Nokia Selected as WCDMA 3G Supplier by Centertel

Europe : Polish operator PTK Centertel, has selected Nokia to supply its WCDMA 3G network in Warsaw and Northern Poland.

Centertel has also recently launched its EDGE network, which delivers high-speed data over its existing GSM network. Nokia has played an important role in the deployment of Centertel's EDGE system, including coverage in Warsaw.

Nokia has been Centertel's GSM supplier since 1997, providing a range of network solutions, including circuit-switched and packet-switched (GPRS) core networks for 2G and 3G, GSM/EDGE radio network solutions, operations support systems, various service platforms and middleware, and related project management, deployment and maintenance services.

"We are delighted that we have been selected as a WCDMA 3G supplier by Centertel, strengthening our leadership position in 3G," said Pertti Melamies, Vice President, Networks, Nokia. "Centertel's GSM/EDGE and 3G networks have been developed to deliver a level of 2G-3G integration that goes far beyond basic inter-system handovers."