Riga, Latvia – August 31, 2011
Latvijas Mobilais Telefons customers first in Latvia to enjoy ultra-fast 4G services
Operator uses Nokia Siemens Networks’ end-to-end LTE solution to offer broadband speeds of up to 100 Mbps
Customers of Latvijas Mobilais Telefons (LMT), the largest mobile operator in Latvia, can now enjoy ultra-fast broadband with speeds of up to 100 megabits per second (Mbps) for accessing services, including reliable video streaming, real-time gaming, and movies-on-demand. Nokia Siemens Networks has deployed a Long Term Evolution (LTE)* network in the 1800 MHz spectrum band with its end-to-end LTE solution including radio access equipment and evolved packet core. The network went live in May 2011.
“With the increased adoption of smart devices, customers expect the best communications experience with super fast broadband connectivity, and that’s what LTE offers,” said Juris Binde, president of Latvijas Mobilais Telefons. “We worked with Nokia Siemens Networks during the LTE trials in 2010. The company’s large installed base, extensive services support and availability of local resources for project execution made it the obvious choice for this deal.”
“The launch of 4G services in Latvia is a milestone as it will bring new opportunities for both LMT’s individual and enterprise customers,” added Jan Lindgren, head of TeliaSonera global account team at Nokia Siemens Networks. “This development will help the operator play a vital role in the growth of the Latvian telecom market.”
Nokia Siemens Networks provided the LTE radio network based on its Flexi Multiradio Base Station. As an exclusive partner to LMT for its LTE network, the company also supplied its Evolved Packet Core (EPC)** that will allow the operator to manage the expected increase in data traffic. In addition, Nokia Siemens Networks provided a range of services, including network implementation, network optimization, care and consulting services, and systems integration to ensure a smooth rollout of the network. LMT has been able to optimally manage its network, especially the newly introduced EPC and LTE radio networks with the enhanced NetAct network management system from Nokia Siemens Networks.
About Latvijas Mobilais Telefons
LMT is the leading mobile operator in Latvia offering a range of high-quality and value added services and the widest network coverage. LMT mobile communication network covers 99% of the territory of Latvia, enabling 97.76% of Latvian population to enjoy mobile communication possibilities. Mobile network 3G provided by LMT covers already 87% of the territory of Latvia. LMT is the first mobile operators providing 4G mobile network service in Latvia. Company has entered into roaming agreements with 562 mobile communication networks in 184 countries. More about LMT: www.lmt.lv
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of telecommunications services. With its focus on innovation and sustainability, the company provides a complete portfolio of mobile, fixed and converged network technology, as well as professional services including consultancy and systems integration, deployment, maintenance and managed services. It is one of the largest telecommunications hardware, software and professional services companies in the world. Operating in 150 countries, its headquarters are in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
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