21 Tem 2008

Alvarion Chosen by GO Mobile for Nationwide Mobile WiMAX Deployment in Malta

Alvarion(R) Chosen by GO Mobile for Nationwide Mobile WiMAX(TM) Deployment in Malta

Alvarion, the world's leading provider of WiMAX(TM) and wireless broadband solutions, announced today that it has recently been chosen by GO Mobile, Malta's mobile operator, for a nationwide Mobile WiMAX(TM) network deployment. Using Alvarion's 4Motion solution with BreezeMAX(R) as its RAN (radio access network), GO Mobile plans to provide voice and data services at the 3.5 GHz frequency band to the residents of the island of Malta.

Rollout of the commercial network is expected to begin in the next few weeks. The new network will offer an enhanced portfolio of high quality wireless broadband services over Alvarion's Mobile WiMAX solution, opening opportunities for high speed Internet, as well as video, TV and gaming. Alvarion's partner for this deployment project is SIAE MICROLETTRONICA, the Italian based manufacturer, well known as one of the most technology focused microwave companies.

"With the challenge of expanding network service throughout the entire island, we specifically looked for a robust and feature rich solution with secure future advantages," said Norbert Prihoda, Chief Mobile Operations Officer of GO. "We chose Alvarion because it was the one vendor to answer to all our demands, enabling us to guarantee nationwide coverage for optimized broadband experience. This technology will augment our already nationwide 3G-3.5G/HSDPA wireless coverage. This underpins our multi-access nationwide data strategy with the utilization of different technologies to provide the best value proposition for our customers. Furthermore, Alvarion's commitment to OPEN(TM) WiMAX solutions will allow us to provide advanced and high quality service with competitive package deals, for the benefit of our customers," Mr. Prihoda added.

"We are pleased to be selected by GO Mobile, a most innovative and leading mobile operator in Malta," said Tzvika Friedman, president and CEO of Alvarion. "Increasing network capacity with our OPEN WiMAX solution can promote lower operational costs and enable GO Mobile to offer wireless broadband at affordable rates and ensure the same quality of service and innovation for forthcoming expansions."

As an awarded licensee of the 3.5 GHz frequency band in Malta, GO Mobile is required by MCA (Malta Communication Authority) to complete network rollout and provide 99% nationwide coverage by October 2009. MCA supports open networks and believes that OPEN WiMAX encourages beneficial competition and promotes a state-of-the-art broadband market.

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