Just a quick note to tell you the latest developments on the 6th Annual Telecoms Regulation and Competition Law conference.

 

I know your time is precious and you need the right answers quickly, that’s why ViB have put everything you need into one succinct package.

 

True to our philosophy ViB’s 6th Annual Telecoms Regulation and Competition Law conference, gives you the chance to put straight questions to the people who can give you straight answers.

 

In response to your peer’s requests, this year we have increased emphasis on delegate interaction, and include two extra days aiding you in three ways:

1.       Providing insight into the ongoing transposition and national scenarios and the market challenges arising that will affect your operations.

2.       Giving extensive and detailed coverage of the high-technology fields, including WiFI, Broadband, Triple Play and VoIP focusing on the effects of profitability and commercial viability.

3.       Demonstrating the consequences and context of your choices, and giving answers that will ensure your survivability in the 21st Century European Telecoms market.

 

But don’t take my word for it; the industries leading regulation and competition law event, endorsed by GSM association Europe, is also acclaimed your peers, see what was said about our last regulation event:

 

“The event of the year for mobile industry and regulations.”
Mobitel

 

 ‘An excellent event featuring top quality speakers addressing the most important issues in this area facing the industry today’

Competition and Regulation Counsel, Vodafone

 

Join us on the 25th- 28th of October 2005, at the sumptuous Hotel Le Plaza in Brussels to hear speakers from the EC, 11 NRA’s & 13 leading operators including:

·         Alain van Gaever, Unit-B1 – Policy Development, European Commission

·         Jean Paul Simon, VP International Regulatory Strategy, France Telecom

·         David Gunning, Head of Market Framework, COMREG

·         Dr. Ferenc Tompa, Policy & Regulatory Affairs Director, T‑MOBILE

·         Inge Bernaerts, Project Manager ECCM, European Commission

 By registering you will get the chance to win a copy of ITI`s Western European Telecommunications Fact Book, a subscription to IT Law today and every delegate will receive a complimentary subscription to commNOW.If you have any questions of queries, your personal account manager Mr Barnaby Powell is at your disposal, he can be contacted directly on: +44 (0) 207 753 4211
 

Book early and receive a preferential rate
Register in one of these four simple ways before Monday 26th September 2005 and get a 10% concession.

1.Fax your completed booking form to +44 (0) 207 753 4250

2.Call us on +44 (0) 207 753 4201

3.Visit: www.telecomsregs.com and register online

4.E-mail us at: events@ViBevents.com.

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HSDPA
Defining the most efficient migration strategies and
business models for broadband wireless communication
19th - 21st October 2005, Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt, Germany

Hear cutting-edge carrier case studies from the market leaders:
 Define the business case for HSDPA: Does HSDPA generate both cost reduction and extra revenue
 Assess the availability of devices for HSDPA to realize high speed data services
 Learn how to successfully introduce HSDPA in the WCDMA network
 Evaluate the capabilities and limits of HSDPA and future 4G technology
 Discuss launching scenarios for HSDPA: Where, when and how?

Top-level speakers from leading telcos such as Swisscom, T-Mobile, TeliaSonera, Manx Telecom, Tele.Ring and ONE and from other major experts and associations in the HSDPA market such as TNO, Fraunhofer, Portugal Telecom Inovação and UMTS Forum will report about first-hand experiences and latest trials.

For more information, please visit: www.iqpc.de/de-2409/telecomportal,
Call on +49 (0)30 20 91 30
To register and book your place today, fax your registration form to +49 (0)30 2091 3312

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TELECOMS WORLD AFRICA 2005 TO FOCUS ON BOOSTING AFRICAN TELECOMS PENETRATION

 

Taking place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre from 5 to 9 September, Telecoms World Africa 2005 provides a director-level interactive conference with panel discussions and practical case studies aimed at developing strategies for boosting telecoms penetration on the continent.

 

Presenters and panellists are industry leaders from major African fixed line and mobile operators. Sponsors include diamond partner MTN for the second year in a row, ZTE, Business Connexion, Huawei, Nokia, Belgacom, Telkom, IST Data and Gilat Satcom.

 

Says Dr Yvonne Muthien, Group Executive: Corporate Affairs, MTN Group: “As the leading telecoms operator on the continent, MTN believes the Telecoms World Africa conference facilitates constructive dialogue and the sharing of ideas regarding how to effectively implement telecoms solutions in developing markets. Telecoms World Africa offers delegates invaluable information and a platform for developing strong partnerships.”

 

Dr Muthien added that MTN Group had invested R23.4 billion in infrastructure development and R92 million on social investment across its GSM networks in South Africa, Swaziland, Rwanda, Uganda, Cameroon and Nigeria. More recently the Group announced the acquisition of two significant GSM networks - in Cote d’Ivoire and Zambia.

 

Several top MTN executives will be speaking at Telecoms World Africa 2005, including Buckley McGrath (Chief Operating Officer of MTN Service Provider), Bernice Samuel (General Manager: Brand of MTN SA), Paul Salvage (General Manager: Research and Development of MTN Group) as well as Dr Muthien.

 

Telecoms World Africa will also feature Engr Ernest Ndukwe, Chief Executive Officer, Nigerian Communication Commission, discussing the challenges of creating policy and regulation in a converged ICT era. He will cover topics such as current regulation trends in the African market, transparent pricing regimes and the effect of broadband licensing and ownership on competition.

 

Daniel Kurgan, Vice President Commercial, Belgacom Belgium proposes the question: Do carriers in Africa need new business models? He will present carrier trends and possibilities in Africa and beyond, the advantages of global reach, premium quality and a comprehensive portfolio to create a win-win situation.

 

John Slaighter Munsaka, Managing Director, Zamnet Communications Systems Zambia will present a truly African case study focusing on the future role of ISP’s in an increasingly liberalised environment, In addition, hear from Karl Socikwa, Chief Executive Officer, Transtel South Africa, presenting a case study on the Second National Operator (SNO).

 

Terrapinn also presents Robert G. Rogers, Executive Director: Global Info Infrastructure Commission, United States of America. Rogers will present a keynote address on creating public policies and identifying IT applications that will increase investment in communications infrastructure. Furthermore he joins in a panel discussion on the evaluation of the market and technological solutions for future growth maximization. Jonathan Berman, Managing Director, Deutsche Bank South Africa and Heloise Smith, Head: African Telecoms Finance, Standard Bank South Africa also feature on the speaker’s bill.

 

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