RFI Invests In 3G

Japan : Radio Frequency Investigation Ltd (RFI) has become a shareholder in RFI Japan as part of its commitment to the development of Bluetooth and 3G products and services in Asia.

For the past year, engineers from RFI have been supporting customers in Japan working with ORIX Rentec Corporation (ORC), providing laboratory support, training, project management and sales support for the roll out ORC's wireless conformance services including Bluetooth and SAR testing. More recently RFI secured an important validation contract with Anritsu for its 3G products.

RFI's managing director, Stephen Kirk is keen to build on existing relationships with Japanese customers such as ORIX Rentec Corporation and Anritsu. He commented, "The Japanese market is one of the largest for Bluetooth and 3G development. It is an exciting market and one that RFI considers very important. We are committed to supporting customers with our expertise in Bluetooth and SAR testing and training, and in the provision of 3G validation services. Our decision to invest is a demonstration of our long term commitment to the Asian market place".

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