NSN snags US$100 million Du network upgrade deal

The UAE’s integrated telecom service provider, Du, has selected Nokia Siemens Networks (NSN) to comprehensively upgrade its mobile network operations in the UAE, investing AED 400 million (US$109 million). The project is expected to enhance Du network performance and operations. NSN will expand Du’s 2G network and introduce its 3G HSPA+ network with speeds of up to 42Mb as part of the operator’s existing 3G HSPA+ network.

Under the scope of the deal, NSN will provide a comprehensive portfolio of telecommunication equipment and services across radio, core, transmission, value added services and operational support systems. This upgrade comes on the back of the successful completion of financing facilities for NSN equipment announced earlier this month.