Nokia is the first vendor in the world to bring full mobile IP packet data functionalities into TETRA networks

Nokia, a leading supplier of TETRA systems today has unveiled mobile IP packet data for digital professional mobile radio networks.

TETRA networks offer secure, digital mobile communication for public safety and security organizations, transportation and utility companies. Nokia is now the first vendor in the world to bring IP packet capability to these networks, which means compatible interfaces for access to IP based applications.

To help professional mobile radio users to take full advantage of the new technologies, Nokia is offering a range of end-to-end solutions that incorporate the latest TETRA technology, various data applications and related systems integration and support services. The solutions are built on robust application platforms that are ready for service by simply integrating them into existing systems and operational processes.

Nokia TETRA IP significantly enhances access to WAP services and more efficient WAP service development is possible with new TETRA IP functionalities.

"Nokia's TETRA system offers a future proof solution for the 21st century. By bringing mobile IP into TETRA networks, current and new customers throughout the world will be better positioned with Nokia to make the most of the benefits of digital TETRA systems," says Kari Suneli, Senior Vice President, Professional Mobile Radio, Nokia Networks. "Nokia's TETRA development continues to be strengthened and uses synergies with other Nokia solutions and innovations for the benefit of our customers."

Nokia is paving the way to the Mobile Information Society with its innovative products and solutions. The company is the leading mobile phone supplier and a leading supplier of mobile, fixed and IP networks, related services as well as multimedia terminals. In 1999, Nokia's net sales totaled EUR 19.8 billion (USD 19.9 billion). Headquartered in Finland, Nokia is listed on the New York (NOK), Helsinki, Stockholm, London, Frankfurt and Paris stock exchanges and employs more than 56 000 people.

Further information:

Communications Department,
Nokia Networks
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