LONDON -- Connex, a leading European telecom operator, has deployed Passport 20000 Multiservice Switches from Nortel Networks (NYSE:NT)(TSX:NT), enabling convergence of its voice and data traffic onto one, cost-effective network. Connex has deployed three Nortel Networks Passport 20000 Multiservice Switches to build a high-capacity backbone network which can support second generation (2G) wireless traffic while enabling a smooth migration to a third generation (3G), packetized infrastructure. This migration positions Connex to reduce the cost of transporting traffic across its network, and to efficiently deliver voice and data-enhanced services to businesses and consumers. This was the first live European deployment of Passport 20000, which has also been deployed in other service provider networks. "The innovative convergence solutions delivered by Nortel Networks will position Connex to evolve to a next generation network that will support voice over packet and wireless data, driving reduced overall operational expenditures," said Vishant Vora, chief technical officer, Connex. "By deploying Nortel Networks Passport 20000, Connex has increased network capacity and improved its ability to offer new data services like IP (Internet Protocol) VPNs (Virtual Private Networks). Integrating Passport 20000 into our existing Passport network accelerated deployment time and provided investment protection for future expansion." Nortel Networks has previously deployed Nortel Networks Succession softswitches and gateways and Passport 15000 Multiservice Switches for Connex. Connex Inc. Nortel Networks Corp.