Nokia Siemens Networks extends coverage of operator’s GSM/EDGE radio and core network under three-year frame agreement
PLUS Communication sh.a, the latest telecom entrant in Albania, now offers high-quality voice and data services across the country, allowing users to retain their existing phone numbers when switching to its services. The operator has increased the geographical coverage of its 3G-ready GSM/EDGE radio and core nework supplied by Nokia Siemens Networks to more than 85% and implemented mobile number portability.
PLUS Communication launched its telecom operations in November 2010. The Authority of Electronic and Postal Communications, the Albanian telecommunications regulator, has validated the network coverage and the high quality of service (QoS).
“PLUS Communication is focused on developing the mobile broadband market in Albania and offering a superior experience to our subscribers. With Nokia Siemens Networks’ world-class equipment and speedy implementation, we have been able to provide uninterrupted, high-quality voice and data services to nearly all parts of the country. We are now looking forward to completing the network deployment and reaching out to the underserved areas of Albania,” said Moni Buchnik, chief executive officer, PLUS Communication.
“Drawing on our experience of rapid and cost-effective network deployments across the world, we were able to build PLUS Communication’s network in record time. In line with the operator’s endeavor to become the service provider of choice in Albania, we continue to ensure the quality of service remains high,” said João Picoito, head of South East Europe region, Nokia Siemens Networks.
Under the three-year frame agreement*, Nokia Siemens Networks is supplying complete 3G-ready GSM/EDGE radio access as well as packet and circuit switched core network, including its award-winning, energy-efficient Flexi Multiradio Base Station. It is also providing a full range of services including network design, implementation, maintenance and care, as well as its NetAct network management system to monitor, manage and optimize the operator’s network.
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