Nokia-Siemens wins mobile deal for Telefónica O2 Slovakia

The new Slovakian mobile network operator, Telefónica O2, has selected Nokia Siemens Networks as the sole supplier of the mobile network that Telefónica O2 launched earlier this year.

“As Telefónica O2 has just recently launched mobile services in Slovakia’s competitive and well-established market, we needed to be sure that our network is of the highest quality and that our system supplier can provide a fast and efficient network rollout,” said Martin Škop, Chief Network Officer, Telefónica O2.
Under the frame agreement, Nokia Siemens Networks has provided a complete GSM/GPRS/EDGE radio and core network, including the MSC Server Solution for mobile softswitching and value added service platforms. The equipment delivery is complemented by services to install and optimize a test network, and provide core network implementation, care, and competence development services. The network is supported by the multitechnology, multivendor Nokia NetAct network and service management system.

Telefónica O2 Slovakia is a member of the international group Telefónica S.A. which operates in 23 countries and whose customer base includes more than 200 mln clients worldwide. Telefónica currently ranks among the world’s most dynamic telecommunications companies with a strong position in Western Europe and Latin America. Telefónica O2 Slovakia entered the Slovak mobile operators’ market as a result of the decision of the selection committee of the Telecommunication Office of the Slovak Republic from August 2006. On February 2, 2007 it launched its services in the Slovak Republic.