Competitor Insight #06.2006: Handset Manufacturer Competitor Analysis-- Nokia in India

Nokia is the clear market leader in India. As we outline in this report, it has a number of strengths going forward, including positive brand image across income groups and a diversified device offering. Its recent successes in the managed services area has also resulted in a high degree of integration between Nokia and key operators, which will undoubtedly result in larger handset sales for Nokia in the medium-term. Nokia is expected to meet this demand for handset devices and network equipment through its new manufacturing facility near Chennai in Tamil Nadu state.