As the main network supplier, Nokia will supply mobile core infrastructure, including both packet core and circuit-switched core network elements, as well as radio-access network equipment and professional services, which will cover both deployment and support services for Hutchison 3G’s new 3G network. Nokia will also provide its mPlatform mobile Internet middleware which will enable Hutchison 3G to offer a rich set of applications and services to its future customers.
After a very thorough process, I believe we have chosen the best network suppliers for Hutchison 3G. Nokia offers the necessary expertise, which will be so vital in the rollout of our network over the next three years. Nokia brings us the IP ability and network expertise vital to building a brand new network, said Colin Tucker, managing director of Hutchison 3G, in a complementary press release.
Nokia has also pledged to provide a ‘bridge-financing package’ for the introduction of the new network with an estimated value of close to £460 million.
