Nokia Siemens Networks helps AinaCom launch mobile services

Nokia Siemens Networks has won a managed services contract to run Finnish AinaCom’s mobile core and service platforms, enabling the ICT and media group to launch new end-user services more rapidly and reliably with less risk. The service, which is scheduled to begin in June, includes 24-hour network monitoring.

Aina Group, a media group that is active in print, radio, cable TV and the telecommunication sector, has expanded its own mobile service portfolio. The new managed services agreement means that Nokia Siemens Networks will take care of operating and maintenance services of all platforms.

The contract includes remote monitoring and troubleshooting via the network operation center. AinaCom has its own mobile core network equipment and is buying radio network capacity from other Finnish mobile operators. This full mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) model gives freedom for AinaCom to set up its own mobile services.

The contract extends an existing service contract between AinaCom and Nokia Siemens Networks and will enable Aina Group to introduce the new service quicker and keep services up and running for their customers.