Clearwire selects Alvarion to supply its mobile WiMAX solution in Spain

Clearwire International, a holding entity of Clearwire, which offers high-speed internet services, has selected Alvarion, a provider of WiMAX and wireless broadband solutions, to supply its mobile WiMAX 802.16e solution for an initial deployment in Spain.

Clearwire plans to offer 4G services there in selected urban areas during 2010, such as high-speed internet, VoIP and video to consumers and businesses.

Under the agreement, Alvarion will supply Clearwire, its 4Motion Mobile WiMAX 802.16e solution that incorporates BreezeMAX platform for the 3.5GHz frequency band.

BreezeMAX is designed to optimize network efficiency and enable superior coverage. The network will be built using an all-IP, open WiMAX architecture to allow Clearwire to leverage its global ecosystem of best of breed partners and solutions, according to the company.

Barry West, president of Clearwire International, said: "We believe the evolution and maturity of the mobile WiMAX standard has helped to position Clearwire as a leader in meeting the pent up demand for wireless broadband services.

"Alvarion's global WiMAX deployment experience and ability to support Clearwire's requirements made them an obvious choice as a supplier for our services in Spain. Alvarion's proven WiMAX solutions will serve a crucial role in helping Clearwire bring high speed wireless broadband services to our customers."

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