Major Chinese mobile operator selects Anite

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Anite PLC

19 February 2014

 



Major Chinese mobile operator selects Anite for its

TD-LTE device acceptance programme

Anite's leading GTI test coverage enables manufacturers to accelerate device validation

Fleet, Hampshire, UK - 19 February, 2014 - Anite, a global leader in wireless equipment testing technology,today announced that it has been selected to supply additional device testing systems to a major Chinese mobile operator for its TD-LTE device acceptance programme. The selection follows several years of close collaboration between the two parties and is a direct result of Anite's leading coverage of GTI* (Global TD-LTE Initiative) validated TD-LTE network simulator interoperability test scripts.

Anite was awarded the GTI Innovation Award last year for SAS, its interoperability testing solution which is used by leading mobile operators across the globe to accelerate device verification. The roll-out of TD-LTE technology and investment in the area of device testing has intensified as a result of China's recent allocation of 210 MHz of 4G spectrum to the country's three mobile carriers for the provision of TD-LTE service.

By using Anite's device testing solutions, chipset and device manufacturers are able to accelerate market introduction of new TD-LTE products. When both the mobile operator and the device manufacturer use Anite's lab-based test solutions consistent results can be achieved, resulting in reduced risk of device rejection and an accelerated market introduction. Lab-based device testing is quicker, more reliable and more cost-effective than device testing conducted solely in the field. Devices can be tested more accurately and rigorously through straightforward replication of a wide range of test scenarios specified by the mobile operator.

'Working in close collaboration with one of China's leading mobileoperators demonstrates Anite's pivotal role in one of the most exciting and rapidly growing global markets', says Paul Beaver, Products Director at Anite.

Christopher Humphrey, Anite's Chief Executive said:  'We are delighted to have extended our relationship with this major Chinese mobile operator with whom we have been collaborating for several years.  This is further evidence of the success of Anite's strategy to invest in China and the TD-LTE technology. Whilst it is not expected to materially benefit our expectations for the current financial year we anticipate that this close collaboration will benefit the business over the next few years.  Anite continues to lead the market in terms of investing in new products and developing new technology which we look forward to demonstrating to customers at MWC Barcelona next week.'

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* GTI was formed in 2011 by leading operators including China Mobile to create value for stakeholders across the TD-LTE ecosystem.

 

About Anite

Anite provides a comprehensive range of critical IT solutions to the Wireless and Travel sectors across the globe. Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Anite develops and implements software as well as provides consultancy, systems integration and managed services to ensure that our customers operate effectively and securely. By using the latest technologies to deliver quality and cost-effective solutions, Anite meets customers' specific requirements and realises tangible results for its clients.

Anite offers industry leading device and network test solutions for an enhanced end-user experience. Its rigorous and intuitive test solutions accelerate new device launches and ensure optimised network performance. As a global market leader with over 20 years' experience, Anite provides cutting-edge technology to a wide range of customers including device, chipset and network equipment manufacturers, mobile operators and test houses. Anite's key partners rely on its expertise and highly flexible, reliable test solutions.

Headquartered in the UK, Anite has offices in 16 countries across Europe, America, Asia and the Middle East. For more information, please visit www.anite.com.

For further information, please contact:

Karolina Eklund, Anite, Tel: [phone], Email: [e-mail]

Matt Humphries, Babel PR, Tel: [phone], Email: [e-mail]

 

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