TORONTO, September 4 /PRNewswire/ --
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Redline Communications Group Inc. ("Redline") (TSX and AIM: RDL), a leading provider of WiMAX and broadband wireless infrastructure products, and Tech Mahindra, a global systems integrator and leading provider of IT solutions to the telecom industry, today announced the two companies have signed a global partnership agreement to deliver Mobile WiMAX solutions. The companies will begin their first joint Mobile WiMAX deployments for selected carriers in the Asia-Pacific region in 2008. Under the agreement, Tech Mahindra is the preferred systems integrator for the deployment of Redline's RedMAX(TM) 4C Mobile WiMAX solutions. Tech Mahindra has also chosen Redline as its preferred WiMAX technology provider. In addition to the planned WiMAX deployments for carriers in Asia, the companies will jointly pursue Mobile WiMAX deployments in other key global markets.
"The demand for true WiMAX solutions among the carriers we serve has grown exponentially over the past several years, as has carriers' expectations for WiMAX performance," said CP Gurnani, President, International Operations, Tech Mahindra. "To ensure these customers can achieve their business objectives, we required a mobile WiMAX equipment provider with extensive in-field experience. Redline, with its large roster of commercial RedMAX deployments and commitment to ensuring a strong WiMAX ecosystem, is the best choice for us to meet our customers' needs and increase our presence in the fast-growing WiMAX industry."
Tech Mahindra is currently working with several carriers throughout the Asia Pacific region to assist them in evaluating and deploying Redline's RedMAX 4C Mobile WiMAX offerings. On each joint WiMAX project, Tech Mahindra will deliver complete systems integration including the incorporation of OSS and back office systems and software.
"Tech Mahindra is one of the best-known global telecommunications systems integration providers in the world," said Majed Sifri, President and CEO, Redline Communications Inc. "We are pleased to have formed this strategic partnership agreement to deliver a complete Mobile WiMAX product and services solution."
RedMAX 4C(TM) Mobile WiMAX
The RedMAX 4C(TM), which is based on the WiMAX industry's 802.16e-2005 standards for mobile WiMAX, supports a wide range of fixed, portable and mobile wireless services including support Voice and Video over IP, broadband Internet access used to support highly valued education, medical, transportation and municipal applications, VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) and other advanced communications services. The RedMAX 4C(TM) Mobile WiMAX platform is designed to enable operators to maximize the reach and customer density required for a profitable carrier business model. The RedMAX 4C(TM) includes a modular, standardized (micro)TCA (micro Telecommunications Computing Architecture) chassis base station that is small, lightweight and easy to deploy. RedMAX 4C(TM) will also include a suite of indoor and outdoor fixed and portable end-user devices including laptops, mobile handsets and PDAs. Redline's new WiMAX offering is also designed to facilitate the integration of its existing RedMAX(TM) products with its RedMAX 4C(TM) technologies, providing operators a path to true mobility.
About Tech Mahindra
Tech Mahindra (www.techmahindra.com) is a leading provider of solutions and services to the telecommunications industry, majority stake owned by Mahindra & Mahindra Limited, in partnership with British Telecommunications plc. With total revenues of $934 million in the year ended March 31, 2008, Tech Mahindra is India's 6th largest software exporter, and serves telecom service providers, equipment manufacturers, software vendors and systems integrators. Tech Mahindra solutions enable clients to maximize returns on IT investment by achieving fast time to market, reduced total cost of ownership and high customer satisfaction. Tech Mahindra achieves this through its domain and process expertise, distinctive IT skills, research and development, proven innovative delivery models and approach to off shoring.
Assessed at SEI-CMMi Level 5 and PCMM Level 5, Tech Mahindra's track record for value-delivery is supported by over 24000 professionals who provide a unique blend of culture, domain expertise and in-depth technology skill-sets. Its development centres are ISO 9001:2000 & BS7799 certified. Tech Mahindra has principal offices in the UK, United States, Germany, UAE, Egypt, Singapore, India, Thailand, Taiwan, Malaysia, Philippines, Canada & Australia.
About Redline Communications
Redline Communications (www.redlinecommunications.com) is the leading provider of fixed and mobile standards-based wireless broadband solutions. Redline's RedMAX(TM) WiMAX Forum Certified(TM) system, RedMAX 4C Mobile WiMAX(TM) products, and its award-winning RedCONNEX(TM) and RedACCESS(TM) families of broadband wireless infrastructure products enable service providers and other network operators to cost-effectively deliver high- bandwidth services, including voice, video and data communications. Redline is committed to maintaining its wireless industry leadership with the continued development of WiMAX and other advanced wireless broadband products. With more than 100,000 installations in 85 countries, and a global network of over 170 partners, Redline's experience and expertise helps service providers, enterprises and government organizations roll out wireless broadband networks to support advanced communications.
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For further information: Redline Communications: Carolyn Anderson, Chantelle Bani, canderson@redlinecommunications.com, cbani@redlinecommunications.com, Tel: +1-905-479-8344; Tech Mahindra: Rupal Sancheti, rupals@techmahindra.com, Tel: +91-98212-18676; Canaccord Adams: Neil Johnson, Andrew Chubb, Tel: +44(0)20-7050-6500; Equicom Group: Craig Armitage, Vanessa Beresford, carmitage@equicomgroup.com, vberesford@equicomgroup.com, Tel: +1-416-815-0700
For further information: Redline Communications: Carolyn Anderson, Chantelle Bani, canderson@redlinecommunications.com, cbani@redlinecommunications.com, Tel: +1-905-479-8344; Tech Mahindra: Rupal Sancheti, rupals@techmahindra.com, Tel: +91-98212-18676; Canaccord Adams: Neil Johnson, Andrew Chubb, Tel: +44(0)20-7050-6500; Equicom Group: Craig Armitage, Vanessa Beresford, carmitage@equicomgroup.com, vberesford@equicomgroup.com, Tel: +1-416-815-0700
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