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UTStarcom Holdings Corp (NASDAQ: UTSI) is a global telecommunications infrastructure provider that focuses on high performance equipment for mobile backhaul, metro aggregation and broadband access. This news page brings together company announcements, financial updates and product communications so readers can follow developments that affect UTSI stock and UTStarcom’s business.
UTStarcom regularly issues news releases on its unaudited financial results for the first and second halves of each year, along with full‑year summaries. These updates typically discuss revenue mix between equipment and services, gross margins, operating expenses, operating loss and cash position, as well as business highlights such as expansion orders, maintenance and support contracts, and progress with key customers in Japan, India, China and Europe.
The company also publishes news about its technology and product roadmap. Recent examples include the launch of the SkyFlux SPN310 router as part of the SkyFlux Converged Packet Transport platform, and milestones in its disaggregated 5G transport network solutions developed with China Telecom Research Institute and China Unicom Research Institute. Other releases describe expansion orders for NetRing PTN and IMS broadband core solutions, new SyncRing synchronization products, and post‑sale support orders for platforms such as NetRing PTN, SyncRing, IMS and SSTP.
Investors and analysts can use this news feed to monitor UTStarcom’s contract wins, market focus, product introductions and strategic transition, alongside its periodic financial disclosures. By reviewing the sequence of press releases, readers gain context on how the company’s equipment and service activities evolve over time and how these developments relate to UTSI’s performance.
UTStarcom has appointed Mr. Hua Li as the new CEO effective June 16, 2021, following Dr. Zhaochen Huang's resignation. Mr. Li brings nearly eight years of experience, having previously served as General Manager of Hangzhou Yi Yi Tai Di Information Technology. Additionally, Mr. Ning Shan has been appointed as Chairman of the Board. He has over 30 years of experience in telecommunications. Dr. Huang will remain on the Board of Directors. The management transition aims to strengthen UTStarcom's strategic goals and growth.
UTStarcom (NASDAQ:UTSI) filed its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. This report is accessible on the SEC EDGAR website and UTStarcom's official site. The company, founded in 1991, focuses on providing innovative telecommunications infrastructure, particularly in Japan and India. Its advanced equipment supports essential network functions, including mobile backhaul and broadband access.
UTStarcom (NASDAQ: UTSI) reported its financial results for 2020, showing a 63% decline in revenue to $24.3 million compared to $65.6 million in 2019. Gross profit decreased by 85.4% to $3.5 million, while net loss escalated to $23.7 million from $3.9 million the previous year. Operating losses for the full year reached $23.2 million.
Despite the challenges, the company launched its 5G transport solution and secured frame agreements for the development of carrier-grade disaggregated network solutions with major Chinese telecom operators.
On January 11, 2021, UTStarcom (NASDAQ: UTSI) announced its expanded partnership with a European mobile operator to support 5G deployment by supplying the new NetRing® TN704E metro access platform. This platform, part of the SDN-enabled packet optical transport network family, will modernize the operator's metro transport and backhaul network. Phase 1 of this project has commenced, with full deployment expected in three years, addressing the growing need for bandwidth in metro areas and supporting high-capacity applications in the 4G/5G ecosystems.
UTStarcom (NASDAQ:UTSI) announces leadership changes aimed at fostering growth for 2021 and beyond. Dr. Zhaochen Huang has been appointed as the new CEO effective January 1, 2021, succeeding Mr. Tim Ti, who resigned on December 31, 2020, due to personal reasons. Dr. Huang brings over 30 years of experience within the company, having held various key positions since joining in 2011. The Board of Directors expresses confidence in Dr. Huang's ability to lead the company and maximize shareholder value.
UTStarcom (NASDAQ:UTSI) announced a key milestone in its collaboration with a major mobile network operator in China. The Company successfully completed Phase 1 development and integration of a disaggregated network solution, passing acceptance testing. This project aims to create an open network platform for 5G transport networks, utilizing open-source software and a white box switch/router. The system supports a variety of hardware and is designed to prevent vendor lock-in.
UTStarcom's expertise in software development and telecommunications positions it to capitalize on the growing demand for cost-effective, customizable network solutions.
UTStarcom (NASDAQ:UTSI) announced significant progress in developing a disaggregated router platform for 5G Transport Networks. The company secured a major RFP for joint development with a leading telecom operator in China, marking a key milestone. The project includes creating a chassis-based modular hardware platform and integrating advanced features like Precision Time Protocol and Synchronous Ethernet. Hardware development is complete, with deployment expected in 2021. This initiative underscores UTStarcom's commitment to supporting 5G rollouts and enhancing network capacity.
UTStarcom (NASDAQ: UTSI) reports a significant decline in financial performance for the first half of 2020, with revenues plummeting by 64.5% to $13.7 million compared to $38.6 million in 2019. The company experienced a net loss of $12.0 million, translating to a loss per share of $0.34. Contributing factors included order cancellations due to COVID-19 and financial challenges from a major customer in India, leading to a 67.9% drop in equipment sales. However, the firm launched its 5G SkyFlux platform and is developing network disaggregation solutions.
UTStarcom (NASDAQ:UTSI) has unveiled the SkyFlux SPN803S, a new product aimed at enhancing 5G transport networks. This device serves as an access layer node and supports high-capacity broadband aggregation, offering 320Gbps switching capacity and multiple Ethernet interfaces. The SkyFlux SPN803S integrates with the existing SkyFlux product line and features advanced network functionalities such as Segment Routing over MPLS and highly accurate time synchronization. The launch underscores UTStarcom's commitment to leading the 5G infrastructure market.
UTStarcom (NASDAQ: UTSI) has launched the SkyFlux SPN803S, a new product in its SkyFlux line, aimed at enhancing 4G/5G transport networks. This product functions as an access layer node, supporting high-capacity broadband aggregation and edge data center interconnect. Key features include a switching capacity of 320Gbps, compatibility with the SkyFlux Converged Packet Transport platform, and advanced network capabilities. The company's focus on 5G infrastructure signals its ambition to lead in this growing market.