ZTE Successfully Becomes the Exclusive Supplier for Entel to Build Largest FTTx Network in Bolivia

Entel to deploy ZTE’s ZXA10 C300 next-generation, large-capacity, high-density, and convergent full-service access platform

SHENZHEN, China - Thursday, September 11th 2014 [ME NewsWire]

(BUSINESS WIRE)-- ZTE Corporation (“ZTE”) (H share stock code: 0763.HK / A share stock code: 000063.SZ), a publicly-listed global provider of telecommunications equipment, network solutions and mobile devices, is pleased to be the exclusive winner for the tender from Entel S.A. to build the first large-scale FTTx network in Bolivia covering all the 4 regions, offering fast broadband connectivity to consumers and businesses in the country.

Entel will deploy ZTE’s ZXA10 C300 next-generation, large-capacity, high-density, and convergent full-service access platform to meet the requirements for rapid construction and smooth evolution of networks. The ZXA10 C300 platform supports smooth upgrade to NG PON and WDM PON technologies. When completed, Entel’s FTTx network will cover most areas of Bolivia, reducing the digital divide between different regions.

Entel is the largest communications operator in Bolivia, ranking No.1 in wireless market. Entel has about 4 million terminal users, and provides GSM, UMTS, 700 MHz LTE, and other wireless services. Through the FTTx project that will be launched this year, Entel will greatly improve the wired broadband access services, and consolidate its leading position in Bolivia's telecommunications market.

Mr. Zhu Yongxing, General Manager of ZTE's Fixed Network Product Line, said, "With advanced technical solutions and extensive commercial experience, ZTE is a global leader in FTTx solutions. We will help Entel provide better broadband services for customers to achieve sustainable growth and improve its competitive strength in Bolivia. In addition, we will help Entel roll out broadband services to most areas of the country, improving the country’s broadband penetration rate for the benefit of citizens."

Before this project, ZTE built the two largest GPON networks in South America: the nationwide GPON network of ANTEL in Uruguay and the nationwide FTTH network of ETB in Colombia.

ZTE is one of the leading providers of fixed network equipment globally. A report of OVUM, a well-known market research company, shows that ZTE shipped 4.78 million lines of GPON products between the fourth quarter of 2013 and the first quarter of 2014, an increase of 23.6% compared with the preceding period. ZTE was the fastest-growing major vendor in that period.

About ZTE

ZTE is a publicly-listed global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions with the most comprehensive product range covering virtually every telecommunications sector, including wireless, access & bearer, VAS, terminals and professional services. The company delivers innovative, custom-made products and services to over 500 operators in more than 160 countries, helping them to meet the changing needs of their customers while growing revenue. ZTE commits 10 per cent of its annual revenue to research and development and has leadership roles in several international bodies devoted to developing telecommunications industry standards. ZTE is committed to corporate social responsibility and is a member of the UN Global Compact. The company is China’s only listed telecom manufacturer that is publicly traded on both the Hong Kong and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges (H share stock code: 0763.HK / A share stock code: 000063.SZ). For more information, please visitwww.zte.com.cn.

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