Geotab, a proven North American leader in developing breakthrough GPS fleet telematics solutions, has just launched its cutting-edge tracking device, the GO7 into the European market. Since completing certification on the Telenor Connexion global network, Geotab’s GO7 device can now be used by Fleet Managers and business owners in over 100 countries across Europe and Asia.

The GO7 device works in sync with Geotab’s GPS fleet management software, MyGeotab. The end-to-end solution enables managers to track and monitor vehicle locations, identify aggressive driving behaviors, optimize driver routes, and improve overall fleet health through ongoing maintenance reminders and alters. As a leading enabler of connected services, Telenor Connexion’s multi-operator solution and custom roaming profile works with Geotab’s solution to deliver valuable, real-time insight.

The launch has been identified as a natural next-step in Geotab’s roadmap, as the company already works with ten of the top 100 fleets in North America.

According to Clive Cawse, Geotab VP of Operations, “Extending our technology to multiple regions around the world which is not limited by geographic boundaries provides our customers with reliable service that they can rely on in order to optimally manage their vehicles and drivers on a daily basis.”

George LeBron, Head of Market Development, Americas, at Telenor Connexion, “We are sincerely proud to be partnering with Geotab, one of the world’s fastest growing telematics firms. For over a decade Telenor Connexion has helped customers such as Volvo, Securitas and Hitachi pave the way for global expansion. With over 300,000 units deployed, Geotab is uniquely positioned to target new enterprise customers and win market share.”

For more information on this press release announcement, you can contact:

Maria Sotra, Marketing Manager, Geotab, Inc.
mariasotra@geotab.com, +1 (647) 728-8848

Kristina Grandin, Communications Manager, Telenor Connexion
kristina.grandin@telenor.com, +46 734 25 26 21

About Geotab
For over a decade, Geotab has been a proven industry leader in the area of GPS fleet management and vehicle telematics. Fortune 500 companies, including 30% of the top ten fleet and 10% of the top 100 fleets in North America, rely on Geotab’s technology. Since Geotab provides end-to-end, hardware and software, solutions that are entirely scalable, both enterprise organizations and small-to-medium sized firms are active users. Geotab’s products are represented and sold worldwide through its Authorized Reseller network. To learn more visit www.geotab.com.

Connected Cars is Europe’s only conference dedicated to connected car monetization.

With contributions from Auto-OEMs, app developers, connectivity and infotainment providers and the whole connected car ecosystem, Connected Cars will identify the services and strategies that will monetize the in-car connected consumer.

Telenor Connexion presents:
Andrea Sroczynski, Head of Global Automotive Sales is on June 25^th speaking about: “Optimising the Embedded SIM for Personal Connected Car Services”

To set up a meeting, please contact, Andrea Sroczynski at Telenor Connexion

More information: Connected Cars13

KDDI, the 2nd largest telecom operator in Japan, is teaming up with the leading connectivity enabler Telenor Connexion to provide a global M2M solution for its enterprise customers.

KDDI has a large base of domestic M2M customers, especially in the automotive, security and utility industries. By partnering with Telenor Connexion KDDI will now be able to offer its customers a one-stop-shop solution for overseas deployment including M2M monitoring and management.

Under the agreement Telenor Connexion will provide KDDI with a full business setup including access to Telenor’s vast roaming network in more than 190 countries, a global SIM  as well as service provisioning and technical support 24/7.

”Through partnering with Telenor Connexion KDDI are now ideally positioned to be a one-stop global M2M solution provider to our customers. The high quality of Telenor Connexion’s dedicated and reliable connectivity services as well as their proven track record of more than 15 years of experience in the M2M and telematics field, were decisive factors. The competence and capacity to meet the needs of KDDI were impressive, says Akihiko Yamaguchi, manager, KDDI.

”KDDI has a longstanding reputation for quality and reliability and a proven M2M track record in Japan. Hence, the partnership with KDDI is a seal of approval of our end-to-end solution and comprehensive support. And it further strengthens our position on the important Japanese market, says  Per Simonsen, CEO of Telenor Connexion.

KDDI’s global M2M offering will be launched in May 2013.

For more information, please contact:

Eiji Yamada, assistant manager, KDDI
Ei-yamada@kddi.com

Kristina Grandin,PR and Communications, Telenor Connexion
kristina.grandin@telenor.com, +46 734 25 26 21

Meet us there!
We are at the conference, please come by our booth and meet with
Henrik Rosell, Regional Sales Manager Nordic,
Tore Larsen, Account Management Telenor Norge AS
To set up a meeting in advance, please contact: Sales Coordinator Susana Jansson

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Telenor Connexion CEO Per Simonsen to lead the M2M business division within Telenor Digital Services

Telenor has announced that Per Simonsen, CEO of Telenor Connexion has been promoted to take on the overall responsibility for M2M organized in Digital Services, Telenor Group’s first global business unit.

Machine-to-machine will become a dedicated business division with global responsibility for all M2M businesses and new initiatives within Digital Services. The objective of this organizational change is to increase operational efficiency as well as create growth for Telenor.

From his position leading Telenor Connexion, Per Simonsen’s new responsibility will include heading the Machine-to-Machine division of Digital Services.

Telenor’s M2M companies Telenor Connexion, Telenor Objects and Telenor Traxion will all be a part of the new division.

Digital Services will focus on game-changing new services that show large revenue potential and that will ensure Telenor’s competitive edge in the future.

“There are significant growth opportunities in M2M and I am very excited to take on this role. Telenor is building a strong position with M2M customers, and this move gives us an opportunity to take a more holistic approach to understand and serve their needs even better. I also look forward to work directly with the talented people in our M2M companies and projects”, says Per Simonsen.

“Per Simonsen has been instrumental in the startup and development of our major M2M initiative, Telenor Connexion. In that sense he was a natural choice when we wanted someone to take the overall responsibility for the totality of our M2M initiatives. Our new setup gives us an opportunity to provide our customers more business value and gain further momentum in developing our M2M business”, says Rolv-Erik Spilling, EVP and Head of Telenor Digital Services.

Per Simonsen took on his new position at the beginning of April.

Konferens för Smart strøm
Telenor Connexion finns på plats med representanter i utställningen

Boka gärna tid för ett möte
Kontakta Regional Sales Manager Henrik Rosell

Mer information om konferensen finns här:
http://www.energinorge.no/nett/smart-stroem-ams-og-smartgrid-i-norge-article9611-244.html

CTIA 2013 the Mobile Marketplace
Telenor Connecion exhibits in the M2M Zone Pavilion

Meet us there!
You find us in booth # 6139 

To set up a meeting, please contact
Sales Coordinator, Susana Janssson

More information about the CTIA 2013 event here
CTIA 2013

The Japanese Tier 1 automotive supplier, FUJITSU TEN, has chosen Telenor Connexion to provide a connected service solution for its Remote Engine Start telematics service, which is an aftermarket product to be deployed overseas.

In the automotive industry, it is expected that the connected car will become even more developed. In response to such changes, FUJITSU TEN is focused on providing technologies that encompass the ITS support for driving safety, advanced car telematics systems, and development of more efficient commercial vehicles.

Telenor Connexion provides an end-to-end connectivity solution in part of FUJITSU Group’s “FENICS II M2M Service” from FUJITSU TEN’s on-board ECU telematics unit to the FUJITSU Group Data Center, allowing car-owners to take advantage of a variety of services including remotely starting the engine or checking the status of a car with a smartphone.

“FUJITSU TEN is playing a key role in developing the intelligent cars of the future. We are very pleased to contribute to the development of vehicles that keep drivers constantly connected to the world around them through two-way, seamless exchange of information”, says Per Simonsen, CEO at Telenor Connexion.

“The collaboration with FUJITSU TEN underlines Telenor Connexion’s position as the leading enabler of connected services and further strengthens our position on the important vehicle market”.

FUJITSU TEN’s partnership with Telenor Connexion is a direct result of a continued focus on reliable and secure connectivity solutions.

“Telenor Connexion provides an innovative and scalable connectivity solution which will be an integral part of the deployment of our products in the automotive markets”, says Yoshinari Shiraishi, Executive Chief Engineer at FUJITSU TEN.

For more information, please contact:

Kristina Grandin,PR and Communications,
Telenor Connexion
kristina.grandin@telenor.com,
+46 734 25 26 21

About FUJITSU TEN
FUJITSU TEN LIMITED（Headquarters／Kobe, Hyogo prefecture, Japan; Capital／5.3 billion yen）, established in 1972 with investment from FUJITSU LIMITED, TOYOTA MOTOR CORPORATION, and DENSO CORPORATION, is a leading manufacturer of automotive electronic equipment. It is a globally-recognized manufacturer of car navigation and audio systems, ECU for engine and airbag control, and mobile communication equipment. Consolidated sales totaled 249 billion yen（US$3.11 billion） for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2012.
For more information, see FUJITSU TEN official site www.fujitsu-ten.com