selected VocalTec for its next-generation-network roll-out. The current order, which amounts to $5 million, includes the first phase of deployment in two major cities, as part of a larger network development plan.
At the core of the deployment is VocalTec's Essentra suite of softswitch products, which offer a wide range of IP-based subscriber features over Mobitel's WiMAX access infrastructure. This also enables additional applications, including IP-to-PSTN interworking and IP-to-IP interconnection services. VocalTec will be the prime contractor for the project, and will also support Mobitel's deployment of Data, IP Core and Billing infrastructures.
VocalTec, being the key partner responsible for the delivery of this comprehensive turnkey network solution, leads a consortium of leading technology companies. This eco-system of technology partners together offer a fully integrated, highly interoperable network solution, fully addressing Mobitel's service requirements, while adhering to Mobitel's business considerations and needs.
"We are confident in VocalTec's vast VoIP experience and expertise in the deployment and management of large scale VoIP networks. Their many years of experience with this technology and their commitment to the VoIP industry made them the natural choice as the provider of our core network infrastructure," said Johnson Salako, Executive Chairman at Mobitel. "We look forward to a long lasting partnership with VocalTec as we work towards becoming a significant provider of voice, data and other value added services in Nigeria."
"Mobitel is an innovative and forward looking operator," said Ido Gur, President and CEO at VocalTec. "We are proud that our core VoIP infrastructure solutions were selected to power the Mobitel network. VocalTec will lead and guide this turnkey project providing Mobitel with Voice, Data, IP Core and Billing solutions; we are committed to providing Mobitel with the technology and support they require in order to meet their business objectives."
Mobitel is a pioneering provider of telecommunications services in Nigeria. Wholly acquired by a consortium lead by Omni Ventures in 2008, Mobitel offers fixed and wireless voice, data and value-added services focusing on small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) and high-end consumers across Nigeria. Mobitel maintains nationwide frequency spectrum allocations and a set of licenses that can be converted into a unified access service license. Powered by leading-edge WiMAX technology and a rigorously engineered network enabling the delivery of high-quality, cost-effective solutions, Mobitel provides a tailored service offering through an innovative sales-channel and customer-care strategy.
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