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8 September 2011

EC takes first step to implement eCall

Today, September 8, the European Commission adopted a recommendation regarding eCall. It recommends member states to ensure that we mobile network operators upgrade our infrastructure to support eCall (Emergency call services) by 2015.

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2 September 2010

A new European directive is pushing for greater adoption of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS): How and when is this coming to the telematics market?

After validation by the European Parliament, a new ITS Directive (Directive 2010/40/EUi) on the framework for the deployment of Intelligent Transport Systems in the field of road transport and for interfaces with other modes of transport, has entered into force on August 28, 2010.

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16 June 2010

eCall, the European Commission and Telenor

Telenor Group article:
Telenor takes an active role in eCall implementation across Europe. Read more

8 March 2010

Telenor Connexion launches new platform for business critical M2M solutions

Less CO2 emissions, increased safety in traffic and improved life for patients is enabled by the recently launched technical platform solely built for reliable M2M data communication. Products, devices and vehicles are increasingly equipped with embedded mobile connectivity to further enhance product offering, enable new services and cut costs.
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23 September 2009

eCall creates new possibilities for telematics

Stockholm September 23, 2009

Telenor Connexion welcomes GSMA’s initiative for the development of life saving technology, eCall.

GSMA, the global mobile communications industry union, has signed a memorandum of understanding to secure the deployment the life saving service eCall in cars across Europe. Read more

Volvo Cars

Volvo Car Corporation (VCC) has marketed their passenger car telematics system since 2000. VCC is a leader in providing telematics services on the European market with an offer including 13 different markets. Volvo’s telematics service is called Volvo On-Call (VOC), and includes services like eCall, bCall and stolen vehicle tracking. Volvo considers the On-Call service as an enhancement to their core brand value – safety. The service is continuously expanded to new markets as a combination of the Infotainment and Safety areas. Read more