Pacific Internet and Intel to Collaborate on
Mobile WiMax in Singapore
Xinhua-PRNewswire-FirstCall
April 24, 2006
SINGAPORE, -- Pacific Internet Limited or PacNet (Nasdaq: PCNTF -
News), the largest telco-independent Internet communications service
provider by geographic reach in the Asia-Pacific, announced today that
it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Intel
Technology Asia Pte Ltd, the world's leading silicon chip maker, to
work towards Singapore's first mobile WiMax infrastructure.
Based on the Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers'
(IEEE's) 802.16e standard for mobility, mobile WiMax (Worldwide
Interoperability for Microwave Access) is poised to be the next market
disrupter, offering fixed, nomadic and mobile access to data, voice
and video applications at broadband speeds. With nomadic access, users
are not restricted to a single Internet access point but are able to
tap multiple access points within the same network. With mobile
access, users can stay connected even when on the move.
Advancing wireless adoption in Singapore and the region
Through the collaboration, PacNet and Intel look to advancing wireless
adoption in Singapore and the region, bringing wide-ranging benefits
to businesses, residents, content and application providers as well as
government agencies.
Access to various applications and critical information on the go
The interoperability of mobile WiMax will allow access via various
devices and global networks that are running on the WiMax standard,
enabling users to tap into a wide range of solutions and services.
Individuals will be able to enjoy the freedom of network accessibility
across the island for communication, entertainment and commerce.
Business applications supporting a mobile sales force, field
maintenance, asset management, security and marketing among others can
benefit from the mobile broadband capabilities of WiMax.
The network is also key in public safety and emergency situations
where critical responses are required. For example, a police officer
can access a database within a moving vehicle, and hospital staff can
view real-time images of a patient in an ambulance before it reaches
the hospital, to make the necessary preparations in advance.
''Mobile WiMax is an exciting development for Singapore. It is
personal broadband on the move, providing access to a wide range of
applications and information. It will empower a mobile workforce,
bringing about stronger communication and higher business efficiency.
The network will also open up exciting opportunities for content and
application providers," said Mr Kevin Lim, Managing Director of PacNet
Singapore.
New business models for differentiated wireless offerings
Under the MOU, the two companies will conduct studies, including
market trials, to better understand market needs and behaviour. PacNet
will leverage on Intel's know-how and worldwide experience in WiMax
and wireless access technology, including its strategic partnerships
along the value chain, to build new business models in offering
differentiated wireless services that will benefit operators
worldwide. The two companies will also look to sharing some of the
insights gained through the release of educational white papers.
''Our collaboration with PacNet once again shows that WiMax is real,''
said Mr Patrick Liew, Singapore country manager, Intel Technology
Asia. ''Intel continues to work with the ecosystem to supply
cost-efficient WiMax-based solutions around the world. The future
deployment of mobile WiMax will complement with the other wireless
technologies to achieve ubiquitous broadband wireless access. It is
going to change how governments and enterprises are run, how students
learn and how people communicate.''
''This MOU represents a shift in the way PacNet will bring increased
value to our customers,'' said Mr Teck Moh Phey, President and Chief
Executive Officer of PacNet. ''Through strategic partnerships with
leading technology companies such as Intel, PacNet will offer
differentiated services by combining our strong regional knowledge and
presence with next-generation products and solutions from these
vendors. Such services will be offered to all applicable countries in
the PacNet network. We are grateful for the opportunity to work with
Intel and we believe our customers will benefit greatly from it.''
PacNet's joint trial with Intel is expected to start in the middle of
2006 for select customers. PacNet will test the performance of both
nomadic and mobile access, such as ensuring a smooth handover so that
the connection and quality of service are maintained as users move
from one place to another within the mobile WiMax network.
Editor's Notes:
About Pacific Internet Limited
Pacific Internet Limited or PacNet (Nasdaq: PCNTF - News) is the
largest telco-independent Internet Communications Service Provider by
geographic reach in the Asia Pacific region. The company has direct
presence in Singapore, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Australia, India,
Thailand and Malaysia. PacNet delivers a comprehensive suite of
Internet data, voice and video services to corporate business and
consumer customers. For more information, visit www.pacnet.com .
Cautionary Statement
Statements made in this announcement with respect to PacNet's current
plans, estimates, strategies and beliefs and other statements that are
not historical facts are forward-looking statements about the future
performance of PacNet. Forward-looking statements include but are not
limited to those using words such as ''seek'', ''expect'',
''anticipate'', ''estimate'', ''believe'', ''intend'', ''project'',
''plan'', ''strategy'', ''forecast'' and similar expressions or future
or conditional verbs such as ''will'', ''would'', ''should'',
''could'', ''may'' and ''might''. These statements reflect
management's current expectations, beliefs, hopes, intentions or
strategies regarding the future and assumptions in light of currently
available information. They are subject to a number of risks and
uncertainties, including but not limited to (i) changes in the
economic, regulatory and political environments in the countries where
PacNet operates; (ii) changes and developments in technology and the
Internet marketplace; (iii) PacNet's continued ability to develop and
win acceptance of its products and services, which are offered in
highly competitive markets; (iv) the success of its joint ventures and
alliances; (v) exchange rates, particularly between the Singapore
dollar and the U.S. dollar and other currencies in which PacNet makes
significant sales or in which its assets and liabilities are
denominated; and (vi) the outcome of contingencies. In light of the
many risks and uncertainties surrounding the Internet marketplace, the
actual results could differ materially from those discussed in the
forward-looking statements. PacNet assumes no obligation to update any
such statements.
Media, Investor and Analyst Contacts:
Pacific Internet:
Singapore (Media)
Adeline Tan
Corporate Communications Manager
Pacific Internet Limited
Direct Tel: +65-6771-0443
Mobile: +65-9745-6345
Email: tan.adeline@pacific.net.sg
Singapore (Investors and Analysts)
Manisha Singh
Investor Relations Manager
Direct Tel: +65-6771-0433
Mobile: +65-9362-9044
Email: investor@pacific.net.sg
URL:
http://www.pacific.net.sg/business/investor
US (Media, Investors and Analysts)
Alan Katz
Cubitt Jacobs & Prosek
Tel: +1-212-279-3115 (ext. 211)
Email: alan@cjp.com
Intel Technology Asia:
Elvin Ong
Regional PR Manager, Asia Pacific
Intel Technology Asia Pte Ltd
Direct Tel: +65-6213-1704
Mobile: +65-9829-2055
Email: elvin.ong@intel.com
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