Nokia to Procure Key Parts, Modules for WiMAX From Taiwan

Nokia is scheduled to map out an overall global strategy for its Worldwide Interoperability for Microwave Access (WiMAX) business deployment late this year, a move which is expected to bring many business opportunities to local suppliers of key parts and modules, according to Mike Wang, regional general manger for Nokia Networks.

 

Wang pointed out that Nokia has decided to utilize third-generation (3G) base stations with built-in WiMAX capability for the deployment of its WiMAX network equipment business, and plans to procure key parts and modules from Taiwan under to the same mode as its has purchased equipment for 3G base stations

Industry sources said that Nokia's future procurements are expected to benefit several leading network-equipment makers on the island, including Hon Hai Precision Ind. Co. Ltd., GemTek Technology Co., Ltd., and D-Link Corp

Data compiled by market-investigation company Gartner showed that Ericsson was last year's No. 1 global mobile-telecom equipment supplier, accounting for 27% of the global supply, trailed by Nokia (14%), Siemens (13%), and Motorola (11%)

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Posted by Dal on May 6, 2006 12:09 PM |
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