Hormuud Telecom Extends Microwave Backbone Through Addition of Harris Stratex Networks Technology
26 Januar 2010 - 2:30PM
PR Newswire (US)
Harris Stratex Eclipse(TM) Radios Leveraged for Somalian Expansion
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., Jan. 26 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --
Harris Stratex Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ:HSTX), a leading provider of
wireless solutions that enable the evolution of next-generation
fixed and mobile broadband networks, today announced that Hormuud
Telecom Somalia, Inc., placed an order for 100 of its high capacity
Eclipse(TM) radios, increasing the existing installed base by 50
percent. Established in 2002 to address a telecommunications market
gap in Somalia, Hormuud Telecom Somalia, Inc. is headquartered in
Mogadishu, and currently serves over one million subscribers. The
new deployment is part of a long standing relationship between
Harris Stratex and Hormuud Telecom, which has already installed
over 200 Eclipse series radios. Hormuud Telecom Somalia, Inc. is
the leading telecommunications services provider in Southern and
Central Somalia and offers a variety of telecommunications services
including GSM, fixed line and data services. Since its formation,
Hormuud Telecom's focus and commitment to excellence in customer
care and quality of service has ensured year on year growth and
Hormuud Telecom is now the nation's number one operator in terms of
subscribers and service. In addition, Hormuud Telecom has received
numerous awards in recognition of its grass-roots work in
developing the local community welfare including supporting
educational institutions, sanitary improvement and water supply.
Hormuud employs over 4000 people, comprised of full time and part
time staff, dealers, etc., across its Telecommunication
Engineering, Customer Services, Sales, and Marketing Departments.
"We are happy to sign this expansion agreement with Harris Stratex
Networks, and we are looking forward to building upon our existing
relationship," said N. Olo, Hormuud Telecom's chief procurement
officer. "We work well with the regional team of Harris Stratex
Networks in Nairobi, and find their service and support
capabilities a crucial aspect of partnership and operational
success." "Our partnership with Hormuud Telecom is an important
measure of our ability to support customers deploying our networks
in challenging environments. The team at Hormuud has overcome
numerous challenges and built a state-of-the-art future proofed
network carrying both voice and data," said Trevor Burchell, vice
president of sales Africa at Harris Stratex Networks. "I look
forward to a continued relationship and increasing the teamwork and
transfer of skills that has proven to be successful thus far."
Harris Stratex Networks maintains a significant presence in Africa,
providing the ground technical support for the region's operators
from its regional headquarters in Johannesburg, South Africa, and
satellite offices across Africa. The company has developed a deep
knowledge base of the local market, and in-market technical support
is a key factor in developing Harris Stratex' close partnerships
with the region's operators. About Harris Stratex Networks, Inc.
Harris Stratex Networks, Inc. is a leading provider of wireless
solutions that enable the evolution of next-generation fixed and
mobile broadband networks. The company offers reliable, flexible
and scalable wireless network solutions, backed by comprehensive
professional services and support. Harris Stratex Networks serves
all global markets, including mobile network operators, public
safety agencies, private network operators, utility and
transportation companies, government agencies and broadcasters.
Customers in more than 135 countries depend on Harris Stratex
Networks to build, expand and upgrade their voice, data and video
solutions. Harris Stratex Networks is recognized around the world
for innovative, best-in-class wireless networking solutions and
services. For more information, visit
http://www.harrisstratex.com/. Trademarks Eclipse is a registered
trademark of Harris Stratex Networks, Inc. DATASOURCE: Harris
Stratex Networks, Inc. CONTACT: Scott Smith, Public Relations of
Harris Stratex Networks, +1-408-944-3529, Web Site:
http://www.harrisstratex.com/
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