The new equipment will also lead to efficiency gains in energy and thus lower operating costs, the release said. The supplies against these new long-term awards will start in the coming quarter. The t

Vodafone Idea (Vi) has concluded a mega $3.6-billion deal with global network partners Nokia, Ericsson and Samsung for the supply of network equipment over three years.

Vodafone Idea has embarked on a significant journey to enhance its network capabilities, marking a substantial $3.6 billion deal with major telecommunications

Vodafone Idea stated that supplies under the new contract will start coming next quarter, emphasising that expanding 4G coverage continues to be its highest priority.

Vodafone Idea has finalized a $3.6 billion or ₹30,000 crore deal with Nokia, Ericsson, and Samsung for network equipment as part of a $6.6 billion capex plan, the company informed the exchanges today.

Vodafone Idea (Vi) has signed a significant deal worth ₹30,000 crore (approximately $3.6 billion) with Nokia, Ericsson, and Samsung for network equipm

India's Vodafone Idea on Sunday concluded a $3.6 billion deal with mobile and network manufacturers Nokia, Ericsson and Samsung for supply of equipment over a period of three years, it said in a statement to exchanges.

Debt-ridden Vodafone Idea on Sunday said it has awarded contracts worth about Rs 30,000 crore to Nokia, Ericsson and Samsung for supply of 4G and 5G network equipment for three years. The deal is the first step towards the roll-out of the company's three-year capex (capital expenditure) plan of about  $6.