Nokia and Radiolinja Origo, the network operator of Radiolinja, have signed a multi-year agreement for the supply of equipment to Radiolinja’s second and third generation mobile networks. This contract is based on the cooperation agreement signed in spring 2001.
Under the agreement, Nokia will supply GSM and 3G network equipment to Radiolinja. In addition, the agreement includes services such as project management and implementation, as well as integration and maintenance services in the live network environment.
”We are very pleased to continue our extensive cooperation with Radiolinja,” says Timo Kotilainen, Vice President, Nokia Networks. “Our cooperation started in 1991, when we supplied the world’s first GSM network to Radiolinja. Radiolinja is known as a pioneer operator and this agreement further strengthens Nokia’s position as its main supplier of second and third generation mobile networks.”
”We have co-operated with Nokia already for over ten years,” says Ari Asikainen, Managing Director, Radiolinja Origo. “Based on this experience we look forward to further expanding our network toward the 3G era with Nokia. We want to ensure seamless interworking of GSM and 3G networks as we develop our network to provide next-generation mobile services.”
Radiolinja is a mobile operator concentrating on offering digital mobile communication services for private and corporate customers. Radiolinja produces and actively develops a range of mobile services to allow Finnish people to communicate regardless of time and place. In 2001, the Group’s revenue totalled EUR 686 million, and it employed more than 1,800 people. Radiolinja is a part of the Elisa Group. Oy Radiolinja Ab, established in 1988, was the first in the world to open its GSM network in 1991. Currently, Radiolinja’s customers can use their mobile phones in 106 countries and in 222 mobile operators’ networks.
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, 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.
Further information:
Nokia Networks,
Communications
Tel. +358 7180 38195
E-mail: nokia.networks@nokia.com
www.nokia.com
Ari Asikainen, Managing Director, Radiolinja Origo Oy
Tel +358 50 66956
E-mail: ari.asikainen@radiolinja.fi