Fixed-line vendor strategy N54

Harmonic (US) announced the acquisition of UK-based Broadcast Technology, a provider of professional video/audio solutions.

Cisco announced IP/MPLS interprovider capabilities in order to take benefit of individual networks.

Nortel announced Enterprise Assurance Services, an innovative plan for Nortel 'channel partners' in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA).

Siemens failed to secure its $169m 565k lines-deal from TOT (Thailand).

Alcatel has bought UK's Native Networks, a metro Ethernet access equipment manufacturer (see Telcoflash N53)