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Nortel Networks
AddedFeb 13, 2024
UpdatedJun 28, 2026
Nortel Networks

Nortel Networks

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Canadian multinational firm, Nortel Networks, specializes in manufacturing telecommunications and data networking equipment.

HQ
Toronto, Ontario, CA
Founded
1895
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Nortel Networks, a Canadian multinational corporation, was a leading manufacturer of telecommunications and data networking equipment. Founded in 1895 as Northern Electric and Manufacturing Company in Montreal, Quebec, the company evolved to become a global player in the telecommunications industry. Nortel's product portfolio included a wide range of networking solutions for both enterprise and service provider markets.

Throughout its history, Nortel made significant contributions to the development of telecommunications technology. The company played a crucial role in the advancement of digital telephony, fiber optic networks, and wireless communication systems. Nortel's innovations and global presence positioned it as a major competitor in the telecommunications equipment market for many years.

Nortel Networks - Quick Facts

When was Nortel Networks founded?

Nortel Networks was founded in 1895.

Where is Nortel Networks' headquarters located?

Nortel Networks' headquarters is located in Toronto, Ontario, CA.

Nortel Networks - Classification

Industry
  • Hardware
Ownership
  • Public
Technology
  • Data Networking
Geographic Exposure
  • Global
Revenue
  • Transactional
Customer
  • Enterprise
  • Small Business
Main Product
  • Networking Equipment
Tags
  • Telecommunications
NAICS
  • 334100Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
  • 330000Manufacturing
  • 334000Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
  • 334110Computer and Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
  • 334118Computer Terminal and Other Computer Peripheral Equipment Manufacturing
SIC
  • 5700Home Furniture, Furnishings, And Equipment Stores
  • 5730Radio, Television, Consumer Electronics, And Music Stores
  • 5734Computer And Computer Software Stores
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NAICS
  • 513200Software Publishers
  • 510000Information
  • 335000Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
  • 513000Publishing Industries
  • 517000Telecommunications
  • 517100Wired and Wireless Telecommunications (except Satellite)
  • 513210Software Publishers
  • 517110Wired and Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite)
  • 517112Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite)
SIC
  • 3500Industrial And Commercial Machinery And Computer Equipment
  • 3600Electronic And Other Electrical Equipment And Components, Except Computer
  • 3900Miscellaneous Manufacturing Industries
  • 4800Communications
  • 7300Business Services
  • 3570Computer And Office Equipment
  • 7310Advertising
  • 7370Computer Programming, Data Processing, And Other Computer Related
  • 7313Radio, Television, And Publishers' Advertising Representatives
  • 7372Prepackaged Software