ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a prominent global provider of information and communication technology solutions, proudly announced today its exclusive achievement in winning the bid for the Mexico izzi MVNO project. Under this agreement, ZTE will deliver network-wide core network + VAS services to izzi Telecom, utilizing the dual resource pools of Red Hat OSP+OCP. This marks a significant milestone, showcasing ZTE’s prowess in the virtualization domain.
izzi Telecom, a subsidiary of Grupo Televisa, Mexico’s largest media company, stands as the largest pay-TV operator and the second-largest fixed network operator in the country, serving 6.3 million subscribers. With its extensive reach across multiple Mexican cities, izzi Telecom is committed to offering advanced Quad-Play services through cutting-edge technologies and products.
The collaboration between ZTE and izzi Telecom on this groundbreaking project is notable for introducing the first-of-its-kind solution based on ZTE’s Red Hat OSP+OCP resource pools in the high-end American market. This innovative solution integrates a comprehensive suite of Network Elements (NEs), including vCN and vVAS, leveraging ZTE-developed hardware and the Ceph storage mode. It provides an end-to-end virtualization solution covering hardware, NFVIs, VNFs, and MANOs. By adopting cloud-native architecture and virtualization solutions, the project aligns perfectly with evolving customer demands, enhancing network flexibility, reliability, and operational agility. These improvements empower izzi Telecom to swiftly develop new services, thereby bolstering its brand competitiveness.
ZTE’s commitment to pioneering research in network technologies is evident in its offerings of NFV/SDN-based end-to-end 5G telecom cloud solutions. These comprehensive solutions encompass ICT integration of hardware, cloud platforms, and cloud applications/MANO/cloud integration, facilitating operators’ digital transformation endeavors. Furthermore, ZTE’s establishment of open labs worldwide and collaborative efforts with partners underscore its dedication to nurturing an industry ecosystem and driving industrial advancements.