TABY, Sweden, May 31, 2002 (PRIMEZONE) -- Allgon, a global supplier of radio-based infrastructure solutions, has been appointed 3G repeater supplier for a UMTS network in Hong Kong by an international mobile operator. The agreement is the first of its kind, including extensive use of repeaters at an early stage of a UMTS network deployment. The contract confirms Allgon's position as a leading supplier of infrastructure for third generation networks."The contract is very important to Allgon. It is a major agreement showing the benefit and the cost efficiency of repeaters used as an integrated part of the network extension", said Jeff Bork, CEO Allgon.
Allgon repeater-based technology is a very competitive and cost effective solution in demanding radio environments, typical of the Hong Kong area. The Hong Kong network must manage extremely dense populations in restricted areas, and also meet the challenges of geographical obstacles such as high buildings and mountanious terrains.
"The contract shows our potential on the huge Asian mobile market, confirming Allgon's position as a global supplier," continued Jeff Bork.
According to the agreement, which is valid for two years, Allgon will start supplying third generation network repeaters in June.
For further information, please contact: Jeff Bork CEO, Allgon Phone: +46 73 367 22 31 jeff.bork@allgon.se
Allgon's business concept is to develop, manufacture and market radio-based solutions and other products for wireless telephony and data communications. Allgon's product range consists of antenna systems for infrastructure in mobile telephone networks; filters, combiners and similar products for base stations; repeater networks; microwave equipment and mobile telephone antennas. Allgon's invoiced sales amounted to SEK 2,001 million in 2001. The number of employees at the end of 2001 amounted to 950. Allgon was founded in 1946.