Idea Cellular has awarded a three-year contract to Ericsson for rolling out the former?s 3G network in the Delhi circle. Under the contract, Ericsson will also transform Idea?s 5,500 2G base transceiver station (BTS) and 4,500 hops on MINI-LINK microwave links for backhaul networks.
Further, Ericsson will deploy its services such as network design, deployment and rollout, support, supervisory managed services, as well as supply microwave equipment for cost-efficient packet transport and 2G/3G radio access networks (RAN).
The new 3G network in the Delhi circle will be deployed in the 900 MHz band. As part of the transformation, Ericsson will deploy the Enclosure 6120 single-footprint, high-capacity, multi-flexible outdoor enclosure. In addition, Ericsson will also provide operation support systems for RAN and transport networks.
The new network deployment has already started in December 2014 and is expected to be completed in 2017.
Himanshu Kapania, Managing Director, Idea Cellular, said, ?This partnership will enhance the data and network experience for our subscribers who demand optimum performance and rapid services at all times. 3G services and the upgrade of 2G networks will enable us to improve voice coverage and provide higher-quality services to our customers for mobile applications and services.?
Chris Houghton, Head of Region, Ericsson India, says, ?Data subscribers today are increasingly demanding better network quality and superior services. We look forward to working closely with Idea to expand its 2G and 3G network rapidly, and deliver superior digital experience for its customers in Delhi.?
