Mobile manufacturer Nokia has been selected by Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL) to deploy 4G and 5G equipment. The three-year agreement includes the modernisation and expansion of VIL’s 4G network of which the mobile manufacturer is already a major supplier. The deployment will deliver premium connectivity to 200 million VIL customers. Nokia will increase its market share and replace the incumbent vendor in Chennai and Andhra Pradesh, making it the largest supplier covering circles that generate more that 50% of VIL’s revenue. Deployment will begin immediately.
Nokia-Vodafone Idea deal
The deal will see the mobile manufacturer deploy equipment from its comprehensive, industry-leading 5G AirScale portfolio, powered by its energy-efficient ReefShark System-on-Chip technology. This includes base stations, baseband units, and its latest generation of Habrok Massive MIMO radios. These are designed for easy deployment and will deliver premium 5G capacity and coverage. Nokia will also modernise VIL’s existing 4G network with multiband radios and baseband equipment, which can also support 5G.
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VIL will also benefit from Nokia’s industry-leading network optimisation and automation platform, MantaRay SON. This uses self-configuring modules to boost network performance and efficiency and can be tailored and deployed to optimise specific software applications to address unique operational challenges. Nokia will also provide planning, deployment, integration, and network optimiation services.
Nokia is a long-term partner of VIL and has supported them with the deployment of its 2G, 3G, 4G, and now 5G networks.
Akshaya Moondra, CEO of Vodafone Idea Limited said, “Nokia will help us to deliver best 4G and 5G experience to our customers. 5G will bring seamless high-speed connectivity and increased capacity supporting citizens and enterprises alike. This will also enable unprecedented levels of innovation and efficiency across various sectors, empowering organisations to thrive in today’s fast-paced digital landscape.”
Tommi Uitto, President of Mobile Networks at Nokia said, “This is a continuation of our long-term partnership that has lasted for over three decades and highlights their trust in our technology portfolio. VIL will benefit from the very latest products and innovations from our industry-leading, energy-efficient AirScale portfolio that will bring premium quality capacity and connectivity to their customers.”