Redback Networks Inc., an Ericsson company (NASDAQ:ERIC) that makes video–centric routers for 75 percent of the world´s largest triple–play networks, today announced a deal to deliver next generation broadband services to Borusan Telekom, a leading operator in Turkey. Borusan Telekom selected Redback products, SmartEdge® and NetOp TM Policy Manager for their proven success as a subscriber management platform in Turkey and all over the world.
Under the deal, Redback SmartEdge routers will deliver complex Internet services for Borusan Telekom´s business and residential customers by supporting L2/L3 VPNs, VPLS, B–RAS, Virtual Router, Multilink PPP, L2TP and advanced QoS functionalities. The SmartEdge platform positions Borusan to lower both capital and operational costs by enabling the operator to deliver multiple services on the same platform.
"We selected the SmartEdge platform as a strategic choice for our network architecture. With SmartEdge we are able to consolidate our residential and business services onto a single platform, while being able to deliver next–generation services to our customers," commented Ufuk Yasibeyli, Network Manager of Borusan Telekom. "The platform will enable us to streamline both our architecture and operations, while at the same time future–proof our network."
"Operators need to deliver the latest services to their customers to remain innovative, but at the same time face competitive market pressures to constantly reduce operating costs. Normally these two demands would be at odds, but with the SmartEdge platform, operators are able to deploy multiple services without the need to purchase extra equipment or make changes to their infrastructure," commented Magnus Almquist, SVP Worldwide Sales Operations at Redback Networks. "Borusan Telekom is a key player in Turkey and highlights our growth in the wider European market, following a number of recent wins in the region."
Redback routers manage data, voice and video services for 75 percent of the world´s largest telephone companies. More than 40 percent of Redback routers also provide business services for top 20 carriers. Typical network applications managed by SmartEdge routers include broadband access (such as high–speed Internet services), edge routing (such as VoIP and VPN services) and Ethernet aggregation (such as IPTV and other video services).
About Borusan Telekom
Borusan Telekom is Turkey´s leading alternative telecommunications operator.
It has been operational since 1996 and became the first operator with a Type A License to sign an interconnection agreement with Turk Telekom in 2004.
Borusan Telekom, with the aim of carrying its internet service provider leader position into corporate voice services, increased its revenue by more than 100% every year since 2002.
Borusan Telekom obtained Infrastructure License in August 2007 and signed Bitstream Access and Local Loop Unbundling Agreements in May 2008. The company has focused on making fiber infrastructure investments in year 2008 in order to provide higher quality services at competitive prices.
About Redback Networks
An Ericsson company since January 2007 (NASDAQ:ERIC), Redback Networks Inc. has sold more than 106 million broadband subscriber licenses to 75 percent of the world´s largest telephone companies worldwide. Redback´s multi–service routing platform delivers next generation broadband services such as VoIP, IPTV, On–Demand Video, and on–line gaming. Redback Networks has more than 500 carrier customers worldwide and is based in San Jose, CA. For more information, visit Redback Networks at www.redback.com.
About Ericsson
Ericsson is the world´s leading provider of technology and services to telecom operators. The market leader in 2G and 3G mobile technologies, Ericsson supplies communications services and manages networks that serve more than 195 million subscribers. The company´s portfolio comprises mobile and fixed network infrastructure, and broadband and multimedia solutions for operators, enterprises and developers. The Sony Ericsson joint venture provides consumers with feature–rich personal mobile devices.
Ericsson is advancing its vision of "communication for all" through innovation, technology and sustainable business solutions. Working in 175 countries, more than 70,000 employees generated revenue of USD 27.9 billion (SEK 188 billion) in 2007. Founded in 1876 and headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, Ericsson is listed on OMX Nordic Exchange Stockholm and NASDAQ.
For more information, visit www.ericsson.com or www.ericsson.mobi.
