Three UK, part of CK Hutchison has selected Nokia to deploy a new cloud native core network that will allow the Operator to rapidly respond to customers' dynamic service demands while preparing for IoT and 5G.
The deployment which will include Nokia AirFrame data centre, will begin in multiple data center locations in the course of 2017. The flexible and scalable cloud platform employed will allow Three to increase efficiencies, while also benefitting from the breadth of Nokia's technology and services capabilities, including the expertise offered by the Global Cloud Design Center opened in the UK in September 2016.
Accordign to Nokia, by applying cloud native principles into its cloud software design, it will enable Three to leverage the full benefit of the cloud architecture, including massive scalability and better reliability. This will provide the highest quality service experience for Three's customers, even in the busiest locations, as demand for VoLTE and high-definition video continues to grow.
Graham Baxter, Chief Operating Officer of Three UK
Three carries 35% of mobile data traffic in the UK today. The cloud core network will enable us to scale even further and continue to offer great value and service innovation to our customers. The agreement with Nokia will help us to continue delivering the UK's most reliable network.
Cormac Whelan, Head of Nokia UK & Ireland
This project highlights the breadth of Nokia's capabilities in technology and services, as well as our extensive ecosystem of cloud technology partners.
