For Immediate Release: Thursday, July 31, 2008

Columbia, Md. and Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – Tecore Networks, a leading provider of GSM, CDMA, 3G and multi-protocol mobile networks, and EGC International, a global systems integrator specializing in telecommunications and information technology, today announced an agreement that enables EGC to distribute Tecore’s wireless infrastructure products throughout Latin America. EGC’s presence in eight Latin American countries and its deep relationships with Tier 1 and Tier 2 mobile operators, in combination with Tecore’s 17-year track record in delivering core and radio access network (RAN) solutions across all major wireless technologies, ensure that this growing marketplace now has access to the most powerful wireless networking solutions in the industry.

Similar to other global regions, Latin America continues to experience aggressive adoption of mobile communications, with over 350 million subscribers. With overall teledensity at approximately 20 percent and markets facing mandated buildouts, innovative and cost-effective infrastructure options provided by Tecore and EGC are an ideal fit for the region. The companies will jointly focus on targeted configurations to deliver feature-rich wireless services in the fastest-growing sectors:

• Rural networks
• Mobile virtual network operators and enablers
• First responder and emergent military networking requirements
• Carrier lab systems and specialized networks
• Maritime and airborne mobile platforms.

The companies’ unique value proposition encompasses:

• Worldwide deployment expertise in GSM, CDMA, 3G and multi-protocol networks
• A highly adaptable, software-defined networking architecture
• Readily deployable configurations for a wide array of network requirements
• A full suite of in-country professional services including commissioning, training and ongoing support.

“Our award-winning wireless infrastructure products have powered nationwide networks and specialized systems in many parts of the globe, and we are excited to bring them to Latin America,” said Scott Hill, Executive Vice President of Global Commercial and Federal Sales, Tecore Networks. “This partnership is a win-win-win: for Tecore, for EGC, and for mobile users throughout the region.”

“This agreement with Tecore Networks will serve as a catalyst in strengthening our relationship with telecom operators in the region,” said Edgar Gomez, Vice President of Sales, EGC International Corp. “With our existing presence and Tecore Networks’ portfolio of products, we can further expand our expertise in developing telecom solutions in the region.” 

About Tecore Networks
Founded in 1991, Tecore Networks is a leading provider of GSM, CDMA, 3G and multi-protocol mobile networks for emerging operators and rapid deployments. Built with the same standards-based voice and data technologies available to global carriers on an IP-based architecture, we have dramatically enhanced functionality while minimizing space requirements, installation time and cost of ownership. We also offer integrated value-added features to enable our customers to increase ARPU and retention. Our solutions include core as well as radio access network infrastructure, supported by state-of-the-art professional services. Tecore is ISO 9001:2000 certified, and is a three-time winner of the Global Mobile (3GSM) Award. For more information, visit www.tecore.com.

About EGC International
EGC International is a systems integrator, specializing in telecommunications and information technology. EGC telecommunication solutions are used to enable individuals, companies, and governments to increase productivity, improve customer satisfaction and strengthen competitive advantage. EGC was founded in 1978 by a group of engineers. Since its beginning, EGC has been dedicated to the development and implementation of solutions that presently set the standard in the industry for quality, innovation and support. EGC has developed a solid and loyal group of clients with governments and businesses throughout the world, which has leveraged EGC’s rapid expansion in Latin America, as well as the rest of the world. For more information, visit www.egctechnologies.com.

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Tecore Networks, EGC International sign agreement to target Latin America - Regional
Monday, August 4, 2008 11:28 (GMT -0400)

US GSM, CDMA, 3G and multi-protocol mobile networks provider Tecore Networks and systems integrator EGC International have signed an agreement under which the latter will distribute Tecore"s wireless infrastructure in Latin America, Tecore said in a statement.

EGC currently has presence in eight countries across Latin America and has relationships with tier-1 and tier-2 operators in the region.

"With our existing presence and Tecore Networks" portfolio of products, we can further expand our expertise in developing telecom solutions in the region," EGC International sales VP Edgar Gómez said.

Both companies expect to offer wireless services and solutions to several sectors including rural networks, mobile virtual network operators, carrier lab systems and maritime and airborne mobile platforms.

"Highest growth is anticipated from Venezuela, Colombia and Mexico" due to the large rural areas to be built out in these countries, Tecore"s marketing VP, Amit Malhotra told BNamericas.

According to the executive, there are also many opportunities for cellular systems in the government and military, such as rapid deployment systems.

"We believe that there is substantial opportunity for Tecore"s advanced wireless technology, combined with EGC"s wide presence throughout the region and its deep relationships with mobile operators," Malhotra added.

By Juan Pedro Tomás Business News Americas

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Para Manuel Arrevola, Director General Comercial de Zitralia, " LIME Access es un producto innovador y gracias a la cobertura internacional de EGC y su experiencia en le mercado de Telecomunicaciones podremos conseguir nuevas oportunidades de negocios en sectores estrategicos".

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