CMG will provide these operators with the capability to deploy both i-mode and WAP services in European markets using one common service architecture and infrastructure. These services will be among the first to use the new GPRS mobile data networks.

CMG has the proven ability to anticipate the functionality needed by operators, said Geert Kolthof, vice president of the Mobile Internet division at CMG, we are proud to be selected by these operators to perform a key role in the realization of their innovative wireless Internet strategy.

Innovation is – and always has been – one of the cornerstones of CMG’s business strategy. The adoption of i-mode is the next logical step towards the introduction of next-generation WAP standards. WAP NG (New Generation) is the upcoming global standard for wireless applications that merges WAP and i-mode. We are ready for that future in 2G, 2.5G as well as in 3G, Kolthof said to the press.