Brightpoint extends distribution in Nordic region with new distribution centre in Sweden

The Chinese manufacturer launches the Link and Cute handsets under its own brand in France

Nokia has launched its music download service in China and has now rolled it out in 30 global markets since its launch 18 months ago

Vodafone is to release two budget own-branded handsets, specifically aimed at emerging markets

Ethnic MVNO Lebara has stepped into the German market to offer low cost international calls

Digicel is suing Cable and Wireless in a dispute over unpaid mobile termination rates

Brightstar signs distribution deal with Nokia in Germany

KPN Telecom’s January restructure to involve huge cost cutting exercise

Vodafone partners with Taiwanese operator Chunghwa Telecom to offer greater products and services to both customer bases

Neusoft and Nokia Siemens Networks further partnership to provide platform for development and distribution of mobile applications in China

Telefónica O2 Germany agrees to €900m purchase of Telecom Italia’s German broadband provider Hansenet to leapfrog E-Plus as the country’s number three telecoms provider in terms of revenue

Vodacom Tanzania announces that more than one million customers have signed up to its money transfer service