Sistema Shyam, first in the world to opt for Rev B

 Sistema Shyam Teleservices (SSTL) is the first operator in the world to go for CDMA EV-DO Rev B Phase 2 commercial contract. The EV-Do Rev B Phase 2 commercial launch will commence from Rajasthan circle.

The commercial use of EV-DO Rev B technology will greatly enhance the existing service speeds of mobile broadband for SSTL.

 Compared to EV-DO Rev B Phase 1, Phase 2 technology will further enhance the BTS cell capacity, spectrum efficiency and peak rate, achieving high speed rate as high as 4.9 Mbps in single frequency carrier and 14.7 Mbps in three frequency carriers bundle.

SSTL has given Rev B order and CDMA expansion contract to ZTE and according to industry analysts, Rev B order is to the tune of US $6 million. ZTE's solution is based on SDR Uni-RAN technology can realize the system upgrade by just changing the channel card and software, which would protect the investment of SSTL to the fullest.

“We are excited to partner with ZTE for further upgradation of our telecom network including the CDMA EV-DO Rev B Phase 2 roll-out. This would enable us to cater to the fast growing demand for high speed mobile broadband in the country. SSTL currently provides high speed mobile broadband services in over 150 towns across India”, said Vsevolod Rozanov, president & chief executive officer, Sistema Shyam TeleServices.

“We are very proud that we have won the world's first CDMA EV-DO Rev B Phase 2 commercial contract from SSTL and it serves to showcase our global leadership. This contract will serve to further enhance SSTL's service offerings and strengthen the strategic partnership between the two companies. We will continue to provide world-class products and services to the Indian market and focus on enhancing our leadership position”, said Cui Liangjun, CEO, ZTE India.

SSTL operates its telecom services across India under MTS brand and has over 11 million wireless customers and provides high speed mobile broadband services in over 150 towns across India.