China Telecom is setting up a UK based MVNO, operating on the Everything Everywhere network. The partnership marks the first time that a Chinese telecom operator has launched MVNO services outside China.

Everything Everywhere says that this will be its 24th MVNO partnership. The company contracts with Transatel to manage its virtual networks.

Launching in Q1 2012, China Telecom (Europe) will specifically target Chinese residents and businesses in the UK, as well as visitors to the country such as students and tourists.