RDL.L Regulatory News (RDL)

12 Nov 2007 16:35

Redline Communications Group Inc.12 November 2007 Contact information:Redline Communications Equicom GroupCarolyn Anderson / Paree Katharos Craig Armitage / Vanessa Beresfordcanderson@redlinecommunications.com / carmitage@equicomgroup.com /pkatharos@redlinecommunications.com vberesford@equicomgroup.comTel: + 1 905 479 8344 +1 416 815 0700 Buchanan Communications Canaccord AdamsJeremy Garcia / James Strong Chris Bowman / Andrew ChubbTel: +44 (0)20 7466 5000 Tel: +44 (0)20 7050 6500 Immediate Release 12 November 2007 Redline Communications Inc Redline's RedMAX(TM)products chosen for first WiMAX network in Lebanon Comium Data Lebanon selects Redline's WiMAX Forum Certified(TM)system for high-capacity IP network in Lebanon TORONTO, ON - November 12, 2007 - Redline Communications Inc. (TSX and AIM: RDL), a leading provider of standards-based WiMAX and broadband wirelessinfrastructure products, today announced that its RedMAX(TM)WiMAX products havebeen chosen by Comium Data Lebanon ("Comium"), for its country-wide WiMAXnetwork in Lebanon. Comium Data Lebanon is part of the Comium Group, which has a presence in 14countries, including the United States, Brazil, Poland, France, and severalcountries throughout the Middle East and Africa, and is one of four licenseddata carriers in Lebanon. Comium Data is the first in Lebanon to deploy WiMAXForum Certified(TM)WiMAX equipment for commercial voice, video and databroadband services. Redline's RedMAX technology was selected following acompetitive review process to replace Comium's existing line-of-sight fixedwireless access legacy infrastructure for its broadband network. Comium plans tocomplete country-wide coverage based on RedMAX by mid-2008. "Comium chose Redline products to construct the largest, most rigorouslyengineered IP network in Lebanon because we believe that Redline has the mosttechnologically advanced, reliable WiMAX infrastructure solutions availabletoday," said Khaldoun Farhat, VP, Comium Data. "Redline's WiMAX technologyenables us to deliver high-bandwidth services to a higher number of subscribersthan with other solutions we considered, with 24 hours a day, 7 days a weekfault-proof availability." Comium joins the more than 125 operators worldwide that have chosen Redline'sRedMAX products for their WiMAX deployments. Comium's WiMAX network will havethe potential to pass hundreds of thousands of homes and currently has manythousands of subscribers in Beirut, Mount Lebanon, Tripoli, Keserwan andNabatiye with potential for additional growth. "Comium is one of the latest examples of a leading telecommunications companywith the vision and expertise to choose WiMAX technologies as the foundation fortheir broadband wireless networks," said Kevin Suitor, Vice President, Marketingand Business Development, Redline Communications. "The economic and operationalbenefits of WiMAX continue to ensure that operators expand their networks andservice offerings to reach new, lucrative markets without the burden ofsubstantial capital expenditure." -more- 2/... The Redline RedMAX installation delivers high-speed internet and data servicesto VLAN and WWAN enterprise customers, SOHO and SME customers and educationaland health care institutions, using Redline's WiMAX Forum Certified(TM)RedMAXBase Station (AN-100U), RedMAX Outdoor Subscriber Unit (SU-O) and RedMAX IndoorSubscriber Unit (SU-I). The RedMAX network consists of Redline base stations that connect with end-usersin Beirut, Mount Lebanon, Tripoli, Keserwan and Nabatiye via Redline subscriberunits. The WiMAX links connect customers at distance of up to 17 km at speeds ofup to 2Mbps per connection for applications such as telemedicine, branchoffices, and remote ICT development centres. Redline's RedMAX(TM)FamilyRedline's RedMAX family of WiMAX solutions includes the world's first completesystem to receive the WiMAX Forum Certified(TM)mark for conformance to the WiMAXstandards for performance and interoperability. Redline's carrier-class RedMAXBase Station (AN-100U) supports voice, video, and prioritized data traffic,enabling long-range, high-capacity wireless broadband networks. Redline's WiMAXproducts also include the RedMAX Indoor Subscriber Unit (SU-I) and OutdoorSubscriber Unit (SU-O) designed for enterprise and residential services. TheRedMAX Management Suite enables operators to monitor and control the network,ensuring high service availability. Redline is maintaining its WiMAX leadershipwith the expansion of its RedMAX family to include products for additionalfrequency bands, applications and standards. RedMAX 4C Mobile WiMAXThe RedMAX 4C is the latest addition to Redline's family of WiMAX products.Operating in the 2.5 GHz and 3.5 GHz spectrum bands, RedMAX 4C is designed toconform to the requirements for 802.16e Certification Wave 2, which is the WiMAXForum's official certification program for Mobile WiMAX. Supporting a highconcentration of subscribers, it enables operators to realize a rapid return ontheir WiMAX investment, with a low total cost of ownership. The RedMAX 4Cincludes a modular, standardized micro Telecommunications Computing Architecturechassis base station that is small, lightweight and easy to deploy. RedMAX 4Cwill also include a suite of indoor and outdoor fixed and portable end-userdevices such as laptops, mobile handsets and PDAs. About Comium Data HoldingsComium is a Group of Engineering and Service companies specializing in fixed andmobile telecommunications networks and services. Founded in 1994, the Group isan acknowledged leader in the provision of telecommunication services in theMiddle East and African markets, with growing interests in both North and SouthAmerica. For more information, visit www.comium.com About Redline CommunicationsRedline Communications (www.redlinecommunications.com) is the leading providerof standards-based wireless broadband solutions. Redline's RedMAX(TM)WiMAX ForumCertified(TM)systems and award-winning RedCONNEX(TM)family of broadband wirelessinfrastructure products enable service providers and other network operators tocost-effectively deliver high-bandwidth services including voice, video and datacommunications. Redline is committed to maintaining its wireless industryleadership with the continued development of WiMAX and other advanced wirelessbroadband products. With more than 50,000 installations in 80 countries, and aglobal network of over 100 partners, Redline's experience and expertise helpsservice providers, enterprises and government organizations roll out wirelessbroadband networks to support advanced communications. NOTE: All registered and unregistered trademarks mentioned in this release arethe property of their respective owners. This information is provided by RNS The company news service from the London Stock Exchange