers a full array of wireless data services as well as the form factor and functionality of GSM phones."

Posted to the site on 10th July 2003