Maxis pick Ericsson for upgrade of mobile phone network

Malaysian wireless operator Maxis Communications Berhad has signed a contract with Ericsson as its new partner for 2G and 3G deployment to ensure a smooth evolution of Maxis’ network to new technologies.
     Ericsson will upgrade Maxis’ present second generation, 2G, network, as well as prepare networks in high growth areas for future third generation, 3G, deployment to ensure a fully integrated solution.
     The contract with Maxis covers both 2G and 3G core and radio access network. In addition to infrastructure supply, Ericsson will provide a comprehensive portfolio of professional services including network design and systems integration.
     Ericsson will also set up a joint Application Development Environment with Maxis to jumpstart the development of exclusive multimedia products and services for its customers, in particular those which take advantage of streaming capabilities such as interactive TV, live concerts and sports, news-on-demand, and many more.

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