Under the agreement Nokia will provide a complete GSM/GPRS/EDGE network; including a GPRS core network, paving the way for a fruitful partnership.  In addition, Nokia is providing its multimedia messaging service (MMS) solution, Nokia NetAct(TM) operations support system, a comprehensive set of services including its Operations Start-up Package, network optimization and Care Services.  Also included is the Nokia Intelligent Content Delivery solution that allows CTi Móvil to flexibly and effectively provide content to end-users, simplifying their access to advanced data applications. 

 

"With the introduction of GSM/GPRS/EDGE and attractive end-user features, and the latest in handset technology to the market, CTi Móvil is taking a big step towards its goal to become a market leader in Argentina," says Victor Sandoval, General Operations Director, CTi Móvil. 

 

"Nokia is very pleased to expand our relationship with the leading cellular operator in Latin America, America Móvil," says Heikki Kasko, Senior Vice President, Nokia Networks Americas.  "Argentina was the third Latin American country within a year where America Móvil chose Nokia to be the -system supplier for their new nationwide GSM/EDGE network.  We are very proud to have been able to implement the network in record time, so CTi could have a successful launch of GSM services in Argentina before Christmas." 

 

CTi Móvil has the largest wireless network in Argentina and 1.5 million subscribers.  The company offers a wide array of value-added services to its customers in voice and data.

 

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Note to editor

 

Nokia's extensive range of services for fast network ramp up includes Network Planning, Multi-vendor Integration, Implementation, Site Modifications, Project Management.  Nokia also offers an Operations Start-up Package and a comprehensive range of Care Services, including Software Maintenance, Emergency Support, Help Desk, Spare Parts Management and Training Services to maintain the competitiveness of the solution.  Nokia NetAct(TM) is the only full-featured, multi-vendor, multi-technology operations support system (OSS) on a single platform, including Global Reporter.