Nokia's mobile softswitching and VoIP server solution enables cost-savings and fixed-mobile convergence

Espoo, Finland - Nokia and Philippine fixed network operator, Eastern Telecom, have signed a contract for the deployment of a Next Generation Network (NGN) core as part of their network modernization initiative. Nokia will renew Eastern Telecom's fixed network with a VoIP-capable NGN and fixed/broadband access system. The contract includes the Nokia MSC Server System (MSS), the industry leading mobile softswitch, along with the Nokia VoIP Server, enabling personalized voice telephony. Nokia's convergent solution enables significant cost-savings for fixed and mobile and provides the capability to deliver new service offerings. The deal marks a new customer for Nokia.

Under the agreement, Nokia will supply Eastern Telecom with both ADSL2+ and PSTN lines using the D500 access node as well as Broadband Wireless Access (BWA) capabilities using the Nokia High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) technology. In addition to the Nokia MSS and the Nokia VoIP Server, Nokia will supply other solutions from its Unified Core Network offering, including the Nokia Flexi Intelligent Service Node (ISN) that will enable Eastern Telecom to offer and manage a wide range of advanced IP-based multimedia services in a cost-efficient way and inline with end-users' expectations. The Nokia D500, a powerful multi-service access platform, will provide the necessary key features to enable the optimal delivery of high speed Internet access over the existing copper lines. Nokia will also provide telecoms implementation, commissioning and integration services. The deliveries have already started.

"Our cooperation with Nokia helps us renew our operations and enhance our capability to provide new services for our growing customer base," says Eric Recto, President and CEO, Eastern Telecom. "Nokia's mobile softswitch and VoIP Server will make it possible for us to offer new, innovative services to our customers in the most cost-efficient manner while enabling true service convergence."

"We are delighted to participate in Eastern Telecom's network modernization program and provide a platform from which they can expand their service offering in the Philippines," says Mark Roberts, Business Development Director, Networks, Nokia. "Our solutions will enable Eastern Telecom to manage the increasing customer demands yet reducing operational expenditure. The Nokia solution acts as a catalyst for the launch of Eastern Telecom's expanded voice and data capabilities to the market."

Nokia is creating seamless user experiences in converging networks thanks to mobile softswitching and IMS for fixed and mobile. With over 120 customers for its mobile softswitching and over 50 live networks, Nokia is clearly the most experienced mobile softswitching supplier worldwide. Nokia is also the front-runner in IMS for fixed and mobile networks, with over 130 references.

About Eastern Telecom
Eastern Telecom, a pioneer in the telecommunications industry, is a full-service provider of world-class communications services - from data, leased circuits, international and local voice services and the latest in broadband technology. The company is one of the leading players in the field, backed by solid international and local business partnerships that provide customers with premium services.

Eastern Telecom serves nearly all sectors of business and provides communications solutions for all types of clients, from large multinationals to SMEs to residential customers.

This year, Eastern Telecom has started to build a business based upon delivering core applications and exciting content, and high-speed broadband. The new services are designed around the convergence that is bringing together networks and services, wireless and fixed communication, media and communications. Eastern Telecom has started investing in the latest switching and access technologies which will deliver new services to complement its expanded coverage. // www.nokia.com


Publication date: 04 December 2006   

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