Swedish 3G operator Hi3G Access has signed a letter of intent with Ericsson for the supply of UMTS network infrastructure and services. Ericsson also enters a wider cooperation with Hi3G and companies within the Hutchison 3G group, concerning the development of strategic applications and services.

"We are pleased to have entered into the letter of intent for Ericsson to supply UMTS infrastructure to Hi3G after an evaluation that has been detailed and covered extensively all technical and commercial aspects to make sure that we get the best future proof solutions for our customers. Ericsson will be a long-term strategic partner of Hi3G and I am confident that we together can create the leading 3G service in Sweden," said Chris Bannister, CEO of Hi3G.

The letter of intent deals with the supply of Hi3G's complete Core Network and a major part of the Radio Access Network, including Base Stations and Base Station Controllers. Hi3G is in the finale stages of selecting suppliers for the remaining part of the Radio Access Network.

"In order to stimulate a fast 3G roll out it is of crucial importance that the network technology is complemented with attractive applications and user friendly services," said Mats Dahlin, President of Ericsson Radio Systems and head of Ericsson Mobile Systems Division. "In this respect we are very proud to be chosen by Hi3G, not only for supplying equipment, but also for applications development. We are also very honoured to enter this wider cooperation with other Hutchison companies."

The UMTS network for HI3G will be built according to WCDMA, which is the globally dominating standard for 3G.

Ericsson is the leading 3G-supplier, to this day named by 33 of around 50 WCDMA-operators worldwide.

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