Zain Iraq selects Ericsson vEPC to upgrade network

Zain Iraq and EricssonZain Iraq has selected Ericsson to upgrade its existing network using Ericsson’s virtual Evolved Packet Core (vEPC) to meet the growing data demands of its customers.

Ericsson will modernize the current infrastructure of Zain Iraq’s network by implementing a solution that will enable the operator to quickly introduce new services for customers, while maintaining high performance network requirements.

Ericsson on Monday said it will modernize Zain Iraq’s infrastructure into Ericsson NFV infrastructure (NFVi) solution, which provides a software-defined infrastructure with Hyperscale Datacenter System 8000. Ericsson will also provide system integration and support services.

“This investment and modernization of our network is an example of reflects our commitment to providing the mobile community in Iraq with the highest quality of service available, delivered via cutting edge infrastructure and technology to ensure a superior mobile experience,” said Ali Al-Zahid, CEO of Zain Iraq.

Rafiah Ibrahim, the president of Ericsson Middle East and Africa, was responsible for partnership with Zain Iraq.

Zain Iraq and Ericsson already have a managed services deal.

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