Nokia supplies GSM build-out in China

Nordic Business Report, Nov 30, 2004

NORDIC BUSINESS REPORT-30 November 2004-Nokia supplies GSM build-out in China(C)1994-2004 M2 COMMUNICATIONS LTD http://www.m2.com

Finnish telecomms solutions provider Nokia said on Tuesday (30 November) that it had been selected by the Chinese mobile operator Henan Mobile Communications Corporation Ltd, part of China Mobile (HK) Limited, to provide phase 9 of its GSM network build out.

Under the agreement Nokia would provide GSM core and radio-access network equipment and services for operators.

In addition to care services, Nokia would provide an extensive range of radio and core GPRS optimization services, software maintenance service and consultative support, as well as implementation service.

The deal was valued at USD200m.

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