Qualcomm is a provider of digital wireless communications products, technologies and services based on its Code Division Multiple Access (CDMA) technology. The company designs, develops, manufactures and markets CDMA chipsets, system software and subscriber products. The company also licenses and receives royalty payments on its CDMA technology from major domestic and international telecommunications equipment suppliers.
Foster Wheeler Ltd. operates through two business groups, which also constitute its segments: Global Engineering and Construction Group (E&C Group), and Global Power Group. The Global E&C Group designs, engineers and constructs onshore and offshore upstream oil and gas processing facilities, natural gas liquefaction facilities and receiving terminals, gas-to-liquids facilities, oil refining, and chemical and petrochemical, pharmaceutical, biotechnology and healthcare facilities and related infrastructure, including power generation and distribution facilities. Global Power Group designs, manufactures, and erects steam generating and auxiliary equipment for electric power generating stations and industrial facilities worldwide. On April 7, 2006, the Company completed the purchase of the remaining 51% interest in MF Power S.r.L., a joint venture that was 49% owned by the Company's Global E&C Group prior to the acquisition.
Millicom International Cellular S.A. (Millicom) is a global mobile telecommunications operator. The Company has interests in 16 mobile operations in 16 countries, focusing on emerging markets in Central America, South America, Africa and Asia. The Company operates in four geographic regions of the world: Central America, South America, Africa and Asia. During the year ended December 31, 2006, the Company completed the acquisition of Millicom Tanzania Limited, Sentel GSM and Telecel Paraguay. On February 1, 2006, Millicom completed the purchase of the 30% ownership interest of its local partner in Millicom (Sierra Leone) Limited. In May 2006, Millicom completed the sale of its United States group of companies. On October 2, 2006, Millicom acquired a 50% plus 1 share controlling stake in Colombia Movil S.A. ESP. On October 18, 2006, Millicom sold Millicom Peru S.A. On February 13, 2007, Millicom completed the sale of its 88.86% shareholding in Paktel Limited.
Research In Motion Limited (RIM) is a designer, manufacturer and marketer of wireless solutions for the worldwide mobile communications market. Through the development of integrated hardware, software and services that support multiple wireless network standards, RIM provides platforms and solutions for access to time-sensitive information, including email, phone, short message service (SMS) messaging, Internet and intranet-based applications. RIM technology also enables an array of third-party developers and manufacturers to enhance their products and services with wireless connectivity to data. The Company's primary revenue stream is generated by the BlackBerry wireless solution. The BlackBerry wireless solution consists of wireless devices, software and services. It can provide users with a wireless extension of their work and personal email accounts, including Microsoft Outlook, IBM Lotus Notes, Novell GroupWise and many Internet service provider (ISP) email services.
