Intelligent CIO APAC Issue 51 | Page 30

LATEST REGIONAL PROJECT UPDATE
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NEW ZEALAND
Nokia is to partner with Spark to expand its 4G and 5G infrastructure in key cities across New Zealand .
The partnership supports Spark ’ s goal to simplify and consolidate network operations .
Nokia is now the preferred 5G Radio Access Network partner to Spark in streamlining operations and consolidating its RAN .
Under the deal , covering over 700 sites , Nokia will provide equipment from its comprehensive 5G AirScale portfolio .
Renee Mateparae , Network and Operations Director , Spark , said : “ This next phase of our partnership will see us streamlining our 5G deployments to simplify operations and deliver great 5G experiences for our customers every day .”
Tommi Uitto , President of Mobile Networks , Nokia , said : “ With our state-of-the-art technology solutions , we are confident that Spark will achieve its objectives of enhancing network efficiency , improving service quality and delivering a seamless experience to its customers .”
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