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Motorola and Zain Kuwait rollout HSPA+, Expanding and Enhancing HSPA Network
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Zain Kuwait has awarded a new contract to Motorola to expand and upgrade the operator’s network to HSPA+ technology. The network expansion and implementation of new HSPA+ software will enhance mobile broadband peak downlink rates to up to 21.6 Mbps and boost indoor coverage. Motorola deployed Zain Kuwait’s 3G network in 2007 and subsequently carried out an HSPA upgrade to enable increased data speeds of 14.4 Mbps in mid-2008.

Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) announced today a contract with Zain’s operation in  Kuwait to expand and upgrade the operator’s 3G HSPA mobile broadband network to HSPA+, which supports increased download speeds of up to 21.6 Mbps, as well as implementing enhancements to the uplink.

“Zain strives to offer its customers the fastest mobile broadband service possible and our continued collaboration with Motorola provides us with the latest solutions to facilitate the best customer experience,” said Khaled Al Hajeri, CEO, Zain in Kuwait.  “We have trust in Motorola’s technology and ability to deliver on 3G, as was previously demonstrated in the rapid deployment of our first contract.”   

With the expansion of the network and implementation of new HSPA+ software, Zain will be able to provide customers with improved indoor coverage, as well as an enhanced mobile internet experience with improved internet browsing and faster downloading of video clips, films and music.  To accommodate the improved services, Zain will offer customers devices capable of supporting data speeds of up to 21.6 Mbps.

“Our HSPA+ technology enables Zain to offer customers rich mobile services, this coupled with Motorola’s continued support and renowned service capabilities will help ensure quality of service and optimal customer experience,” said Ali Amer, vice president, Middle East, Africa and Pakistan, Motorola Home & Networks Mobility. 

This network expansion and upgrade builds on Motorola’s successful deployment of Zain’s 3G network announced in 2007 and subsequent upgrade that enabled increased data speeds of 14.4 Mbps as announced in mid 2008.

About Zain

Zain is a leading telecommunications operator across the Middle East and Africa providing mobile voice and data services to 69.5 million active customers as at 30 June 2009. In terms of country footprint, Zain is the 3rd largest mobile operator in the world with a commercial presence in 24 countries.

The Zain brand is wholly owned by Mobile Telecommunications Company KSC, which is listed on the Kuwait Stock Exchange (Stock ticker: ZAIN). Zain is listed in the Financial Times’ Global 500 Index which ranks the world’s largest companies based on market capitalization. Zain aims to become one of the top ten mobile operators in the world by end of the year 2011. For more, please visit www.zain.com  or email This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

About Motorola

Motorola is known around the world for innovation in communications and is focused on advancing the way the world connects. From broadband communications infrastructure, enterprise mobility and public safety solutions to high-definition video and mobile devices, Motorola is leading the next wave of innovations that enable people, enterprises and governments to be more connected and more mobile. Motorola (NYSE: MOT) had sales of US $30.1 billion in 2008. For more information, please visit www.motorola.com.