Re-branding of Central Teleco

RNS Number : 6974P

Vodafone Group Plc

30 March 2009

 



30 March 2009

VODAFONE UK RE-BRANDS CENTRAL TELECOM TO DRIVE UNIFIED COMMUNICATIONS

Vodafone UK today announces that Central Telecom will become part of its UK business, following its acquisition in December 2008.  

Central Telecom, which will re-brand as Vodafone from 30 March, has specific expertise in IP telephony, voice, managed services and converged voice and data services, exploiting the latest technologies and delivering tailored communications solutions to meet customers' specific requirements. It has implemented solutions in more than 6,000 organisations in the UK and manages more than 700,000 customers ranging from small to medium sized businesses, 'blue chip' corporate companies and public sector organisations.

The move is a further significant step in Vodafone UK's evolution from a mobile-focused company to leading and growing unified communications. Central Telecom brings complementary skills and technologies to augment the solutions Vodafone UK already provides to customers including secure remote access, mobilised business applications and security at network and device level, as well as managed services and consultancy.

Vodafone UK completed the acquisition of Central Telecom in December, for cash consideration of approximately £18.5 million.

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About Vodafone UK

Vodafone UK has 19 million customers and is part of the world's leading international mobile telecommunications Group, offering a wide range of voice and data communications. The company is committed to providing mobile solutions that allow both consumer and business customers to make the most of now. In addition, Vodafone connects customers across the globe with roaming agreements worldwide. It provides 3G roaming in 29 countries and offers great roaming value with Vodafone Passport. For more information, please visit www.vodafone.co.uk.

For further information please contact:

Ben Taylor

Vodafone UK External Communications

01635 666777

[e-mail]

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