Finnish alternative operator DNA has awarded Swedish equipment supplier Ericsson a 3-year contract to upgrade its 3G network and roll out commercial 4G services this year.
According to a joint statement, the deal extends an existing partnership, and will…
Finnish alternative operator DNA has awarded Swedish equipment supplier Ericsson a 3-year contract to upgrade its 3G network and roll out commercial 4G services this year.
According to a joint statement, the deal extends an existing partnership, and will include all the technology needed to deploy competitive 3G/HSPA Evolution and high-end 4G LTE.
“By continuing our strategic partnership with Ericsson, DNA will be able to further improve the mobile broadband end-user experience and quality of service,” said DNA VP of Technology Tommy Olenius.
He said: “The flexible new technology also allows remarkable growth in data-traffic volumes, caused by the great success of DNA’s mobile broadband products. Modernising the network with Ericsson’s multi-standard radio solution also provides lower network energy consumption, therefore decreasing both the carbon footprint as well as the operational costs of DNA’s mobile operations.”
