SETAR Launches Wireless Data Services in Aruba Based on GPRS Solution from Nortel Networks
ORANJESTAD, Aruba--(BUSINESS WIRE)--July 9, 2004--Servicio di Telecomunicacion di Aruba (SETAR) N.V. will begin offering new and advanced data services to local and roaming wireless subscribers in Aruba based on a General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) solution from Nortel Networks (NYSE:NT)(TSX:NT).
The new infrastructure positions SETAR to offer 'always on' access to wireless data applications like high-speed mobile Web browsing, m-commerce, multimedia messaging, and downloading of large e-mail attachments, music, videos and games.
"Mobile subscribers in Aruba and visitors to our island can now enjoy the most advanced data services anytime, anywhere, right from their wireless devices, whether to work, play, or keep in touch with family and friends," said Roland Croes, managing director of SETAR.
Nortel Networks has implemented a solution for SETAR to evolve its existing Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) wireless network by deploying GPRS technology and platforms enabling Mobile Multimedia Services (MMS) and Wireless Browsing Services (WBS). The new infrastructure positions SETAR to drive new revenue opportunities by offering value-added services.
"Our selection of Nortel Networks for this network upgrade was based on their breadth of experience in deploying GSM/GPRS networks," said Raul Ponson, manager, Technical Sector for SETAR. "Nortel Networks proven GPRS solution positions us to keep operational costs down and leverage our previous investments in bringing sophisticated services to our customers."
"Nortel Networks has worked closely with SETAR on this latest project to ensure delivery of a secure and scalable infrastructure that can grow to address current and future demand for wireless applications," said Ray Bulengo, sales director, Caribbean Region, Nortel Networks. "Nortel Networks continues to honor its 35-year commitment to Caribbean customers to build advanced networks that can help them deliver sophisticated communications services."
Nortel Networks has designed, installed and launched more than 300 wireless networks in over 50 countries across the globe. Nortel Networks was the industry's first supplier with wireless networks operating in all advanced radio technologies (GSM/GPRS/EDGE, CDMA2000 1X and 1xEV-DO, UMTS and WLAN), and is the only end-to-end provider of all next generation wireless solutions.
Nortel Networks has had a presence in the Caribbean since the late 1960s, working with leading regional service providers, corporations and governments to deploy advanced communication infrastructures to serve residents and visitors. Today, wireless operators in well over 20 countries in the Caribbean region have implemented or are currently deploying Nortel Networks GSM/GPRS/EDGE solutions.
SETAR N.V. is the principal telecommunications provider in Aruba, with services spanning Wireline, Internet, data and mobile.
Nortel Networks is an industry leader and innovator focused on transforming how the world communicates and exchanges information. The Company is supplying its service provider and enterprise customers with communications technology and infrastructure to enable value-added IP data, voice and multimedia services spanning Wireless Networks, Wireline Networks, Enterprise Networks, and Optical Networks. As a global company, Nortel Networks does business in more than 150 countries. More information about Nortel Networks can be found on the Web at www.nortelnetworks.com or www.nortelnetworks.com/media_center.
Certain information included in this press release is forward-looking and is subject to important risks and uncertainties. The results or events predicted in these statements may differ materially from actual results or events.
Factors which could cause results or events to differ from current expectations include, among other things: the outcome of Nortel Networks independent review and planned restatement of its previously announced or filed financial results; the impact of the management changes announced on April 28, 2004; the impact of the inability to meet Nortel Networks filing obligations on support facilities and public debt obligations; the sufficiency of Nortel Networks restructuring activities, including the potential for higher actual costs to be incurred in connection with restructuring actions compared to the estimated costs of such actions; continued reductions in spending by Nortel Networks customers; fluctuations in Nortel Networks operating results and general industry, economic and market conditions and growth rates; the communication by Nortel Networks auditors of the existence of material weaknesses in internal control; Nortel Networks ability to recruit and retain qualified employees; fluctuations in Nortel Networks cash flow, level of outstanding debt and current debt ratings; the use of cash collateral to support Nortel Networks normal course business activities; the dependence on Nortel Networks subsidiaries for funding; the impact of Nortel Networks defined benefit plans and deferred tax assets on results of operations and Nortel Networks cash flows; Nortel Networks dependence on new product development and its ability to predict market demand for particular products; Nortel Networks ability to integrate the operations and technologies of acquired businesses in an effective manner; the impact of rapid technological and market change; the impact of price and product competition; barriers to international growth and global economic conditions, particularly in emerging markets and including interest rate and currency exchange rate fluctuations; the impact of rationalization in the telecommunications industry; changes in regulation of the Internet; the impact of the credit risks of Nortel Networks customers and the impact of customer financing and commitments; stock market volatility generally and as a result of acceleration of the settlement date or early settlement of Nortel Networks purchase contracts; the impact of Nortel Networks supply and outsourcing contracts that contain delivery and installation provisions, which, if not met, could result in the payment of substantial penalties or liquidated damages; the future success of Nortel Networks strategic alliances; and the adverse resolution of litigation, investigations, intellectual property disputes and similar matters.
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Contacts
Nortel Networks
Ferngene Kook, 954-858-7101
fkook@nortelnetworks.com
or
SETAR N.V.
Suzy Maduro, +297-525-1323
setarpr@setarnet.aw
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