Ericsson has been selected by telecom operators Polkomtel and Aero2 to supply WCDMA and LTE infrastructure in Poland.

The agreement will also covers modernisation of the core network and services including deployment, integration and support services for three years, followed by an automatic extension for an indefinite period.

New upgrades will allow for expanded WCDMA and LTE coverage in northern and western Poland to complement with growing smartphones and increased demand for mobile broadband.

The radio applications provided under the terms of this agreement will enhance coverage, capacity and throughput for customers of Polkomtel and Aero2.

Ericsson will also provide a range of services including design, deployment, integration and support for the upgraded mobile broadband network for a period of three years after which the contract could be extended for an indefinite period.

Ericsson has been a partner of Polkomtel’s since 2002, providing and implementing GSM and WCDMA networks, as well as microwave transmission, IP and packet core applications.