In South America

Mar 1, 2007 14:41 GMT  ·  By

Ericsson has delivered a new GSM/GPRS access network to Telefonica Moviles' subsidiary, Movistar, the leading mobile operator in Peru, which seems to have acquired more than 5 millions subscribers.

As part of the agreement signed between both companies, Ericsson has provided the nationwide infrastructure to allow the GSM/GPRS radio access network as well as a complete range of services, such as service administration, planning and optimization of the network, among others.

Cesar Linares, CEO of Movistar Peru, declared: "With this new network provided by Ericsson, Movistar fulfilled one of its principal goals for the present year, which is to extend its coverage in provinces and to continue giving the first quality services to its current and future clients, with the best quality in communication services ".

Enrique Norero, President, Ericsson Peru, said: "We are very proud to support Movistar in driving the development of telecommunications in Per■, by delivering solutions that promote the communication and the adoption of innovative mobile services in the country".

Ericsson is trying to shape the future of Mobile and Broadband Internet communications through its continuous high class technology. Providing innovative solutions in more than 140 countries, Ericsson helps in creating the most powerful communication companies in the world.