In a bid to ensure a smooth transition to an all-IP network, Tekelec has been chosen to upgrade the T-Mobile (News - Alert) UK signaling network.

 

With the deployment, T-Mobile UK is able to better maximize its existing network resources and can migrate subscribers to new technologies as well as introduce roaming services and interoperability between networks with disparate technologies.

 

The order is the third T-Mobile has signed with Tekelec (News - Alert) in Europe in the past year.

"Tekelec addressed our requirements efficiently and cost-effectively while at the same time ensuring our network is future-proof," said David James, head of network planning and development, T-Mobile UK in a statement to the press.

 

"We have selected Tekelec for their superior solution, their strong local presence, and their successful implementation of this technology with other mobile operators in the UK and abroad."

Tekelec also rolled out their SIGTRAN --Internet protocol (IP)-based Signaling System 7 (SS7) solution, running on the EAGLE Signaling Solution platform at T-Mobile Germany and T-Mobile Netherlands, earlier this year.

 

According to a news release, this was a "stepping stone" for "migrating to Session Initiation Protocol (News - Alert) (SIP) signaling in IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) architecture."

"Tekelec technology is now deployed in two of the four tier-one mobile networks in the UK, a testament to our commitment to delivering innovative, reliable, high-quality signaling solutions for today and for the future," said Wolrad Claudy, Tekelec's managing director for Europe, Africa, Asia and Australia.

 

"We're privileged to be working with such a progressive company as T-Mobile as they evolve their networks to accommodate growth and offer new services. This roll-out places us at the heart of their signaling network and further enhances our international relationship."