Nokia chosen by ShanDong Telecom to expand broadband DSL network in major cities of ShanDong Province, China

ShanDong Telecom, China has chosen Nokia to expand its existing broadband DSL network to further increase fast internet access coverage in the two biggest cities in ShanDong province. This deal covers network expansions in JiNan, the capital city of ShanDong province and QinDao, the second biggest city in ShanDong and a high-developed industrial zone.

Deliveries have already begun with Nokia supplying its Broadband IP Access solution including D50e, modems and a full range of related services.

"We chose Nokia not only for their ability to deliver an excellent technical solution but for their insight and knowledge regarding marketing broadband DSL services to the consumer, our customers," says Mr. Liu DeSeng, Chief Director of ShanDong Telecom Planning & Construction Bureau.

"This is an important expansion deal for Nokia as it not only underlines Nokia ability to deliver robust broadband infrastructure in a demanding environment, but in this case Nokia undertook a series of joint marketing activities with the customer to help push awareness and understanding of the merits of broadband DSL in the province," says Andrew Page, Director, Broadband Systems, Nokia Networks China.

The Nokia Broadband IP Access solution includes the D50e, a flexible, two-stage ATM-transmission based DSLAM (Digital Subscriber Line Access Multiplexer) platform, which
allows operators to offer a complete range of DSL technologies, including ADSL and g.SHDSL from a single system. Working with Nokia's other IP (Internet Protocol) products, the Nokia D50e helps operators to establish an optimum DSL broadband access system, taking the Broadband industry from fast internet access to interactive media and streaming video services.

Nokia is committed to a long-term development and preferred partnership in China. With innovative technology, Nokia has continuously strengthened its market position as a leading supplier of mobile and broadband network systems and mobile phones in China. China is Nokia's second largest market in the world. Nokia's investment in China has surpassed USD 1.7 billion. Nokia has established over twenty representative offices, eight joint ventures and one R&D center, with over 5,500 employees 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 a broadly held company with listings on six major exchanges.

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