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Marconi Provides Enhanced 3G Network Optimization Software Planet EV enables increased levels of accuracy and profitability of W-CDMA and EV-DO deployments DALLAS, Feb. 14 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Wireless Business Unit of Marconi Corporation plc (NASDAQ:MRCIY) (LONDON: MONI) announced today the global availability of Planet EV 4.1, a major advancement in the evolution of its next-generation wireless network design and optimisation suite. The release focuses upon providing operators competitive advantages by solving difficult engineering and business challenges represented by 3G (Third Generation) networks. The design and delivery of high-speed data services delivery is a major emphasis of the release. The Planet EV Optimiser module now has added support for Global System for Mobile communications (GSM), Wideband Code Division Multiple Access (W-CDMA), and CDMA2000 technologies, increasing its automated network optimisation value. The release also marks the unveiling of Rollout Planner for W-CDMA, a fully integrated solution that dramatically improves speed-to-market of 3G networks and services, and eliminates wasted infrastructure spending. Additionally, new CDMA and Evolution Data Only (EV-DO) network simulation capabilities have been introduced and enhanced, making it a robust solution for networks of all technologies. Planet EV 4.1 also builds upon its core platform and features. Macrocell prediction accuracy is significantly improved with the availability of a new Communications Research Center Predict propagation model, reducing the reliance on costly tuning efforts. Complex engineering projects are simplified and operational efficiencies are gained through reduced task times enabled by the next generation of Planet EV's Data Manager. In addition to improved technology and design and optimisation functionality, the platform strategy of being open and creating a more synergistic engineering ecosystem is further enabled by the introduction of a new data application programmable interface, providing more rapid and flexible integration of third-party and in-house solutions. "We are very proud of keeping our commitment to our customers to invest in the innovation of next-generation [radio frequency] design and optimisation solutions, as evidenced by Planet EV 4.1," said Chip Wagner, head of Marconi's Wireless Business Unit. "Our approach to partnering with our customers and supporting successful and profitable 3G networks with such a complete and fully integrated platform and product suite is defining a new standard for engineering excellence." About Marconi Corporation plc Marconi Corporation plc is a global telecommunications equipment, services and solutions company. The company's core business is the provision of innovative and reliable optical networks, broadband routing and switching, broadband access technologies and services. The company's customer base includes many of the world's largest telecommunications operators. The company is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the symbol MONI and on NASDAQ under the ticker MRCIY. Additional information about Marconi Corporation can be found at http://www.marconi.com/ . All brands or product names are trademarks of their respective holders. This press release contains forward-looking statements with respect to products, partners, customers, future growth and other matters. Please refer to the Form 10-K report filed by Marconi Corporation plc with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission for a discussion of risks that could cause actual results to differ materially from such statements. Investor enquiries: Karen Keyes tel: + 44 207 306 1345; email: Press and Industry analyst enquiries: Kevin Hankins tel: +1 678 297 9796; email: DATASOURCE: Marconi Corporation plc CONTACT: Investors, Karen Keyes, +1-44-207-306-1345, or , or Press and Industry analysts, Kevin Hankins, +1-678-297-9796, or , both of Marconi Corporation plc Web site: http://www.marconi.com/

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