Russian operator VimpelCom has chosen Nokia Solutions and Networks as vendor for its LTE radio access networks in the central region of Russia, Siberia, South and most of the Volga and Ural regions. Under the five-year agreement, NSN will deliver, install and integrate LTE radio access equipment. The company will also provide rollout services for the implementation and commissioning of 4G mobile broadband services. 

Under the contract, NSN will implement its Single RAN advanced platform built around Flexi Multiradio 10 Base Station. The company will also provide its NetAct network management system to enable consolidated configuration, monitoring and optimization of VimpelCom’s network resources and services.

In addition, NSN will deliver its comprehensive professional services, including network planning, optimization and implementation, in order to ensure rapid and reliable deployment of the LTE network, as well as its ongoing care services.