Nokia has chosen service subcontractors for the landmark network-sharing deal with 3G Infrastructure Services AB

Nokia has chosen Selek Telecom AB, Swedia Networks AB, Neterna AB and Flextronics Network Services to participate in the Nokia 3G implementation in Sweden in the landmark network sharing deal with 3G Infrastructure Services AB announced on October 25, 2001.

These companies will work with Nokia for the implementation of the shared 3G network. Their activities will cover installation, commissioning and integration, first line maintenance and training. Nokia has synchronized its total system delivery for 3G networks, resulting in efficient 3G network deliveries and faster network rollout capability. Initially, Nokia will provide a complete set of services for operation of the 3GIS network.

"By combining our strengths with those of our subcontractors, we will enable efficient implementation of new 3G networks and hence faster time to market. This cooperation provides significant competences, experience and resources for flexible and cost-efficient implementation of 3G networks," says Anthony Crane, Vice President, Delivery and Maintenance Services, Nokia Networks.

"Since 3G success is about speed, we feel that Nokia's resources, project management skills, processes and cooperation partners are ready for 3G volume installations. Nokia has already built the capabilities for rolling out 3G and GSM networks, with support ranging from pure consulting to turnkey project implementations, building on the extensive implementation expertise gained in close to 200 networks in over 50 countries, including more than 20 turnkey deliveries," he adds.

Nokia and 3G Infrastructure Services AB, a Swedish joint venture for 3G network-sharing, announced an agreement in October 2001 for the supply of Nokia 3G network infrastructure, including the exclusive supply of the UMTS core network. In addition, Nokia is supplying its radio-access network solution and providing technical network operation services.

Nokia provides a full range of support services and solutions to help mobile operators differentiate in today's fast-changing business environment. This support includes the entire process of planning, building and operating a network, optimizing network performance and creating and integrating solutions that enable new multimedia services.

Along with its global cooperation partner network, Nokia's comprehensive service support combines its experienced and committed staff and consultants worldwide and Nokia Online Services, which provides round-the-clock support via the Internet.

Nokia's 3G infrastructure is based on open standards, platforms and interfaces for a smooth evolution to commercial 3G services. It includes integrated end-to-end solutions, including charging, security, network management and service control applications. Nokia already offers a full range of support services and solutions to help network providers differentiate in today's fast-changing business environment and rapidly build out 3G networks.

About Nokia
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 broadband 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 a broadly held company with listings on six major exchanges.

About Flextronics Network Services
Headquartered in Stockholm, Flextronics Network Services is a global business unit of Flextronics, offering design, implementation and operations of fixed and mobile communication networks. Flextronics Network Services' customer base is comprised of original equipment manufacturers and communications operators, becoming world leaders in 3G rollout. For more information, please visit the Flextronics Web site at www.flextronics.com.

About Neterna
Neterna AB is Sweden's largest supplier of support services for telecommunication networks. Through its comprehensive portfolio of services for design, installation, operation, maintenance and supervision, Neterna offers network owners, operators and suppliers security in their telecommunication solutions for both voice and data. The company, which employs 2,200 people in 255 locations in Sweden and large urban centres in northern Europe, with offices in Dublin, Olso and Copenhagen, has an annual turnover of about 2,1 billion Swedish kronor and is certified in accordance with ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001. Neterna AB is part of the Flextronics group. For more information, please visit the Neterna Web site at www.neterna.se

About Selek Telecom
Selek Telecom provides total solutions to leading international suppliers and operators of mobile telecommunications systems. Services include network design, installation, commissioning, integration of base stations and project management.
Selek Telecom is a company within the Selek Group, which has 110 employees and operations in the Nordic countries, Europe and Africa. For further information about Selek, please visit www.selek.se

About Swedia Networks
Swedia Networks AB is one of Europe´s largest active telecom contractors in the fields of design, construction and service of infrastructure for data- and telecommunication. Swedia Networks has 3000 employees in a nationwide organisation in Sweden and some hundred employees in the rest of Europe. The turnover in 2001 was 5 billion Swedish kronor. Swedia Networks has subsidiaries in France (Francia Networks S..A.), the UK (Swedia Networks UK. Ltd.), Spain (Swedia Networks Iberica S..A.), Denmark (Swedia Networks Danmark A/S) and Germany (Swedia Networks Deutschland GmbH), branches in Norway and Ireland and a representation office in Czech Republic and Malaysia.
Swedia Networks is part of the Telefos Group, main owner is Industri Kapital, the 2000 fund. For further information please visit Swedia Networks on the Internet, www.swedianet.com

Further information:

Communications Department, Nokia Networks
Tel. + 358 7180 38195
E-mail: nokia.networks@nokia.com
www.nokia.com

Lotta Lindgren
Flextronics Network Services
Tel: +46 455 33 86 32
GSM: +46 709 651 204
E-mail: lotta.lindgren@se.flextronics.com

Thomas Bergendorf
Neterna AB
Tel: +46 8 455 21 28
E-mail: thomas.b.bergendorf@neterna.se

Borje Larsson
Selek Telecom AB
Office Phone +46 226 62528
Mobile +46 70 2323000
E-mail bln.larsson@selek.se

Christine Kullgren
Swedia Corporate Communications
Phone: + 46 8 585 379 46
Mobile: + 46 70-696 42 12
E-mail: christine.kullgren@swedianet.co