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Ericsson Canada Renews Supply Agreement with Rogers AT&T Wireless for 3



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TORONTO, Jan 15, 2003 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Ericsson Canada Inc. (NASDAQ: ERICY)
and Rogers AT&T Wireless, Canada's leading wireless provider, have renewed their
agreement under which Ericsson will supply network equipment for Rogers AT&T
Wireless's roll out of superior wireless voice and data services coast-to-coast.

The new agreement is an extension of the two companies' existing supply
agreement - continuing Ericsson as Rogers AT&T Wireless' exclusive supplier of
wireless mobile network core and radio access gear for an additional three
years.

Building on its commitment to provide high quality services to its customers,
Rogers AT&T Wireless has signed a contract with Ericsson Canada to continue to
supply the leading-edge GSM and TDMA network infrastructure that enables Rogers
AT&T Wireless to provide its customers with superior coverage and services.

"This agreement confirms Ericsson's leadership in wireless equipment provision
as well as our ongoing strategic agreement with Rogers AT&T Wireless," said Phil
Wacker, GM, Rogers AT&T Wireless Account Group, Ericsson Canada Inc. The
agreement also includes the sale of several key products and services that had
not previously been purchased by Rogers AT&T Wireless including MINI-LINK(TM)
(Ericsson's market leading microwave product), GSM 850MHz, EDGE and additional
Professional Services.

The deal includes the rollout of a nationwide 850MHz GSM/GPRS capability that
will provide Rogers AT&T Wireless customers across Canada with the capacity,
coverage and data rates they expect from Canada's leading wireless provider.
Ericsson's global service and technical expertise will ensure rapid and
effective network deployment.

"Ericsson has consistently delivered high-quality, innovative network equipment
for Rogers AT&T Wireless and our customers across the country," said Bob Berner,
Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer of Rogers AT&T Wireless.
"This extension of our existing agreement with Ericsson will enable Rogers AT&T
Wireless to maintain our technology leadership and superior network quality and
will ensure that we remain best-positioned to provide our customers with
leading-edge products and services in the future."

"We are extremely pleased to extend our long-standing relationship with Rogers
AT&T Wireless," said Rolfe Philip, VP & GM, Rogers Account Group, Ericsson
Canada Inc. "Together, our two companies deployed North America's first
commercial digital wireless network and, more recently, delivered the world's
fastest and largest deployment of an integrated GSM/GPRS network. This agreement
will enable Rogers AT&T Wireless to maintain its position as the premier
wireless operator in Canada."


About Ericsson Canada Inc.

Ericsson Canada Inc., a subsidiary of LM Ericsson, Sweden, serves the Canadian
market by providing complete communication solutions including advanced Mobile
Internet and Wireless Solutions, IP and Data Systems & Solutions, and Consulting
Services. As one of Canada's largest R&D investors, Ericsson fulfills worldwide
mandates in the development and testing of systems for multiple wireless
standards, including technology for third generation (3G) telecommunications
solutions. For more information about Ericsson Canada, visit www.ericsson.ca.

Ericsson is shaping the future of Mobile and Broadband Internet communications
through its continuous technology leadership. Providing innovative solutions in
more than 140 countries, Ericsson is helping to create the most powerful
communication companies in the world. Read more at http://www.ericsson.com/press

Ericsson and MINI-LINK are trademarks of Telefonaltiebolaget LM Ericsson,
Ericsson Canada Inc. is a licensed user.


About Rogers AT&T Wireless

Rogers Wireless Inc. operates under the co-brand Rogers AT&T Wireless and has
offices in Canadian cities from coast to coast. Rogers AT&T Wireless is Canada's
leading wireless communications service provider, offering a complete range of
wireless solutions including Digital PCS, cellular, advanced wireless data
services, and one and two-way messaging services to a total of more than 3.5
million customers across the country. Rogers Wireless Communications Inc. (TSE:
RCM.B; NYSE: RCN) is approximately 56% owned by Rogers Communications Inc., and
approximately one-third owned by AT&T Wireless Services, Inc.


(TM) Rogers Communications Inc. Used under License.
(R) AT&T Corp. Used under License.

CONTACT: Media:
Ericsson Inc.
Kathy Egan, 212/685-4030
[e-mail]
or
Ericsson Canada Inc.
Patricia MacLean, 905/206-7928
Mobile: [phone]
[e-mail]
or
Rogers AT&T Wireless
Heather Armstrong, 416/935-6379
Mobile: [phone]
[e-mail]
or
Investors:
Ericsson Inc.
Glenn Sapadin, 212/685-4030
[e-mail]

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KEYWORD: CANADA INTERNATIONAL
INDUSTRY KEYWORD: TELECOMMUNICATIONS
MARKETING
AGREEMENTS
SOURCE:
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