Motorola's Global Telecom Solutions Sector has announced an agreement to build a 3G Universal Mobile Telecommunications System (UMTS) network in northern Portugal.
The company was awarded the three-year deal by Optimus following a successful four-month network trial. Optimus plans to deliver 3G services to northern Portugal by 2004.
Margaret Rice-Jones, corporate vice president of Motorola, which has its European headquarters in Swindon, said: "Winning this 3G Optimus contract is a major landmark for Motorola and reflects our growing success and commitment in the European market for all types of mobile infrastructure."
"Optimus' choice of Motorola's equipment is testimony to the technical strength of our UMTS solution and of our strong relationship with the company.
"We look forward to working with Optimus in the future to help deliver innovative 3G services.
Antonio Casanova, chief executive officer for Optimus added: "By working together we will build a cost effective and high quality solution to provide the future means of communication for this country."
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