Wavecom and Telenor Connexion cooperate on telematics and M2M communications
-- EDN, March 5, 2009
Wavecom and Telenor Connexion have announced the signing of an agreement that will allow the two companies to offer accessibility to Telenor’s network with Wavecom Wireless CPU devices by embedding the Telenor Connexion SIM component into the Wavecom devices. This effort targets high-volume applications such as automotive telematics systems, on-board equipment for intelligent transport systems, and smart meters for utility companies.
“Following the launch of Telenor Connexion last October, this agreement with Wavecom will be a step forward in meeting the new company’s goal to spearhead global expansion of telematics and M2M communication. We are focused on supplying every customer throughout the world with a contract for connectivity tailored to their specific business needs. Based on multiple roaming agreements, we can ensure high quality connections even outside of Telenor’s existing geographic zones,” says Dan Mårtensson, vice president, automotive, at Telenor Connexion. “The announcement today with Wavecom, a recognized world leader in cellular technologies for telematics and M2M communication, is one more step for Telenor Connexion towards enabling easier access to wireless communication for products that touch everyone’s lives.”
“The management and logistics required for plastic SIM cards has long been a barrier to large-scale expansion of telematics and M2M, said Olivier Beaujard, group vice president for business development at Wavecom, adding that an inSIM SIM card personalized for Telenor Connexion will simplify connectivity.
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