Nokia and MobileOne (M1), one of the leading mobile and IDD service providers in Singapore, have entered into an agreement for the supply of the first High Speed Packet Access (HSPA) network in Singapore.

In addition to the HSPA supply, Nokia will expand M1's WCDMA 3G radio network coverage and upgrade M1's core network as well as provides a software upgrade. Also, included are network optimization and deployment services consisting of installation, commissioning, integration and acceptance testing of the network. The value of this agreement is USD 30 million.

 "We are delighted to be selected as the preferred supplier of HSPA networks by M1. This win clearly confirms and demonstrates M1's confidence in Nokia to deliver high-quality cutting-edge technology to mobile operators and consumers," says Ricky Corker, Vice President, Asia Pacific, Networks, Nokia. "With Nokia, operators can bring a new class of services to market quickly, cost-effectively and with the highest network performance, this shows further proof of Nokia's strength in advanced radio network technologies."