Released on: June 18, 2008, 3:38 am

Press Release Author: Telrad Networks

Industry: Telecommunications

Press Release Summary: Please note the latest Press Release from Telrad Networks, a
veteran developer of carrier-grade telecommunications equipment, who announced today
that United Telecom of Georgia (UTG), the largest network operator in Georgia, has
selected Telrad to carry out deployment of a new nationwide Aggregation and 10GE
Backbone network based on Cisco\'s IP/MPLS Metro and Core products over DWDM/ dark
fiber infrastructure. Following the project, UTG will be able to provide voice,
data, IPTV, Triple-Play and VPN business services to several hundred thousand
subscribers. UTG\'s decision continues an already extensive relationship with Telrad
Networks, which has already been providing UTG with TDM exchange equipment and
support since the 1990s.

Press Release Body:
For Immediate Release
UTG Chooses Telrad Networks for Nationwide IP/MPLS Network Deployment
IP/MPLS over DWDM deployment will enable Triple-Play offering

Lod, Israel - Wednesday, June 18, 2008 - Telrad Networks, a veteran developer of
carrier-grade telecommunications equipment, announced today that United Telecom of
Georgia (UTG), the largest network operator in Georgia, has selected Telrad to carry
out deployment of a new nationwide Aggregation and 10GE Backbone network based on
Cisco\'s IP/MPLS Metro and Core products over DWDM/ dark fiber infrastructure. The
network consists of Metro Ethernet aggregation via MPLS core with termination of
subscribers\' sessions for internet (ISP functions). Telrad has chosen Cisco\'s most
advanced products to be able to support new features in the future. Following the
project, UTG will be able to provide voice, data, IPTV, Triple-Play and VPN business
services to several hundred thousand subscribers.

UTG\'s decision continues an already extensive relationship with Telrad Networks,
which has already been providing UTG with TDM exchange equipment and support since
the 1990s. The new project is expected to commence in the third quarter of 2008,
and be completed over the course of four months.

\"This nationwide network deployment is a major step forward for UTG, giving us the
modern infrastructure necessary to bring our subscribers a high-quality and flexible
service offering,\" said Iva Martiashvili, Deputy Director at United Telecom of
Georgia. \"Having worked with Telrad Networks for over a decade, we are fully
confident in our decision to entrust them with this important project.\"

\"We are proud to see that UTG has chosen Telrad with Cisco products for such an
important project, and we know that this project will enable UTG to provide new and
advanced IP based services over a well designed and customized solution over UTG\'s
optical infrastructure.,\" added Rebecca Rachmany, Director of Marketing at Telrad
Networks. \"Legacy operators around the world are looking to prepare for advanced,
converged service offerings, and we are happy to help a valued customer such as UTG
take this important step.\"

ABOUT UTG:

JSC "United Telecom" is one of the leading providers of telecommunications solution
service to customers in Georgia. Its principal activities include local telephone
network, backbone networks and underground communication facilities throughout
Georgia. Company has 52 geographically distributed affiliates, 6 regional branches,
and specific affiliate - backbone networks. UTG operates in fixed telephony and DSL
markets in Georgia. It has more than 70% share of fixed telephony market and 15% of
DSL markets. UTG has some 3500 employees. It became a private joint stock company in
1999. Before that, for over 45 years it was a state own telecommunications entity.

ABOUT TELRAD NETWORKS LTD.: Telrad Networks has been developing carrier-grade
communications equipment for more than half a century. Telrad provides development
capabilities that focus on integration of core technologies into standardized,
Tier-1 carrier-class products. Telrad is devoted to providing a highly flexible
development team, allowing its partners and customers a high level of control in the
development cycle and product roadmap. Telrad's Integrated Network Solutions
Division provides professional support services and transition from traditional to
next generation networks for operators in emerging markets. Telrad is a
privately-owned company founded in 1951. For more information, visit www.telrad.com
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Contact:
Rebecca Rachmany, Telrad Networks Ltd.
rebecca.rachmany@telrad.com
Office: +972-73-2467027
Mobile: +972-52-2467027

PR Contact:
H. Scott English, NCSM Strategic Marketing Ltd
scott@ncsm.co.il
Office: +972-2-5637527





Web Site: http://www.telrad.com

Contact Details: Telrad Networks Ltd.
1 Bat Sheva Street
P.O.Box 228
Lod, 71100
ISRAEL
Rebecca Rachmany, Telrad Networks Ltd.
rebecca.rachmany@telrad.com
Office: +972-73-2467027
Mobile: +972-52-2467027