Publisher's Synopsis
The West European market for mobile communications equipment and services is currently estimated at some US$13 billion. Even more rapid growth will occur during the 1990's, particularly for mobile communications services, as more subscribers are recruited to the different networks. Dramatic changes are expected with the move to pan European equipment and service standards, and the introduction of digital technologies. In addition, deregulation is resulting in increased competition in the provision of mobile communications services.;This report features: market data for 15 European countries; developments in Eastern Europe; market forecasts to 1998; profiles of the top mobile communications equipment suppliers; profiles of the major communication services suppliers; directory of the major equipment manufacturers and service suppliers.;This book should prove useful for manufacturers of mobile communications equipment; suppliers of mobile communication services; suppliers of specialist electric components, financial institutions; government departments and institutions involved in mobile communications development in the 1990's; consultants and analysts; regulatory authorities.