ZTE and Ericsson jointly announced today the signing of a strategic alliance agreement to deliver TD-SCDMA solutions for China. Under the agreement, ZTE and Ericsson will commence close technical cooperation in the TD-SCDMA area.
The alliance builds upon ZTE´s rich experience and world-leading expertise in the TD-SCDMA area and Ericsson´s global leadership and market presence in third generation (3G) mobile network solutions. It reinforces both parties´ dedication to leverage respective strengths to provide the best-in-class solutions for customers.
In accordance with the agreement, Ericsson is to integrate ZTE´s TD-SCDMA Node B into its radio access network, including hardware and software, on an OEM basis. As part of the agreement, the two parties will team up to participate in the TD-SCDMA trials in China.
"We are very pleased to work with Ericsson in driving the development and commercialization of TD-SCDMA technology and solutions," said Mr. Xie Daxiong, senior vice president and general manager from mobile division of ZTE. "As the world´s most advanced TD-SCDMA equipment provider, ZTE offers overall TD-SCDMA solution including system equipment, terminal equipment and network planning service, and now ZTE has all the necessary resource in place to promote our TD-SCDMA solutions widely around the world."
"As the world´s largest supplier of mobile systems and solutions as well as being the technology and market leader in 3G, Ericsson has always been dedicated to provide advanced mobile products and solutions that can best address the needs of local markets," said Mats H Olsson, President of Ericsson Greater China. "The agreement demonstrates our commitment and capabilities in this regard. I am confident that with our alliance with ZTE, we are very well positioned to capture the huge opportunities presented by China´s fast growing mobile market, and further enhance our value proposition for customers in China."
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