ECIL Eci Telecom Ltd (MM)

ECI Telecom Ltd. (NASDAQ: ECIL), a global provider of access and transport networking infrastructure equipment, today announced that Digicel, the fastest-growing telecommunications operator in the Caribbean, has chosen ECI�s optical and Ethernet solution to expand its broadband services enabled by WiMAX technology. Digicel is the first GSM mobile provider in the Caribbean to offer broadband wireless services via WiMAX to business and residential subscribers. This win demonstrates ECI's growing momentum in the converged optical and Ethernet market. Digicel deployed ECI�s XDM� Multi-Service Transport Platform (MSTP). Digicel�s next generation network will offer cost-effective fixed and mobile voice and data communications solutions to corporate customers, including VoIP. In the Caribbean, and more specifically in Jamaica, previous broadband offerings relied on fixed lines limiting services offered to subscribers. Most recently, Digicel purchased new XDM nodes to increase bandwidth to support the growing broadband wireless backhaul traffic islandwide into Kingston. Digicel selected the XDM because of its efficient multi-degree flexibility that enables several network layers on one platform including WDM, Ethernet and SONET. In addition, the XDM�s All-Range� WDM optics support a full range of distances from metro access to regional and long haul, providing Digicel with easy and cost effective options for network expansion in new regions to support new subscribers and services, while maintaining reliability. �As the largest GSM service provider in the Caribbean region, we are constantly looking for innovative ways to provide our customers with new and advanced services as part of our growing portfolio of innovative products,� said Richard Brown, Head of Network Development and Rollout of Digicel Jamaica. �Out of all the companies we evaluated, ECI had the most robust and innovative solution that met our needs for deploying the backhaul required islandwide for the new WiMAX network. Moreover, we have previously worked with ECI and were pleased with our past experiences with them." �We are excited to support Digicel in the growth of their WiMax network. This contract truly demonstrates the benefits of our converged optical, Ethernet and SONET solution to maximize service potential and manage new expansions for a growing network like Digicel�s,� said Emanuel Nachum, ECI Telecom�s Vice President, Americas Marketing. �Digicel recognized the flexibility and cost-effectiveness of our offerings to meet their various demands for new services in any network environment.� About Digicel Since its launch in 2001, Digicel has become the fastest-growing wireless telecommunications operator in the Caribbean. After six years, Digicel is renowned for competitive rates, unbeatable coverage, superior customer care, a wide variety of products and services, and state-of-the-art handsets. It is the largest GSM operator in the region. By offering innovative wireless services and community support, Digicel has become a leading brand in the Caribbean and has placed the region at the cutting-edge of wireless communications. Digicel is incorporated in Bermuda and has operations in twenty two markets including Anguilla, Antigua & Barbuda, Aruba, Barbados, Bermuda, Bonaire, Cura�ao, The Cayman Islands, Dominica, El Salvador, French Guiana, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Martinique, St. Kitts & Nevis, St. Lucia, St. Vincent & the Grenadines, Trinidad & Tobago and Turks & Caicos. Digicel also has a license in Guatemala and coverage in St. Martin and St. Barths. The company is the lead sponsor of Caribbean sports teams including the West Indies Cricket Team, Special Olympics teams across the Caribbean and is title sponsor of the Digicel Caribbean Football Union Cup, which involves over 30 Caribbean countries and is an important qualifier towards the CONCACAF Gold Cup. Visit www.digicelgroup.com for more information on Digicel. About ECI Telecom ECI Telecom delivers innovative communications platforms to carriers and service providers worldwide. ECI provides efficient platforms and solutions that enable customers to rapidly deploy cost-effective, revenue-generating services. Founded in 1961, Israel-based ECI has consistently delivered customer-focused networking solutions to the world�s largest carriers. The Company is also a market leader in many emerging markets. ECI provides scalable broadband access, transport and data networking infrastructure that provides the foundation for the communications of tomorrow, including next-generation voice, IPTV, mobility and other business solutions. For more information, please visit www.ecitele.com. Certain statements contained in this release may contain forward-looking information with respect to plans, projections or future performance of the Company. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, product and market acceptance risks, the impact of competitive pricing, product development, commercialization and technological difficulties and other risks detailed in the Company�s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.