Europe : Ericsson is bringing the first HSPA-enabled 3G/WCDMA commercial network in Latin America to a Chilean operator, ENTEL PCS. Ericsson will also expand and modernize ENTEL PCS's existing network with Ericsson's Mobile Softswitch solution.

Under the sole-supplier agreement, Ericsson will provide new 2G and 3G/WCDMA core and radio networks, including mobile softswitch and HSPA. Ericsson will have the prime-integrator role and will provide network deployment, systems integration and business consulting services.

Ericsson's HSPA solution will enable ENTEL PCS to break through with a new generation of mobile broadband services, delivering true broadband speed of up to 3.6Mbps. ENTEL PCS subscribers will also enjoy a richer communication experience.

With Ericsson's Mobile Softswitch solution, ENTEL PCS has taken an important step towards an all-IP network and it will be able to cost-efficiently offer a wide range of new and differentiating multimedia services.

Hernan Marió, CEO, ENTEL PCS, Chile, says: "Ericsson's state-of-the-art solutions will allow us to provide best-in-class services to our customers. It will also enable us to make a giant leap forward in mobile broadband in the Chilean market."

Gino Montalto, country manager, Ericsson Chile, says: "To build the first HSPA network in Latin America is an important milestone, and we are proud to be on ENTEL PCS's side. It will bring a richer communication experience to ENTEL PCS's customers and will open new opportunities in the region."

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