Press Release Summary: Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. (“Huawei”), a leader in
providing next generation telecommunications
network solutions for operators around
the world, announced that Warid Group (“Warid”), the fast-growing mobile service
provider in South Asia and Africa, has selected Huawei to deploy an advanced IMS (IP
Multimedia Subsystem) system in Uganda. Huawei will construct the IMS core network
and integrate it with the WiMAX access network, helping Warid to offer VoIP and
IP-based multimedia services.
Press Release Body:
Huawei Selected by Warid to Deploy IMS in Uganda
[Bangalore–10 September 2007] Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. (“Huawei”), a leader in
providing next generation telecommunications
network solutions for operators around
the world, announced that Warid Group (“Warid”), the fast-growing mobile service
provider in South Asia and Africa, has selected Huawei to deploy an advanced IMS (IP
Multimedia Subsystem) system in Uganda. Huawei will construct the IMS core network
and integrate it with the WiMAX access network, helping Warid to offer VoIP and
IP-based multimedia services.
Under the agreement, Huawei will also provide GSM
network components, wireless base
stations, a VAS (Value-Added Service) platform, long-distance/international gateway
offices and the IP bearer network to help Warid build a future-oriented all-IP
network.
Warid is one of the first service providers in the world to offer IMS over WiMAX. By
providing wireless access to data and voice services, Warid will be able to quickly
provide customers with the advanced services they demand. A wide range of services
will be provided to both business users and consumers, including voice, IP Centrex,
multimedia communications, prepaid and other value-added services. By leveraging
Huawei’s innovative technologies, Warid will also be able to deploy advanced
Fixed-Mobile-Convergence (“FMC”) services to attract more subscribers, and improve
its competitive edge without having to make additional investments.
Since the contract was signed, progress on the project has been excellent, with the
Core/IMS equipment installation nearing completion. The first IP call was made over
the IMS network on 3 September 2007.
“Huawei as the mainstream equipment supplier, provides us with innovative industry
core solutions, which we believe will keep us always one step ahead of the
competition in terms of both technologies and networks.” said Mr. Bashir Tahir, CEO
of Warid.
“Sophisticated services providers like Warid are seizing opportunities to bring the
benefits of FMC to new markets.” Commented Ding Yun, vice president of Huawei.
“Huawei is excited to be part of this effort. Our IMS products are successfully
deployed in both large and small networks and are rapidly proving the value of this
architecture. Our total commitment to customer partnership means that Warid is
assured of having a network for the future.”
About Warid Telecom
Warid Telecom is owned by the Abu Dhabi Group led by His Highness Sheikh Nahayan
Mabarak Al Nahayan. The group is one of the largest in the Middle East and has
diversified business interests ranging from oil and gas exploration, hospitality
services, telecommunications, banking and financial services, automobile industries
and property development. The group has a large presence in the Pakistani market and
owns Bank Alfalah Ltd., the 5th largest and one of the country\'s premier consumer
banks, as well as a substantial stake in United Bank Limited, the 3rd largest bank
with substantial presence abroad and the telecommunication operator “Wateen”. Warid
Telecom has now a very large and growing presence in Bangladesh.
About Huawei Technologies
Huawei Technologies is a leader in providing next generation telecommunications
network solutions for operators around the world. The company is dedicated to
providing innovative and customized products, services and solutions to create
long-term value and potential growth for its customers. Huawei’s products and
solutions are deployed in over 100 countries and serve 31 of the world’s top 50
operators, as well as over one billion users worldwide.
For more information, please visit www.huawei.com.
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