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Nokia Supplies Mobile Softswitch Solution to Hutchison 3G Austria

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Hutchison 3G Austria has partnered with Nokia to upgrade its mobile network with a cutting-edge softswitch solution. The implementation of Nokia's 3GPP Release 4 architecture will enable the operator to significantly reduce operational costs and provide its customers with advanced mobile multimedia services. With deliveries already underway, the system is expected to be fully operational by the end of the year. Nokia will provide comprehensive support through its NetAct solution, ensuring a smooth transition to an All-IP network in the future.

Key Takeaways:

  • Hutchison 3G Austria has selected Nokia to supply its mobile softswitch solution, aiming to optimize its mobile network.
  • The Nokia MSC Server System, based on 3GPP Release 4 architecture, will enable significant cost savings in the operation of its WCDMA 3G network.
  • The system will allow Hutchison 3G Austria to offer advanced mobile multimedia services to its customers, while providing a smooth migration path to All-IP in the future.
  • Nokia provides a range of services, including project management, installation, integration, commissioning, and care services.
  • The system continues to be supported by the multitechnology Nokia NetAct solution, ensuring seamless integration and support.
  • Nokia continues as the sole supplier for Hutchison 3G Austria's core network.
  • Nokia leads the 3GPP Release 4 mobile softswitch market with over 70 customers, including Hutchison 3G Austria.
  • The Nokia MSC Server System has been successfully deployed in over 20 commercial networks around the world.
  • Jan Trionow, chief technology officer, Hutchison 3G Austria, expressed confidence in Nokia's cost-efficient MSC Server System.
  • Jorg Erlemeier, general manager, Networks, Nokia, emphasized the market-leading position of the Nokia MSC Server System in the mobile softswitch industry.

Statistics:

  • 70+ customers worldwide use the Nokia MSC Server System, including over 20 in live commercial use.
  • 266,000 customers are currently served by Hutchison 3G Austria (as of August 25, 2005).
  • Nokia MSC Server System is a market-leading solution, offering cost and operational efficiency to network operators.
  • Deliveries of the Nokia MSC Server System to Hutchison 3G Austria have started, with the target of full operational readiness by the end of the year.

Sources:

  • "Hutchison 3G Austria and Nokia to deploy next-generation 3G mobile softswitch solution" (published date not specified)
  • About Hutchison 3G Austria
  • About Nokia
  • Nokia's website: http://www.nokia.com

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