Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. (“Huawei”), a leader in providing next generation telecommunications network solutions for operators around the world, has announced the signing of a US$100 million GSM network expansion contract with Telecom Malaysia Investment (Bangladesh) Ltd. (“TMIB”), a leading telecom operator in Bangladesh.
According to the contract, Huawei will supply a wide range of GSM products and solutions including MSC, BSC, BTS, GPRS as part of the expanded network, as well as MMS, WAP and WIN platforms. Huawei will also be providing post sales services and professional consulting services to TMIB on network operations. This contract marks another key milestone in the strategic cooperation between Huawei and TMIB, the second largest telecom operator in Bangladesh, accounting for 31 percent of the telecom market share.
Huawei’s EnerG GSM solutions will introduce new 3G capabilities to TMIB’s existing network, enabling the operator to enhance the efficiency and performance of its network, while helping the operator greatly reduce OPEX and CAPEX. Huawei’s new-generation dual-density BTS features both high density and receiving sensitivity capabilities, and is well regarded by GSM operators globally. The new network will allow TMIB to provide a wider range of services to its customers.
“We are pleased to choose Huawei as our partner for long–term growth,” said Mr. Salehuddin Kashem Khan, Chairman of the TMIB Board. “We believe that Huawei’s industry-leading solutions and high quality services will significantly enhance our competitiveness in the marketplace.”
“Huawei looks forward to a fulfilling, long-term partnership with TMIB, and we are excited about cooperating with TMIB,” said Mr. Ding Shaohua, General Vice President of Huawei. “Huawei is committed to bringing excellent services and innovative technologies to the Bangladesh market to better meet the communications needs of Bangladeshi users with the new network.”
With its vision of enriching people’s life through communications, Huawei continues to make investment in GSM technology innovation. Huawei’s EnerG GSM solution has been adopted by telecom operators in over 60 countries, serving more than 100 million subscribers across the globe. With a total deployment of GSM BTS reaching over 500,000 TRXs worldwide, Huawei has accumulated extensive experience and expertise in the construction of large-scale and densely populated area networking, as well as planning, optimization and performance management of networks, winning the respect and trust of major global telecom operators.
About Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd
Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. (“Huawei”) is a leader in providing next generation telecommunications network solutions for operators around the world. The company is dedicated to providing innovative and customized products, services and solutions to create long-term value and potential growth for its customers. Huawei’s products and solutions are deployed in over 100 countries and serve 28 of the world’s top 50 operators, as well as over one billion users worldwide. For more information, please visit www.huawei.com.
About TMIB
Telecom Malaysia Investment (“TMI”), headquartered in Malaysia, has subsidiaries in Malaysia, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, India and Africa. TMI holds 70% of shares of its Bangladesh subsidiary TMIB, and the local Khan Group holds the other 30%. It is the second largest operator in Bangladesh occupying 31% of the local telecom market share with 3.4 million subscribers. With the help of Huawei, TMIB has become the first operator in Bangladesh to provide GPRS services.
