ECIL Eci Telecom Ltd (MM)

ECI Telecom (NASDAQ: ECIL), a global provider of networking infrastructure equipment, announced today that its leading Multi-Service Provisioning Platforms (MSPP) � the XDM� and the BroadGate� (BG�) series - have been certified to be compliant to the Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) technical specifications for delivery of Ethernet services. These MEF certifications serve as a guarantee to current and future customers that deployment of ECI platforms meets the stringent requirements for Carrier Ethernet services. Comprehensive testing was carried out by Iometrix testing lab. ECI's XDM and BG platforms were found to be fully compliant to MEF 9 and MEF 14, successfully demonstrating the platforms' readiness to deliver any Metro Ethernet service in conformance with MEF's quality of service attributes for traffic management. "MEF Certification is a critical validation for service providers, as it eliminates uncertainty from the selection process," said Eve Griliches, Program Manager, Telecommunications Equipment group at IDC. "By securing MEF certification, ECI Telecom strengthens its value proposition to its customers worldwide." �These certifications guarantee the ability of ECI Telecom's platforms to deliver any Ethernet service according to the requirements for service performance and bandwidth profile service attributes,� said Bob Mandeville, President and Founder of Iometrix. �Service providers can be confident that deployment of ECI�s equipment will enable them to offer carrier-class Ethernet services that are in accordance with MEF�s rigorous standards.� �We are delighted to have received the MEF certifications and be part of the Forum's efforts to accelerate the global implementation of carrier-class Ethernet networks and services,� said Eyal Shaked, General Manager Transport Networking Division and Executive Vice President of ECI Telecom. "These certifications confirm to our many customers worldwide who are already converging Ethernet and TDM services over our XDM and BG platforms that the Ethernet services running on their networks are of the highest possible quality and value.� ECI�s multiservice XDM and BG platforms are optimized for metro, regional and cellular networks. They support full range of Carrier Ethernet services for business, triple play, wireless backhauling and wholesale applications. The build-as-you-grow� architecture and design of the XDM and BG families enable service providers to scale their networks easily and provide both CAPEX and OPEX savings. ECI provides full end-to-end solutions, managed by the LightSoft� network management system. About The Metro Ethernet Form The Metro Ethernet Forum (MEF) is a global industry alliance comprising of approximately 70 organizations including telecommunications service providers, network equipment/software manufacturers, semiconductors vendors and testing organizations. The MEF's mission is to accelerate the worldwide adoption of Carrier-class Ethernet networks and services. The MEF develops the Carrier Ethernet technical specifications and implementation agreements to promote interoperability and deployment of Carrier Ethernet worldwide. About ECI Telecom ECI Telecom delivers innovative communications platforms to carriers and service providers worldwide. ECI provides efficient platforms and solutions that enable customers to rapidly deploy cost-effective, revenue-generating services. Founded in 1961, Israel-based ECI has consistently delivered customer-focused networking solutions to the world�s largest carriers. The Company is also a market leader in many emerging markets. ECI provides scalable broadband access, transport and data networking infrastructure that provides the foundation for the communications of tomorrow, including next-generation voice, IPTV, mobility and other business solutions. For more information, please visit www.ecitele.com. Certain statements contained in this release may contain forward-looking information with respect to plans, projections or future performance of the Company. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve certain risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, product and market acceptance risks, the impact of competitive pricing, product development, commercialization and technological difficulties and other risks detailed in the Company�s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.