Alcatel-Lucent
Alcatel-Lucent[edit | edit source]
Alcatel-Lucent was a global telecommunications equipment company, headquartered in Boulogne-Billancourt, France. It was formed in 2006 by the merger of Alcatel and Lucent Technologies. The company was a leader in mobile, fixed, IP, and optics technologies, and a pioneer in applications and services.
History[edit | edit source]
Alcatel-Lucent was established in 2006 through the merger of the French company Alcatel and the American company Lucent Technologies. Alcatel had a long history dating back to the 19th century, while Lucent was a spin-off from AT&T and Bell Labs. The merger aimed to create a stronger competitor in the telecommunications industry.
Alcatel[edit | edit source]
Alcatel was originally founded as the Compagnie Générale d'Electricité (CGE) in 1898. It became Alcatel in 1968 and grew through various acquisitions, including the purchase of ITT's European operations in 1986.
Lucent Technologies[edit | edit source]
Lucent Technologies was formed in 1996 as a spin-off from AT&T. It included the renowned Bell Labs, which had a rich history of innovation in telecommunications.
Products and Services[edit | edit source]
Alcatel-Lucent provided a wide range of products and services, including:
- Mobile networks
- Fixed networks
- IP networking
- Optical networking
- Cloud services
- Telecommunications software
The company was known for its innovations in 4G LTE technology and its contributions to the development of 5G networks.
Global Presence[edit | edit source]
Alcatel-Lucent had a significant global presence, with operations in over 130 countries. The company had major offices and facilities in locations such as:
- Boulogne-Billancourt, France
- Nürnberg, Germany
- East Greenwich, United Kingdom
Merger with Nokia[edit | edit source]
In 2016, Alcatel-Lucent was acquired by Nokia, a Finnish telecommunications company. The merger was completed to strengthen Nokia's position in the telecommunications market and to enhance its product offerings.
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Alcatel-Lucent office in Paris
Alcatel One Touch 535 mobile phone
Global locations of Alcatel-Lucent
Alcatel-Lucent facility in Nürnberg
Alcatel-Lucent equipment on Île de Sein
Alcatel-Lucent installation on Île de Bréhat
Alcatel-Lucent equipment shipped in Keelung Port
Alcatel-Lucent buildings in East Greenwich
Submarine repeater by Alcatel-Lucent
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