Tilgin wins first volume order on FTTH from NetDigital for Connexion Technologies for the US market Stockholm, Sweden, April 23, 2010: Tilgin, a leading provider of solutions for multiplay and next-generation broadband access, has won a first volume order through its distributor NetDigital for home gateway solutions from Connexion Technologies in the US for fiber and Ethernet access roll-out. In June 2009, Tilgin announced the initial breakthrough order from Connexion Technologies. Tilgin won this new first volume order in collaboration with NetDigital, Tilgin's partner and reseller in North America. The order value from NetDigital is approximately 1 MSEK. Connexion Technologies, a U.S. installer and manager of telecommunications networks, will now launch networks based on Tilgin's home gateway products for fiber and Ethernet access and the softwares HGA570 and VCM. This new order is intended for five of Connexion's different student housing projects with installation planned to start this summer. “We are very glad to be a part of Connexion's growth and expansion on the US Fiber to the Home market. Their trust proves the capability and flexibility of our softwares and solutions to meet the most advanced market requirements,” says Mats Victorin, CEO of Tilgin. “This order confirms Tilgin's leading position in next generation access solutions and I value Connexion's choice of making our ACS solution, VCM their main device management solution.” Connexion Technologies is not a service provider, rather it selects and manages a portfolio of providers that offer entertainment and communication applications, including enhanced television, telephone, Internet, and other services over Connexion's provider-neutral networks. In November 2009, Connexion was ranked as its region's 29th fastest growing company and in October 2009, Connexion Technologies was named by Inc. Magazine as one of the Top 100 fastest growing private companies in the US. “Tilgin has done a great work in getting us onboard and shown proof of good effort and responsiveness to our complex requirements. We need a robust and flexible solution that matches our business model including several kinds of end-subscribers, housing types and access methods”, says Geoff Fair, Executive Vice President of Engineering for Connexion Technologies. “We strongly believe that open fiber-optic networks adds value - namely differentiation through technology. It is therefore essential for us to partner with solutions at the forefront, like Tilgin.” “With Tilgin and its next generation access solutions Connexion and other operators can stay attractive and relevant for years to come for both their current subscriber base and new ones,” says Basem Toma, Vice President at NetDigital. ― End ― “Tilgin makes this information public in accordance with the Swedish Securities Exchange Act and/or in accordance with the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority.” For further information, please contact: * Mats Victorin, CEO Tilgin AB, tel: +46 8 572 386 02, mats.victorin@tilgin.com * Bradford S. Cocke, President NetDigital, Inc., tel: +1 205 980 8397, bradc@netdigitalonline.com * Susan Knowles, Media Relations Coordinator Connexion Technologies, tel: +1 919 535 7342, susan.knowles@cnxntech.com Notes to Editors : Tilgin develops high performance solutions for next generation access networks, supporting superior quality delivery of high-speed Internet, telephony, and television services. The solution also includes auto-provisioning using the standard TR-069 with rich possibilities for operators to remotely manage all home gateways and other connected home devices. Tilgin has been collaborating with NetDigital since February 2007. NetDigital is one of the largest North American resellers of Voice over IP (VoIP) equipment offering the Tilgin IP solutions as well as the Tilgin's VCM, an ACS solution based on open standards (TR-069) for CPE central management, to operators in North America. The reseller has a strong IOC customer base and nationwide US presence. A press & media kit is also available on Tilgin's website : www.tilgin.com/presskit About Tilgin Tilgin develops and delivers systems and software for the digitally connected home. Using Tilgin's home gateways, gateway-based software and remote management solutions for provisioning, broadband operators can offer next generation broadband services. Tilgin's solutions are operator-managed, software intensive and focused on next generation access. They enable operators to create new revenue streams, strengthen their brand and increase subscribers' quality of service. For the end-user the value lies in new broadband services and the possibility to integrate all electronic devices in the home. With more than 30 customers in over ten countries Tilgin has a strong client base with a broad international reach. Tilgin was founded in 1997 and is listed at NASDAQ OMX Nordic Exchange i Stockholm. Tilgin is headquartered in Kista, Sweden, and the company has a network of international sales channels. For more information, please visit www.tilgin.com About NetDigital NetDigital is a technology company providing a wide variety of internetworking products from industry leaders. The company specializes in the service provider arena, concentrating on: rural Independent Telephone Companies, Competitive Local Exchange Carriers, and Internet Service Providers. NetDigital's team is customer driven and is constantly striving to be their industry leader. They have experts with in-depth and specific knowledge of all their represented manufacturers. This allows them to focus on customer satisfaction from design to purchase to technical support. At NetDigital, they represent industry leaders and innovators. They design networks, recommend solutions, and sell equipment from manufacturers such as Actiontec, Entrisphere, Lucent, MetaSwitch, Navini, Nuera, Paradyne, Taqua, Tilgin, Verilink, and Zhone to name a few. www.netdigitalonline.com About Connexion Technologies Connexion Technologies customizes and manages state of the art communications networks in single-family, multi-family, high-rise, resort and hospitality properties nationwide. Its award-winning networks optimize the communication experience and value of properties for residents and property owners, creating A Better Connection. SM Connexion Technologies is not a service provider, rather it selects and manages a portfolio of providers that offer entertainment and communication applications, including the best in enhanced television, telephone, Internet, and other services over Connexion's provider-neutral networks. The company is based in Cary, North Carolina. It was established in 2002 and serves properties in most major markets. Visit www.connexiontechnologies.net
Tilgin wins first volume order on FTTH from NetDigital for Connexion Technologies for the US market
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