Bhutan Telecom selects Ericsson

NEW DELHI: Ericsson has announced that it has been selected by Bhutan Telecom (BTL) to supply WCDMA/HSPA network. According to the terms of the agreement, Ericsson will supply an HSPA-enabled network, including WCDMA radio access equipment, all-IP core and transmission. Ericsson will also be responsible for network design, deployment and integration of BTL's existing GSM network.

Rollout will begin in November, starting in the towns of Thimpu and Paro before going nationwide. The new network will provide a host of services, including high-speed internet access, e-mail, video telephony, MMS (multimedia messaging) and many innovative content-based services, Ericsson said in a statement.