SHENZHEN, China--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ZTE Corporation (“ZTE”) (H share stock code: 0763.HK / A share stock code: 000063.SZ), a leading global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions, has convened the “World Cup Communication Security Meeting” with Cell C, the mobile operator in South Africa, to ensure the stability and security of communications during the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa.

The meeting addresses the real-time challenges of maintaining the extensive and complicated communications network for the global sporting event, including wireless voice services, data services, transmission and other communications and security services which are provided by ZTE. For 28 of the most important matches, ZTE also deployed its leading SDR solutions to provide services and coverage to the four major cities in South Africa where the World Cup matches are being hosted, namely Cape Town, Durban, Bloemfontein and Elizabeth.

The SDR solution ensures the communications stability and security of the World Cup stadium, fans' parks, airport, major hotels and other major entertainment areas. In addition, ZTE holds the exclusive right to deploy the national mobile bearer network of Cell C to offer the World Cup committees, players, staff and fans a mobile network with high-bandwidth and stability.

To cope with the demands and requirements of communication within a very short period of time, ZTE set up a “Communication Security Group” that brings together more than 120 technical experts to provide comprehensive real-time communication support. Even before the World Cup started, ZTE had conducted an emergency drill on June 9^th, 2010 to ensure that emergency communications are able to run smoothly during the matches.

Core network equipment and base stations were all checked during the drill to ensure that they were running in good condition. Extra emergency drills which deal with unexpected breakdowns were also repeatedly performed to make sure that all officers, especially those who are on duty, are on high alert.

ZTE’s efforts in ensuring the security and availability of communications during the World Cup were recognized by Cell C. “By further acceleration and steady forward-looking planning and execution of the network rollout, ZTE can and will deliver to Cell C one of the most advanced telecoms networks in the world,” said Rikard Slunga, Chief of Network Transformation for Cell C.

ZTE has been responsible for the communications and security of many high profile events before, including the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, 2008 Beijing Olympic Games, the National Day Parade in the 60th Anniversary celebration and other large-scale ceremonies. ZTE has been verified by numerous experts that the company is on the front line in protecting the operations and maintenance during the World Cup, providing citizens and enthusiastic fans with fast and reliable network services.

About ZTE

ZTE is a leading global provider of telecommunications equipment and network solutions with the most comprehensive product range covering virtually every sector of the wireline, wireless, service and terminals markets. The company delivers innovative, custom-made products and services to over 500 operators in more than 140 countries, helping them to meet the changing needs of their customers while achieving continued revenue growth. ZTE’s 2009 revenue led the industry with a 36% increase to USD 8,820.7 million. ZTE commits 10 percent of its revenue to research and development and takes a leading role in a wide range of international bodies developing emerging telecoms standards. A company with sound corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives, ZTE is a member of the UN Global Compact. ZTE is China’s only listed telecom manufacturer, 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 visit www.zte.com.cn.