MORRISVILLE, N.C. -- Tekelec (NASDAQ: TKLC - News), a leading developer of telecommunications products for next-generation fixed, mobile, and packet networks, announced today that TELMEX has purchased a comprehensive suite of Tekelec advanced signaling solutions, including integrated business applications. Based in Mexico City, TELMEX is Latin America's telecommunications leader. The sale includes the EAGLE® 5 Signaling Application Systems with integrated monitoring fraud management, trunk optimization, quality of service, triggerless access screening, and network management capabilities.

Fred Lax, Tekelec president and CEO, said, "The TELMEX network is recognized as one of the most advanced international long-distance networks in the world. TELMEX has chosen to replace its existing signaling network with Tekelec's leading solutions in order deliver improved services to its customers as well as to provide the foundation for next-generation network services. We are pleased to continue our partnership with TELMEX to enhance its world-class network, positioning the company to remain at the forefront of telecommunications in the Americas."

Tekelec Inc.

Teléfonos de México