NEC Corp. announced that NEC Europe Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary, has signed a multi-million, multi-year global framework contract giving Tele2 Sverige AB the possibility to expand and upgrade Tele2s mobile access network in ten countries across Europe.
Starting in Russia, NEC will provide its innovative iPASOLINK series of microwave radio solutions and the company will also provide a range of professional services, such as training and maintenance support services.
The high capacity of iPASOLINK makes it a strong fit for future backhaul demands. It allows operators to roll out LTE service cost-effectively while maximizing network performance and Quality of Service (QoS). Over the years, customer experience has proven iPASOLINK to be a leading microwave platform for Carrier Ethernet, a key enabler of a new generation of mobile transport networks.
“We see more and more mobile operators renewing their mobile backhaul to stay ahead of the continued increase in mobile traffic globally,” said Fredrik Tumegård, VP, NEC Europe. “NEC’s global leadership in microwave transport technology, manifested in its iPASOLINK series, allows Tele2 to provide the best possible network coverage to their customers in Europe and Russia.”