Verizon Wireless Authorizes Intertek to Provide Testing Services for 4G Long-Term Evolution (LTE) Devices
12 Apr 2011
Intertek (LSE: ITRK), an industry leader that specializes in wireless, telecommunications and mobile application testing to a wide range of industries around the world, today announced that it has been approved by Verizon Wireless to test devices for operation on Verizon’s nationwide 4G Long Term Evolution (LTE) network.
Intertek will validate that devices meet the minimum performance and conformance specifications necessary to operate on Verizon Wireless’ 4G LTE network. Verizon Wireless also approved Intertek to perform pre-testing on LTE multi-mode devices.
“This approval enables Intertek to enhance our service to Verizon Wireless’ customers and to the wireless industry overall,” said David Dennis, Vice President, Operations, Intertek. “Through our long-standing relationship with Verizon Wireless, Intertek is uniquely positioned to provide the industry with testing and certification solutions that facilitate faster market access.”
To learn more about Intertek’s LTE device testing capabilities or to speak with a mobile solutions expert, visit www.intertek.com/wireless-mobile.
Intertek Media Contact:
Derek Silva
978-262-2663
derek.silva@intertek.com
About Intertek
Intertek is a leading provider of quality and safety solutions serving a wide range of industries around the world. From auditing and inspection, to testing, quality assurance and certification, Intertek people are dedicated to adding value to customers' products and processes, supporting their success in the global marketplace. Intertek has the expertise, resources and global reach to support its customers through its network of more than 1,000 laboratories and offices and over 27,000 people in over 100 countries around the world. Intertek Group plc (ITRK) is listed on the London Stock Exchange in the FTSE 100 index.
For further information, visit www.intertek.com/wireless-mobile.
About Verizon Wireless
Verizon Wireless operates the nation’s fastest and most advanced 4G network and largest and most reliable 3G network, and serves more than 94 million customers.