Nokia has signed a contract to supply a complete GSM 1800 network to Jilin Mobile Communications Co. (JMCC) in China. The agreement, valued at over USD 15 million was signed together with Nokia joint venture in China: Beijing Nokia Mobile Telecommunications Co., Ltd. (BNMT). It is the first major infrastructure supply contract for Nokia and JMCC.
Deliveries have already begun and the system will be put into use early in 2001 by JMCC. The company currently has 1 million subscribers. The new GSM 1800 network will bring enhanced coverage and additional capacity to the cities of Changchun, Yanji, Siping and Songyuan.
Nokia will deliver a complete GSM solution including mobile switching centers, base station controllers, and base stations. The Nokia Network Management System will be supplied as well as a full range of Professional Services covering Network Planning, Implementation and Removal Services and Training.
"We are very pleased to be selected by Jilin Mobile Communications Co. in its GSM 1800 network expansion." said Malcolm Arnold, Vice President, System Business, Nokia (China) Investment Co. Ltd, "This cooperation strengthens our deep relationship with JMCC about their network building and future evolution. As a leading supplier of GSM networks, including GSM 1800, Nokia offers strong support to its customers."
As one of the world's leading telecommunications companies, Nokia is committed to long-term partnerships in China. With many technology innovations Nokia has strengthened its market position as a leading supplier of mobile and fixed communications systems and equipment in China. At present, China is Nokia's second largest country in the world in terms of sales revenue, and Nokia's investment in China already exceeds USD 1 billion. Nokia has established eight joint ventures; one wholly owned manufacturing plant and a research & development center in China. Nokia currently employs approximately 5,000 people in China.
Nokia is the world leader in mobile communications. Backed by its experience, innovation, user-friendliness and secure solutions, the company has become the leading supplier of mobile phones and a leading supplier of mobile, fixed and IP networks. By adding mobility to the Internet Nokia creates new opportunities for companies and further enriches the daily lives of people. Nokia is one of the most broadly held companies in the world with listings on six major exchanges.
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