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Nokia's high-speed wireless Internet access introduced at Vancouver International Airport
February 29, 2000
Nokia teams with ISP provider Zoolink to provide wireless high-speed Internet access throughout the Vancouver International Airport
Nokia today announced the availability of its high-speed wireless networking solution throughout the Vancouver International Airport (YVR), providing business executives with untethered access to the Internet, corporate networks, and other resources while they're traveling. In conjunction with the YVR deployment, Nokia has also enabled selected areas within the Vancouver Fairmont Airport Hotel providing users with the same high-speed wireless Internet access service.
The Vancouver International Airport is the second Canadian airport to enable its business travelers to wirelessly access the Internet. Last December, Nokia offered its wireless networking solution to travelers in Ottawa's international airport. This ultimate mobility solution is now available to business executives requiring a cross-Canada connection while traveling through either International business gateway.
"Business passengers will have one less connection to make in Vancouver with this new wireless Internet access," said Larry Berg, president and CEO Vancouver International Airport Authority. "Vancouver International Airport is rated #1 among business passengers - and being able to offer Nokia's leading-edge technology will be a valuable addition to what we already offer our customers."
"By giving mobile professionals access to this groundbreaking technology, Nokia further demonstrates the vision of the Mobile Information Society", said Ahmed Al-Hayderi, vice president Business Development, Nokia Internet Communications.
For mobile business executives this solution means no longer having to find a phone equipped for computer access or other wired Internet access points within airports. Once travelers sign up for service and install the Nokia Wireless Local Area Networking (WLAN) card, and necessary mobility management software, they can access the Internet, their corporate server or other resources, from anywhere within the airport including departure lounges and arrival areas.
Nokia is providing the hardware, engineering and mobility management, and Zoolink Communications Ltd., a Vancouver-based (ISP), will supply the Internet access, as well as technical staff, operational management support and maintenance. Nokia WLAN cards will be available for purchase at $299.95 CDN or for rent on location from any one of the 10 kiosks throughout the airport.
This service, which is based on IEEE 802.11 wireless local area networking technology provides Internet access at broadband speeds of more than 50 times faster than normal dial-up connections.
Kiosks providing information about Nokia's wireless networking solution, including wireless LAN cards and Zoolink services, are available throughout YVR. Information on Nokia products and solutions may also be found on the company's Web site at www.nokia.com.
Zoolink Communications Ltd.
Zoolink is a Vancouver based Internet Development Company that brings Internet solutions to your home and business. Zoolink are committed to helping clients implement breakthrough interactive solutions that add value to their business by providing quality communications and technology solutions with unmatched value and services to the global online community. For more information on Zoolink, please visit us at www.zoolink.com
Vancouver International Airport Authority
The Vancouver International Airport Authority is a locally controlled, not-for-profit company which has developed and managed the airport since 1992, when it took over from the federal government. In 1999, YVR welcomed almost 16 million passengers and was rated as one of the top 10 airports in the world by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and Condé Nast Traveler magazine.
About Nokia
Nokia is paving the way to the mobile information society with its innovative products and solutions. The company is the leading mobile phone supplier and a leading supplier of mobile, fixed and IP networks, related services as well as multimedia terminals. In 1999, Nokia's net sales totaled EUR 19.8 billion (USD 19.9 billion). Headquartered in Finland, Nokia is listed on the New York (NOK), Helsinki, Stockholm, London, Frankfurt and Paris stock exchanges and employs more than 55,000 people.
Contact information:
Laurie Armstrong
Nokia Internet Communications
Tel: + 1 650 625 2424
Mob: + 1 650 303 2739
E-mail: laurie.armstrong@nokia.com
Deborah Mullan
Ketchum Thomas for Nokia
Tel: +1 650 596 2700 office
E-mail: deborah@thomaspr.com
Charlotte Wardell
Vancouver International Airport
Tel: +1 604 880 9815
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