Tejas Networks helps Vodafone Idea amp up capacity
20 December 2024
Vodafone Idea is boosting its backhaul capacity and network performance with packet and optical transmission products from Tejas Networks.
The three-year contract will see Tejas supply its TJ1400 and TJ1600 solutions across several telecom circles as Vodafone Idea continues deploying 4G and 5G.
Find out moreThaicom granted approval for India satcoms services
20 December 2024
Thaicom’s subsidiary IPSTAR India has been granted approval by the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Center (IN-SPACe) to provide broadband satellite services in India.
According to Thaicom, IN-SPACe authorized IPSTAR India to provide satellite-related services using the Thaicom 4 satellite at 119.5º East and Thaicom 8 at 78.5º East. The authorisation also includes Thaicom’s upcoming new satellite, Thaicom 9, which is being supplied by Astranis and will be launched sometime next year to replace Thaicom 4 in the 119.5º East slot.
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XL Axiata and Smartfren Telecom agree merger deal
19 December 2024
XL Axiata and Smartfren Telecom have finally agreed to merge their operations in a deal valued at IDR104 trillion after years of rumours and negotiations.
Under the merger, Smartfren and its subsidiary SmartTel will be dissolved into XL Axiata. The resulting new company, XLSmart (full name: PT XLSmart Telecom Sejahtera Tbk), will be jointly controlled by parent companies Axiata Group and Sinar Mas, who will each hold a 34.8% stake.
Find out more Edotco Bangladesh and Grameenphone to extend 4G
17 December 2024
Edotco’s Bangladesh unit has signed a multi-year deal with Grameenphone to extend their existing infrastructure leasing agreement to support the telco’s 4G network expansion into underserved areas.
Edotco said that its reinforced strategic partnership with Grameenphone would not only enable the telco to expand its network coverage to outlying areas, but also enhance digital connectivity across Bangladesh and support the country’s digital transformation and digital inclusion goals.
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