Ericsson solution combines services over GSM and NMT mobile networks

Ericsson solution combines services over GSM and NMT mobile networks Ericsson is the first vendor to deliver a solution that combines GSM and NMT mobile networks. A solution delivered to operator Multiregional Transit Telecom (MTT) in Russia supports GSM and NMT services in the same network nodes. The new solution also enables operators to combine services on GSM and TACS networks (Total Access Communication System). As the new Combined Gateway (CGW) exchange solution bridges several technologies and networks, this can further improve an operators' business in a competitive environment. A main benefit for network operators is that they can combine services and equipment for different mobile networks. This kind of interconnection increases business opportunities available. The new solution also further enables smooth and cost efficient integration of technologies in an incremental way. "By combining NMT and GSM traffic in the same exchange operators will for example reduce transmission costs, improve trunking efficiency as well as provide Number Portability between networks," says Petter Lökke, Key Account Manager for MTT in Moscow, Ericsson Radio Systems. Ericsson's 100,000 employees are active in more than 130 countries. Their combined expertise in fixed and mobile networks, mobile phones and infocom systems makes Ericsson a world-leading supplier in telecommunications. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT Petter Lökke, Business Manager Key Accounts, East Europe and Central Asia, Ericsson Radio Systems Phone: +46 70 371 7624, +46 8 404 8484 E-mail: peter.lokke@era.ericsson.se Johan Wiklund, Press Relations Manager Ericsson Business Area Mobile Systems Phone: +46 70 560 0134; E-mail: johan.wiklund@era.ericsson.se