3G Americas has officially announced its name change to 4G Americas. Under its new name, the organization will continue to support the 3GPP technology path as it evolves to 4G technology and address standards recommendations, technical requirements and advocacy for 2G and 3G technologies.

3G Americas’ Board of Governors unanimously voted to change the name of the association as well as modify its mission and objectives to address the changing landscape of the wireless industry. 

“Since its inception in 2002, 3G Americas has become a leading resource for government, telecom companies and industry influencers to learn about existing and emerging mobile broadband technologies. With the emergence of HSPA+ and LTE technologies in the Americas and the mobile data opportunity these technologies enable, the change to ‘4G Americas’ better reflects the decisions and conversations the organization is helping to inform,” said Neville Ray, Chief Network Officer for T-Mobile USA and Chairperson of 4G Americas’ Board of Governors.

“4G Americas will be the unified voice to represent the 3GPP technology family, bringing together both major vendors and operators to enhance the prospects for mobile broadband growth throughout the Americas, as we move toward the fourth generation,” added Chris Pearson, President of 4G Americas.

More information can be found on the newly launched 4G Americas website at www.4gamericas.org.