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Nokia Networks becomes sole supplier for Airtel-Vodafone’s 4G network in the Channel Islands

PRESS RELEASE -- 6, November 2014

Nokia Networks is sole supplier for 4G network in the Channel Islands Airtel-Vodafone makes multimillion pound investment Channel Islands/UK, 6-11-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Airtel-Vodafone has selected Nokia Networks, the world’s specialist in mobile broadband, as sole supplier for its 4G network … Read the full press release

Vodafone partners with Dresden University of Technology to research and develop 5G technology

PRESS RELEASE -- 30, September 2014

Berkshire, UK, 30-9-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Vodafone today announced a partnership with Dresden University of Technology to research and develop 5G technology.  Vodafone will work with the university to bring together academics, developers and technology companies to explore the capabilities … Read the full press release

SAT-3/WASC/SAFE Parties and Alcatel-Lucent completed the upgrade of the SAT-3/WASC undersea cable system linking Europe to the west coast of Africa

PRESS RELEASE -- 3, September 2014

Increased speeds boost ability of 14,350km cable system to meet growing demand for broadband services and connectivity. Paris, 3-9-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — SAT-3/WASC/SAFE Parties and Alcatel-Lucent (Euronext Paris and NYSE: ALU) have completed the fourth upgrade of the SAT-3/WASC undersea cable system, … Read the full press release

Ericsson to replace and upgrade the complete core network of Vodafone Hutchison Australia

PRESS RELEASE -- 22, August 2014

Vodafone Hutchison Australia to implement core technology upgrade to enhance network reliability, efficiency and performance Ericsson’s world leading core network solutions, consulting and transformation services enables evolution to an all IP network Ericsson’s IP Multimedia Subsystem will enable Vodafone Hutchison … Read the full press release

Vodafone and the Belgacom Group renewed their Partner Market agreement in Belgium and Luxembourg for further three years

PRESS RELEASE -- 5, August 2014

Berkshire, UK, 5-8-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Vodafone and the Belgacom Group have renewed their Partner Market agreement in Belgium and Luxembourg for a further three years.* The renewed non-equity Partner Market agreement builds on the strong co-operation that has existed between Vodafone … Read the full press release

Vodafone commissioned report: European consumers to be affected by mobile market competition unless operators can access fibre backhaul at reasonable prices

PRESS RELEASE -- 26, May 2014

Newbury, England, 26-5-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — European consumers will be affected by a deterioration of competition in the mobile market over the next three to five years unless mobile operators can access fibre backhaul owned by incumbent operators at reasonable prices, a new … Read the full press release

Helena Andreas appointed Head of Group Marketing and Communications at Nordea

PRESS RELEASE -- 1, May 2014

Helena Andreas has been appointed Head of the new unit Group Marketing and Communications. She will join Nordea on 1 June. Stockholm, Sweden, 1-5-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Helena Andreas comes from a position as Head of Retail Management at Vodafone Group, based in … Read the full press release

Samaritans Ireland launched free to call number for people who are struggling to cope

PRESS RELEASE -- 26, March 2014

Dublin, 26-3-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Samaritans Ireland has launched a new free to call number for people who are struggling to cope. The number will make it possible for people to access the service round the clock, every single day of the … Read the full press release

Banco Sabadell sells office complex Parque Empresarial Avenida América 115 in Madrid to London & Regional Properties

PRESS RELEASE -- 26, March 2014

Sabadell, Spain, 26-3-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — As part of its strategy to realise the assets contained in its real estate portfolio, Banco Sabadell has reached an agreement with the international investor, London & Regional Properties, to sell to this important British firm the office … Read the full press release

Vodafone brings automotive connectivity to Volkswagen and Audi vehicles

PRESS RELEASE -- 10, March 2014

Vodafone continues to develop a strong position in the automotive market Bringing connectivity to Volkswagen and Audi vehicles Newbury, ENG, 10-3-2014 — /EuropaWire/ —Vodafone today announced a new agreement with Volkswagen and Audi in Europe to provide automotive connectivity, starting with new … Read the full press release

Alpha Bank, Vodafone, Visa Europe and First Data introduced the first contactless mobile payments application in Greece

PRESS RELEASE -- 27, February 2014

Athens, Greece, 27-2-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Alpha Bank and Vodafone, in partnership with Visa Europe and First Data, introduce Tap ΄n Pay, the first mobile phone application for contactless payments in the Greek market. Tap ΄n Pay, an innovative “mobile wallet” application, ensures a … Read the full press release

EC adopts major regulatory proposals to complete the telecoms single market and deliver the Connected Continent

PRESS RELEASE -- 12, September 2013

12-9-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — The Commission today adopted major regulatory proposals to complete the telecoms single market and deliver a Connected Continent. The overarching aim is to build a connected, competitive continent and enabling sustainable digital jobs and industries; making life better … Read the full press release

Vodafone sold its 45% stake in Verizon Wireless to Verizon Communications Inc for £84B ($130B) in deal representing 9.4x EV / LTM EBITDA and 13.2x EV / LTM OpFCF

PRESS RELEASE -- 3, September 2013

NOT FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION OR DISTRIBUTION (IN WHOLE OR IN PART) IN, INTO OR FROM ANY JURISDICTION WHERE TO DO SO WOULD CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF THE RELEVANT LAWS OF SUCH JURISDICTION US$84 BILLION EXPECTED RETURN TO SHAREHOLDERS £6 BILLION … Read the full press release

Vodafone confirms discussions with Verizon Communications Inc. regarding the disposal of Vodafone’s US group for $130 billion

PRESS RELEASE -- 2, September 2013

02-9-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — Vodafone confirms that it is in advanced discussions with Verizon Communications Inc. regarding the disposal of Vodafone’s US group whose principal asset is its 45% interest in Verizon Wireless for US$130 billion. The consideration would substantially comprise a … Read the full press release

The new BlackBerry Q5 is now available in red, exclusively at Carphone Warehouse

PRESS RELEASE -- 12, July 2013

New BlackBerry handset continues the relaunch of the brand LONDON, 12-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The new BlackBerry Q5 is now available in red, exclusively at Carphone Warehouse, free from £21 a month. This stylish and perfectly sized smartphone features both a … Read the full press release

Vodafone announced plans to expand its Vodafone Global Enterprise (VGE) in Africa

PRESS RELEASE -- 9, July 2013

9-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Vodafone today announced the expansion in Africa of Vodafone Global Enterprise (VGE), the business unit providing communications services for Vodafone’s 1,700 largest multinational customers throughout Africa, Asia-Pacific, Europe and the Americas. Vodafone is experiencing strong growth in … Read the full press release

Kaspersky announced the winners of ‘CyberSecurity for the Next Generation 2013’

PRESS RELEASE -- 3, July 2013

Moscow, 3-7-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Kaspersky Lab is delighted to announce the winners of its global education project ‘CyberSecurity for the Next Generation 2013’. Following the 2013 finals at Royal Holloway, University of London the prizes went to: Firman Azhari from the Bandung Institute of … Read the full press release

CEO coalition, EC to collaborate on improving internet for kids

PRESS RELEASE -- 6, June 2013

Brussels, 6-6-2013 — /europawire.eu/ —  CEOs and senior board members from the world’s digital, media and tech companies (IP/11/1485) have met in Brussels to report directly to Commission Vice President Neelie Kroes on how they are making the internet a better, … Read the full press release

Viviane Reding and Neelie Kroes Statement on International Missing Children’s Day 25 May

PRESS RELEASE -- 27, May 2013

Brussels, 27-5-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Ahead of International Missing Children’s Day (25 May), European Commission Vice-President Viviane Reding, the EU’s Justice Commissioner said: “As every year, the European Commission is supporting International Missing Children Day to make sure we remember children who … Read the full press release

MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS and Vodafone McLaren Mercedes Agreement for Paddy Lowe to join the team on 3 June

PRESS RELEASE -- 22, May 2013

Brackley, 22-5-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Agreement has been reached between MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS and Vodafone McLaren Mercedes for Paddy Lowe to join the team on 3 June. Paddy will strengthen MERCEDES AMG PETRONAS in the role of Executive Director (Technical) and will … Read the full press release