2 Kas 2007

Simena Signs a Partnership Agreement with Turkcell

Simena Signs a Partnership Agreement with Turkcell

Simena(R), a leading manufacturer of innovative network testing equipment, announced today that it has signed a partnership agreement with Turkcell Communications Services PLC, the largest GSM operator in Turkey. The relationship was formed based on the combined ambition of creating the next generation testing and monitoring solutions for latest networking technologies.

Under this agreement, experienced engineers at Simena and Turkcell will work together in designing and developing products which will be used for monitoring, measurements and testing of new protocols and applications.

"Our aim is to develop a test system, targeting IP based infrastructure and services mainly for real world conditions and operations. This system will be a great way to automate and simplify the testing process of innovative operator services that run on next generation networks," said Semih Incedayi, Turkcell R&D Division Head.

Simena's existing product families such as Network Emulators and Traffic Generators will be enhanced with these new features.

"We are very exited about partnering with Turkcell," said Sezen Uysal, president, Simena, LLC. "This agreement will allow us to continue implementing our vision of creating high performance and precise monitor, test and measurement solutions by combining talents of both companies."

About Turkcell

Turkcell is the leading GSM operator in Turkey with 33.8 million customers as of June 30, 2007 with a market share of approximately 59%. In addition to high-quality wireless telephone services, Turkcell currently offers General Packet Radio Service ("GPRS") countrywide and Enhanced Data Rates for GSM Evolution ("EDGE") in dense areas, which provide for both improved data and voice services. Turkcell provides roaming with 556 operators in 194 countries as of August 7, 2007. Turkcell has interests in international GSM operations in Azerbaijan, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Moldova, Northern Cyprus and Ukraine. Turkcell has been listed on the NYSE ("New York Stock Exchange") and the ISE ("Istanbul Stock Exchange") since July 2000 and is the first and only NYSE listed company in Turkey. 51.00% of Turkcell's share capital is held by Turkcell Holding, 4.22% by Cukurova Group, 13.07% by Sonera Holding, 4.07% by M.V. Group and 0.01% by others while the remaining 27.63% is free float. For more information visit www.turkcell.com.tr.

About Simena

Founded in 2002 and currently located in Sterling, VA, USA, Simena creates, develops and manufactures patent pending, true wire speed and highly precise network test equipment. Designed by experienced network engineers, these reliable and portable products help Simena customers to have effective and productive test cases. Simena's products are available in 19 countries around the world through its distributors. For more information about Simena and its products, visit www.simena.net, or call +1.571.323.1500.

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