Rostelecom will operate as a MVNO based on LTE-network Yota

"Rostelecom" and Yota signed an agreement on the use of infrastructure networks LTE standard in the frequency range 2500-2530 MHz and 2620-2650 MHz FDD, owned Yota, Rostelecom to provide mobile services based on the business model of a virtual operator (MVNO). The starting date of the test services under the contract is scheduled July 1, 2012. Rostelecom intends to begin providing commercial services based on LTE network in the Moscow region since September 1 this year with the prospect of further geographic expansion of services to other regions of the country. At the same time, the company intends to offer the user equipment under its own brand. Rostelecom operator believes that the yield on the Moscow market for mobile Internet access - an important stage in the development of its business. According to the company, the huge potential of LTE.