Telenor enhancing 3G network in Norway with HSDPA

Mobile operator Telenor is upgrading its existing WCDMA 3G network in Norway with High Speed Downlink Packet Access (HSDPA) technology from Nokia Siemens Networks. With HSDPA, data can be transmitted through the mobile network at speeds up to 14 megabits per second. The initial upgrade at Telenor is supporting up to 3.6 megabits per second.

The HSDPA solution will help Telenor significantly in reducing costs per megabit delivered over its 3G network, while providing true speed for mobile broadband and a solid technology base for future enhancements of HSDPA. The deal contains upgrade of the mobile network in Norway and is part of a pan-Nordic HSDPA contract, between Telenor Nordic and Nokia Siemens Networks, covering Norway, Sweden and Denmark.

“This HSDPA update enables us to use our already installed 3G network more effectively and can complete our offering with improvements in mobility and coverage and it will be a cost-efficient way to expand the network. Reduced power consumption also serves the environment in a favourable way”, says Trond Wiborg, CTO, Telenor Nordic.

The deliveries started during autumn and the service will be launched in November.