Nokia Siemens Networks Bags AIS GSM Network Expansion Contract
Nokia Siemens Networks has won a contract to expand leading Thai mobile operator, AIS, GSM network. The project, to be rolled out over the course of 2008, includes a Release 4 mobile softswitch solution that will help the mobile operator evolve towards advanced mobile services in the near future.
As the market leader in wireless services in Thailand, with over 23 million subscribers and a market share of more than 50%, AIS wanted a high performance and reliable solution to launch new advanced mobile services, while maintaining tight control over its total cost of ownership in network deployment.
With long time network partner Nokia Siemens Networks, AIS has expanded their network capacity in anticipation of subscriber growth and the launch of new and exciting mobile services. Nokia Siemens Network’s global leadership in mobile softswitching deployment is an advantage that will help AIS achieve their service-oriented goals. In addition to the GSM radio access network expansion, MSC Server and Media Gateway mobile softswitching solution, Nokia Siemens Networks is also providing its MSCi platform, all of them beside Network Implementation Services to reach an on-time network expansion and allow faster return on investments through effective Project and Technical management. Nokia Siemens Networks also takes care of hardware and software maintenance services, that are key to a high quality network and operations given the amount of software and the increasing complexity of the network. The AIS network continues to be supported by the multi-vendor, multi-technology NetAct network and service management solution
“We are constantly looking innovative ways of delivering new services to our customers, and this network expansion, as well as upgrade with Nokia Siemens Networks, allow us to achieve that aim,” said Weerawat Kiattipongthaworn, Executive Vice president - Operation, AIS.
“AIS’s market leadership and innovation is well and fully supported by Nokia Siemens Network, where our long term partnership with them has allowed us to better understand their needs, and offer a solution that takes them into the next phase of mobile communications, but retain a cost-efficient operation,” added Surakij Kiatthanakorn, Head of AIS CT team, Nokia Siemens Networks, Thailand.
With over 180 customers for its MSC Server System deployed ‘live’ in over 100 networks, Nokia Siemens Networks is clearly the most experienced mobile softswitch supplier worldwide.
About AIS Thailand
Advanced Info Service Public Company Limited (AIS), a subsidiary of Shin Corporation PCL., is the established leader in Thailand’s wireless communications industry after more than 15 years of services with its market share more than 50%.
To date, AIS service network covers 795 districts (amphur) throughout Thailand, plus international roaming across in six continents. AIS has continuously enhanced and expanded its network in order to respond to the market and technological advances, whilst keeping abreast of consumers’ growing demands and needs. It continues to integrate the latest in advanced technology and deliver more than just voice communication, with GPRS and EDGE technology.
AIS strongly believe that wireless communications bring changes to the way Thai people live their life, regardless of who they are and what they do. With endless communications possibilities, the quality of life is better. Visit our web site at www.ais.co.th
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of communications services. The company provides a complete, well-balanced product portfolio of mobile and fixed network infrastructure solutions and addresses the growing demand for services with 20,000 service professionals worldwide. Nokia Siemens Networks is one of the largest telecommunications infrastructure companies with operations in 150 countries. The company is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
As the market leader in wireless services in Thailand, with over 23 million subscribers and a market share of more than 50%, AIS wanted a high performance and reliable solution to launch new advanced mobile services, while maintaining tight control over its total cost of ownership in network deployment.
With long time network partner Nokia Siemens Networks, AIS has expanded their network capacity in anticipation of subscriber growth and the launch of new and exciting mobile services. Nokia Siemens Network’s global leadership in mobile softswitching deployment is an advantage that will help AIS achieve their service-oriented goals. In addition to the GSM radio access network expansion, MSC Server and Media Gateway mobile softswitching solution, Nokia Siemens Networks is also providing its MSCi platform, all of them beside Network Implementation Services to reach an on-time network expansion and allow faster return on investments through effective Project and Technical management. Nokia Siemens Networks also takes care of hardware and software maintenance services, that are key to a high quality network and operations given the amount of software and the increasing complexity of the network. The AIS network continues to be supported by the multi-vendor, multi-technology NetAct network and service management solution
“We are constantly looking innovative ways of delivering new services to our customers, and this network expansion, as well as upgrade with Nokia Siemens Networks, allow us to achieve that aim,” said Weerawat Kiattipongthaworn, Executive Vice president - Operation, AIS.
“AIS’s market leadership and innovation is well and fully supported by Nokia Siemens Network, where our long term partnership with them has allowed us to better understand their needs, and offer a solution that takes them into the next phase of mobile communications, but retain a cost-efficient operation,” added Surakij Kiatthanakorn, Head of AIS CT team, Nokia Siemens Networks, Thailand.
With over 180 customers for its MSC Server System deployed ‘live’ in over 100 networks, Nokia Siemens Networks is clearly the most experienced mobile softswitch supplier worldwide.
About AIS Thailand
Advanced Info Service Public Company Limited (AIS), a subsidiary of Shin Corporation PCL., is the established leader in Thailand’s wireless communications industry after more than 15 years of services with its market share more than 50%.
To date, AIS service network covers 795 districts (amphur) throughout Thailand, plus international roaming across in six continents. AIS has continuously enhanced and expanded its network in order to respond to the market and technological advances, whilst keeping abreast of consumers’ growing demands and needs. It continues to integrate the latest in advanced technology and deliver more than just voice communication, with GPRS and EDGE technology.
AIS strongly believe that wireless communications bring changes to the way Thai people live their life, regardless of who they are and what they do. With endless communications possibilities, the quality of life is better. Visit our web site at www.ais.co.th
About Nokia Siemens Networks
Nokia Siemens Networks is a leading global enabler of communications services. The company provides a complete, well-balanced product portfolio of mobile and fixed network infrastructure solutions and addresses the growing demand for services with 20,000 service professionals worldwide. Nokia Siemens Networks is one of the largest telecommunications infrastructure companies with operations in 150 countries. The company is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. www.nokiasiemensnetworks.com
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