DNA and Aiva Mobile bring solution for voice traffic between Finland and Russia

The prepaid subscription is a single SIM card with both DNA Double Prepaid and Aiva Mobile Finland subscriptions. The correct subscription is automatically activated based on the available network. The DNA subscription is used in Finland and when going to Russia, Aiva Mobile automatically becomes the operator. Aiva Mobile is the first Russian Full-MVNO carrier, belonging to JSC Multiregional TransitTelecom. The subscription is equipped with automatic, free-of-charge call forwarding which ensures that the user can always be reached from both numbers regardless of their whereabouts – without having to pay any roaming charges for the calls they receive or dealing with a SIM card change. Outbound calls from Finland to Russia are even cheaper than European roaming prices: EUR 0.07/minute + mobile call rates.

The prepaid subscription is targeted at people who frequently visit both Finland and Russia, or make frequent calls between the two countries. 

“We want to serve our customers even better and the ease of use with this subscription is second to none. We are always on the lookout for solutions to call traffic between countries. We find this an interesting new business perspective, as we already have an existing target market among Russian people living in Finland. We are also preparing for the turn of the year when Russian tourists travel to Finland”, says Cedric Kamtsan, Business Director at DNA.

”The Double Prepaid makes for great call savings. For example, if a Russian living in Finland makes weekly 30 minute calls to Russian mobile networks, he can save even 70 € per month. In addition, he can be reached in both countries in both numbers without roaming fees for receiving calls”, Kamtsan continues.

“This is a great product that we are certain will be in high demand in both Finland and Russia, thanks to its unique selling point of being a robust, innovative trans-border mobile solution for travelers, commuters and businessmen alike. Partnership with one of Finland’s leading mobile carriers creates an international aspect for MTT. We are committed to providing the best mobile experience to our subscribers and with the support of DNA will continue to add features and develop our joint product”, says Janne Timonen, CEO of MTT Ltd (MTT’s Finnish subsidiary).

DNA Double Prepaid will be sold in Finland by DNA Stores and in separately announced sales points during high season. According to Russian law on identity verification, subscription buyers must present a passport as proof of identity in Finland. In Russia, the Aiva Mobile Finland subscription will be sold by representatives of MTT. The two subscriptions will have separate balances, customer service as well as terms and conditions and instructions. Data packages can also be purchased separately.

Further information for the media:

DNA Corporate Communications, tel. +358 (0)44 044 8000, viestinta@dna.fi

Janne Timonen, CEO, Multiregional TransitTelecom Oy, tel. +358 (0)50 40 10315, jtimonen@mtt.ru