Alcatel-Lucent facilitates BlackBerry launch at Alfa

Alfa, the Lebanese mobile operator managed since February 1, 2009 by Orascom Telecom, Alcatel-Lucent and Research In Motion have announced the introduction of the BlackBerry solution for Alfa customers.

Alfa will offer customers various BlackBerry devices: the BlackBerry Bold 9000 smartphone and the BlackBerry Curve 8900 smartphone; along with unlimited MB for BlackBerry Service local usage.

Based on its distribution agreement with RIM, Alcatel-Lucent leveraged its local presence in the region to provide Alfa with end-to-end implementation, launch, delivery and support services for the BlackBerry solution in the Lebanese market.

“This project strengthens Alcatel-Lucent’s position as a global provider of communications. With this offering, Alfa will expand its business opportunities and enable its customers to benefit from the high flexibility offered by the BlackBerry solution, allowing them to stay connected anytime, anywhere,” commented Vincenzo Nesci, head of MEA business for Alcatel-Lucent.