Nokia, Reflex and Net Nine Nine partner to bridge the digital divide in South Africa

    

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Nokia, Reflex, and Net Nine Nine partner to bridge the digital divide in South Africa

• Nokia fiber broadband solution delivers high-speed broadband access to underserved, low-income communities, bridging the digital divide and empowering more people with reliable, high-quality connectivity.
• Communities in the Gauteng and Free State provinces will be among the first to experience enhanced connectivity and improved online experiences.  

 

12 November 2024

Johannesburg, South Africa – Nokia, in partnership with Reflex and Net Nine Nine, will expand broadband access for underserved communities across South Africa. The collaboration, led by Reflex, will utilize Nokia's fiber broadband solution to bring affordable broadband access to millions of people, supporting essential digital services such as online education, telehealth, and remote working that are crucial to economic growth and social inclusion.

                       

Nokia's collaboration with Reflex and Net Nine Nine underscores the commitment to deliver cutting-edge technology solutions that address the digital divide. The deployment, currently underway, covers communities in Gauteng and Free State provinces of South Africa. The project supports South Africa's governmental drive to extend quality, affordable broadband connectivity to underserved populations.

 

Albert Oosthuysen, CEO of Net Nine Nine, said: "Net Nine Nine has always had the goal of bridging the digital divide here in South Africa, and we're already making great strides across South Africa's township communities. With this partnership, we're in an even better position to bridge that gap without having to sacrifice the quality of services for these areas."

 

Paul Divall, CEO of Reflex, said: "We are thrilled to strengthen our partnership with Nokia and Net Nine Nine in bringing affordable broadband equipment and managed solutions to Net Nine Nine. This initiative is a significant step toward ensuring that quality internet access is within reach for everyone, regardless of income level."

 

Toni Pellegrino, South Africa Managing Director, Head of Network Infrastructure, Southern and Eastern Africa, at Nokia said: "Working with Reflex and Net Nine Nine allows us to extend affordable, high-speed broadband services to the areas of South Africa that need it most. This will help further advance the country's digital transformation and digital inclusion goals and connect a vast number of underserved regions across South Africa currently without any broadband connection."

 

By empowering more communities with reliable internet, Nokia, Reflex, and Net Nine Nine reaffirm their commitment to bridging the digital divide and supporting social and economic progress in South Africa.

 

Resources and Additional Information:

Product Page: Nokia Lightspan

Product Page: Nokia WiFi Beacon

 

About Nokia
At Nokia, we create technology that helps the world act together.

 

As a B2B technology innovation leader, we are pioneering networks that sense, think and act by leveraging our work across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. In addition, we create value with intellectual property and long-term research, led by the award-winning Nokia Bell Labs.

 

With truly open architectures that seamlessly integrate into any ecosystem, our high-performance networks create new opportunities for monetization and scale. Service providers, enterprises and partners worldwide trust Nokia to deliver secure, reliable and sustainable networks today – and work with us to create the digital services and applications of the future.

 

About Reflex

Established in 2000 in South Africa, reflex has evolved from modest origins to become a distinguished provider of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) solutions. Reflex specializes in delivering innovative ICT solutions across various industries, earning a sterling reputation for our excellence in the retail sector and beyond. With a robust network of partnerships, we pride ourselves on our ability to swiftly address the technological needs of our clients.

 

Our portfolio of ICT solutions spans various industries. Reflex Carrier understands what is needed to build, manage, and operate complex backbone networks simply. Our solutions are tailored for Fibre Network Operators (FNO), Internet Service Providers (ISPs), and those looking for comprehensive Managed Connectivity solutions.

 

On the other hand, our Enterprise Solutions take the complexity out of technology, allowing you to focus on what you do best. We provide seamless, high-performance solutions for connectivity, communications, workplace management, cloud, and cybersecurity services.

 

Together, both divisions reflect our core values of expertise, clarity, and customer-centricity. We take pride in being large enough to offer extensive support while remaining small enough to provide personalized service. At Reflex, our clients are at the center of everything we do, and we're committed to delivering reliable, jargon-free solutions that drive your success.

 

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Nokian hallitus päätti suunnatusta osakeannista Nokian osakepalkkiojärjestelmiin perustuen

    

Nokia Oyj

Pörssitiedote

11.11.2024 klo 12.30

Nokian hallitus päätti suunnatusta osakeannista Nokian osakepalkkiojärjestelmiin perustuen

 

Espoo – Nokian hallitus on päättänyt 4.10.2023 tehdyn osakeantipäätöksen johdosta yhtiön hallussa olevilla omilla osakkeilla toteutettavasta, enintään 28 651 000 osakkeen (NOKIA) suunnatusta osakeannista suorituksena Nokian 2021–2023 osakepalkkio-ohjelman nojalla myönnettyjen osakepalkkioiden, henkilöstön osakesäästöohjelman ja muiden osakepohjaisten kannustinohjelmien mukaisten, vuonna 2025 maksettaviksi erääntyvien ja yhtiön vastuulla olevien palkkiositoumusten täyttämiseksi ohjelmiin osallistuneille työntekijöille. Osakkeet annetaan vastikkeetta. Jokainen osaketoimitus julkistetaan erikseen pörssitiedotteena.

 

Osakeantipäätös perustuu varsinaisen yhtiökokouksen 3.4.2024 hallitukselle antamaan valtuutukseen.

 

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Nokia luo teknologiaa, joka auttaa maailmaa toimimaan yhdessä.

 

B2B-teknologia- ja innovaatiojohtajana olemme tulevaisuuden aistivien, ajattelevien ja älykkäiden verkkoratkaisujen edelläkävijä.

 

Johtoasemamme pohjautuu osaamiseemme kiinteissä sekä matkapuhelin- ja pilvipalveluverkoissa. Luomme arvoa immateriaalioikeuksilla ja pitkäaikaisella tutkimus- ja kehitystyöllä palkitun Nokia Bell Labsin johdolla.

 

Avoimeen arkkitehtuuriin pohjautuvat tehokkaat verkkoratkaisumme integroituvat saumattomasti eri ekosysteemeihin ja luovat uusia mahdollisuuksia verkon kaupallistamiselle ja skaalaamiselle. Palveluntarjoajat, yritykset ja muut kumppanimme ympäri maailmaa luottavat Nokian verkkojen suorituskykyyn, vastuullisuuteen ja turvallisuusstandardeihin. Työskentelemme yhdessä kumppaneidemme kanssa kehittääksemme tulevaisuuden digitaalisia palveluita ja sovelluksia. 

 

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Nokia Board of Directors resolved on directed issuance under Nokia Equity Programs

    

Nokia Corporation

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11 November 2024 at 12:30 EET

 

Nokia Board of Directors resolved on directed issuance under Nokia Equity Programs

Espoo, Finland – Nokia's Board of Directors has resolved on a directed issuance of a maximum number of 28 651 000 Nokia shares (NOKIA) held by the Company as a result of the issue of new shares on 4 October 2023, to settle the Company's commitments under the Nokia Long-Term Incentive Plan 2021–2023, Employee Share Purchase Plan and other equity-based incentive plans in respect of shares to be delivered during the year 2025 to the eligible employees as participants in the plans. The shares are issued without consideration. Each share delivery shall be published separately by a stock exchange release.

 

The resolution to issue shares is based on the authorization granted to the Board of Directors by the Annual General Meeting on 3 April 2024.

 

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As a B2B technology innovation leader, we are pioneering networks that sense, think and act by leveraging our work across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. In addition, we create value with intellectual property and long-term research, led by the award-winning Nokia Bell Labs.

 

With truly open architectures that seamlessly integrate into any ecosystem, our high-performance networks create new opportunities for monetization and scale. Service providers, enterprises and partners worldwide trust Nokia to deliver secure, reliable, and sustainable networks today – and work with us to create the digital services and applications of the future.

 

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Nokia and Fibertime expand broadband access across South Africa’s underserved communities

    

 

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Nokia and Fibertime expand broadband access across South Africa's underserved communities

• Fibertime expands broadband coverage to 5 cities and 14 townships throughout South Africa using Nokia's fiber solution.
• Nokia solution allows Fibertime to provide affordable broadband access to millions of low-income customers, many connecting for the very first time.

 

11 November 2024

Capetown, South Africa – Nokia today announced that Fibertime will deploy its fiber solution to rapidly expand broadband access to underserved regions of South Africa. Fibertime will quickly connect the next 1.5 million customers leveraging Nokia's Lightspan FX Optical Line Terminals (OLTs) and Wi-Fi 6 enabled Optical Network Terminals (ONTs). Nokia's technologies are key to enabling Fibertime's flagship product: R5 a day for uncapped, unthrottled internet.

 

Currently, less than 85% of South Africans have access to high-speed broadband, leaving many reliant on costly mobile plans that are up to 70 times more expensive per gigabit than fiber. Through Nokia's fiber solution, Fibertime will unlock a new wave of affordable, reliable, pay-as-you-go broadband, empowering local communities with increased access to education, employment, and business opportunities. The deployment will help create a semi-mobile network within underserved areas, allowing end-users to access high-speed broadband services from anywhere in the community, not just their homes or businesses.

 

The fiber deployment will initially cover Cape Town, Johannesburg, Gqeberha, Mangaung and Stellenbosch, with plans to rapidly expand into additional countries and communities. As part of the agreement, Fibertime will deploy 500,000 Nokia Wi-Fi 6 enabled ONTs over the next 36-months, prioritizing homes in underserved areas. Fibertime will also leverage Nokia's ONT Easystart to automate and simplify the ONT activation process, helping to streamline deployments. Fibertime is also working on an advanced network upgrade powered by Nokia's Altiplano platform to further drive automation and scale. Nokia and Fibertime are also working on new R&D projects to develop technologies that enhance connectivity and enable operations in Africa's most remote areas.

 

Sandy Motley, President of Fixed Networks at Nokia, said: "Nokia's fiber solution is uniquely positioned to help Fibertime reach millions of underserved customers needing high-speed broadband for essential services like online education and telehealth. Our scalable OLT portfolio provides flexible coverage for both densely populated and rural areas. Paired with our Wi-Fi 6-enabled ONTs, we enable fast, automated onboarding. Together, these solutions allow Fibertime to speed up deployments and provide the capacity to bring thousands of customers online at once."

 

Alan Knott-Craig, Founder of Fibertime, said: "With Nokia's support, we're confident in our ability to reach 1.5 million homes within the next five years. We're unlocking a massive, untapped market of 13 million homes in South Africa that are ready for affordable, quality internet. That market will need approximately R60billion of investment over the coming decade and will generate reliable returns for investors. The market opportunity is akin to that presented to mobile operators when they expanded into prepaid markets. Together with Nokia, we can bridge the digital divide, accelerate growth, and create lasting social and economic impact across South Africa."

 

Resources and additional information

• Product page: Nokia Lightspan
• Product page: Nokia WiFi Beacon
• Product page: Nokia ONT Easy Start
• Product page: Nokia Altiplano Controller

 

About Nokia

At Nokia, we create technology that helps the world act together.

 

As a B2B technology innovation leader, we are pioneering networks that sense, think and act by leveraging our work across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. In addition, we create value with intellectual property and long-term research, led by the award-winning Nokia Bell Labs.

 

With truly open architectures that seamlessly integrate into any ecosystem, our high-performance networks create new opportunities for monetization and scale. Service providers, enterprises and partners worldwide trust Nokia to deliver secure, reliable and sustainable networks today – and work with us to create the digital services and applications of the future.

 

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Nokia and Elisa become first in Europe to trial 100G PON over live fiber broadband network

    

Nokia and Elisa become first in Europe to trial 100G PON over live fiber broadband network

• Already deploying the Nokia 10G fiber solution, Elisa is planning to deploy 25G, and beyond.
• Elisa uses Nokia fiber solution to become the first European operator to demonstrate up to 100Gb/s broadband speeds over a live commercial network.
• Nokia is the only vendor supporting all next-generation PON technology options, allowing operators to choose the right strategy for their needs and business case.
  
  

5 November 2024

Espoo, Finland - Nokia today announced Elisa, a Finnish market leader in telecommunications and digital services, will deploy its Lightspan MF solution to enhance its existing fiber network and deliver new ultra-broadband services to customers across Finland.

 

Leveraging Nokia's fiber solution, Elisa will be the first service provider in Europe to demonstrate 25G, 50G, and 100G PON services, highlighting the superior broadband speeds it can deliver across its existing fiber network.

 

The trial builds on Elisa's current fiber deployment and demonstrates how different PON technologies can be combined on the same fiber to evolve its broadband offerings. The live trial demonstrates how operators can easily upgrade their fiber network to meet the demand for faster, more reliable connectivity. Nokia is the only vendor that supports all next-generation PON options, including 10G, 25G, 50G, and future 100G PON technologies.

 

Nokia's Lightspan broadband access platform enables Elisa to deliver some of the fastest broadband speeds in Europe, up to 10x faster than most fiber networks can deliver today. Elisa has deployed Nokia's Altiplano platform to support 10G XGS-PON deployments and to help automate and improve the management, scalability and reliability of its network.    This technology will enable Elisa to meet the bandwidth demands of the future, driven by AI, where Bell Labs is forecasting that total AI traffic is projected to reach 91 EB/month by 2030, in Western Europe, alone.

 

Sami Rajamäki, Vice President of Network Services at Elisa, said: "Nokia's fiber solution will help us significantly enhance our fiber network to deliver some of the fastest internet speeds in the world. We're excited to be the first in Europe to show up to 100G PON speeds in a live fiber network trial and demonstrate the world-class capabilities we can deliver to support the next generation of broadband services. By partnering with Nokia, we can showcase our commitment to guaranteeing the best, high-quality services for our customers. History has shown that it is impossible to forecast all the new use cases for greater speeds, i.e. what new 25 to 100G connections will enable in the future, but we know that for example online gaming and industrial users are among the first to benefit from ever faster broadband connections"

 

Matthieu Bourguignon, Senior Vice President and Head of Europe for Network Infrastructure business at Nokia, said: "We see demand for high-speed internet access surging in Europe with end users and enterprises alike increasingly seeking reliable, secure, high-quality broadband connectivity. Our Lightspan and Altiplano Access platforms give operators like Elisa the tools they need to increase speed, provide superior performance, automate functions and future-proof its fiber network. Our fiber technology provides the perfect solution for operators that want to quickly increase capacity and flexibly migrate to next-generation fiber technologies."

 

Resources and additional information

Webpage: Nokia XGS-PON

Webpage: Nokia Altiplano Access Controller

 

About Nokia  

At Nokia, we create technology that helps the world act together.  

 

As a B2B technology innovation leader, we are pioneering networks that sense, think and act by leveraging our work across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. In addition, we create value with intellectual property and long-term research, led by the award-winning Nokia Bell Labs.   

 

With truly open architectures that seamlessly integrate into any ecosystem, our high-performance networks create new opportunities for monetization and scale. Service providers, enterprises and partners worldwide trust Nokia to deliver secure, reliable and sustainable networks today – and work with us to create the digital services and applications of the future. 

 

About Elisa

Elisa's mission is a sustainable future through digitalisation. We are a pioneer in telecommunications and digital services, and in 5G. We provide sustainable solutions for over 2.8 million consumer, corporate and public administration customers in our core markets of Finland and Estonia, as well as in over 100 countries internationally. In Finland, Elisa is a market leader in telecommunications, and our international cooperation partners include e.g. Vodafone and Tele2. Elisa is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki. In 2023, our revenue was EUR 2.2 billion and we employed 5,700 people in more than 20 countries. Elisa is rated as one of the most sustainable companies in the world. elisa.com

 

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Nokia signs 5G deal extension with Taiwan Mobile

    

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Nokia signs 5G deal extension with Taiwan Mobile

• Nokia to modernize Taiwan Mobile's 5G network and upgrade existing 4G infrastructure with equipment from industry-leading AirScale portfolio.
• Deal to enhance experience for customers in both urban and rural environments with premium capacity and coverage.
• Taiwan Mobile targeting sustainability goals with Nokia's energy-efficient portfolio.
  
  

4 November 2024

Espoo, Finland – Nokia has signed a one-year 5G contract extension with Taiwan Mobile to boost the performance and capacity of Taiwan Mobile's 5G network as well as upgrade its 4G/LTE network. This will add capacity and coverage and provide a better end-user experience for TWM's customer base of approximately 10 million including in rural areas. The move comes following the merger of Taiwan Mobile and Taiwan Star last year and will help prepare Taiwan Mobile's network for the 5G-Advanced era.

 

Under the deal, Nokia will supply equipment from its industry-leading 5G AirScale portfolio for the first time in Taiwan. This includes Nokia's next-generation, modular, high-capacity AirScale baseband solutions, Habrok 32 and Osprey 32 Massive MIMO radios and Remote Radio Head products. These are all powered by its energy-efficient ReefShark System-on-Chip technology and combine to provide superior coverage and capacity. The project will see thousands of existing LTE sites modernized for better energy efficiency supporting Taiwan Mobile's sustainability targets. Taiwan Mobile will also install Nokia's IPAA+ solution helping them to add additional antennas in constricted urban environments.

 

Additionally, Taiwan Mobile will implement Nokia's industry-leading Carrier Aggregation technology to its network. This combines radio spectrum to significantly boost the data rates offering customers better throughput, capacity, and performance.

 

Nokia has partnered with Taiwan Mobile for over 20 years and has previously provided 2G, 3G, and 4G mobile networks covering RAN, mobile core, and voice core. Nokia has most recently supported Taiwan Mobile in the deployment of its nationwide 5G infrastructure including over 3,000 new cell sites.

 

Jamie Lin, President at Taiwan Mobile, said: "This expanded partnership with Nokia marks a significant step forward in our commitment to providing our 10 million customers with the best possible 5G experience, while also supporting the growing needs of over 1 million IoT devices across our network. By leveraging Nokia's cutting-edge AirScale portfolio, we are not only enhancing network performance and capacity but also reinforcing our dedication to sustainability and advancing our Telco+Tech strategies. This collaboration will enable us to deliver superior connectivity to both urban and rural areas, ensuring that all our customers can enjoy the full benefits of the 5G era."

 

Tommi Uitto, President of Mobile Networks at Nokia, said: "Nokia is partnering with Taiwan Mobile to modernize their 5G and 4G networks to deliver enhanced performance and coverage and better customer experience. We are deploying the latest equipment from our energy-efficient AirScale portfolio, which will enable a greener network with reduced environmental impact, contributing to the operator's sustainability goals."

 

Resources and additional information
Webpage: Nokia 5G
Product page: AirScale Radio Access

Product page: MantaRay Network Management

Webpage: Nokia 5G Core

Webpage: Nokia Voice Core

 

About Nokia
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As a B2B technology innovation leader, we are pioneering networks that sense, think and act by leveraging our work across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. In addition, we create value with intellectual property and long-term research, led by the award-winning Nokia Bell Labs.

 

With truly open architectures that seamlessly integrate into any ecosystem, our high-performance networks create new opportunities for monetization and scale. Service providers, enterprises and partners worldwide trust Nokia to deliver secure, reliable, and sustainable networks today – and work with us to create the digital services and applications of the future.

 

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